Are you planning a spooky movie night at home? Get cosy, grab the popcorn and some Halloween candy, and settle in for some fun and frights with our pick of family Halloween movies on Netflix.
With the spooky season upon us, it’s the perfect time to catch up on some brilliant family movies. There’s a wide range available across the various streaming channels, so we’ve picked out some of the best family Halloween movies on Netflix (UK & Ireland) for everyone to enjoy. Take your pick from some of the best seasonal animated and live-action movies, from The Worst Witch to Goosebumps.
Watch our video below for a quick look at some of our favourite picks, then scroll down for the full list.
We’ve also got a round-up of family Halloween movies on Disney+ you won’t want to miss!
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Family Halloween Movies on Netflix
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Hubie Halloween (12)
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Hubie Dubois (Adam Sandler) thanklessly spends every Halloween making sure the residents of his hometown, Salem, celebrate safely and play by the rules. But this Halloween, an escaped criminal and a mysterious new neighbour have Hubie on high alert. When people start disappearing, it’s up to Hubie to convince the police and townsfolk that the monsters are real, and only he can stop them!
Hubie Halloween is a hilarious family film about an unlikely hero, with an all-star cast including Julie Bowen, Ray Liotta, Noah Schnapp, Steve Buscemi, Maya Rudolph and Kevin James.
The Worst Witch (PG)
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After stumbling into a school for witches, a bumbling heroine comes to realise that she just might belong there. Based on Jill Murphy’s beloved books.
The Curse of Bridge Hollow (12)
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Halloween-hating dad Howard is all about science. His teenage daughter is all about the paranormal. But on Halloween, they team up to fight a supernatural menace that’s wreaking havoc and running amok in their town.
Goosebumps (PG)
Upset about moving to a small town, Zach Cooper finds a silver lining when he meets his neighbour Hannah, daughter of R.L. Stine (Jack Black), the famous and mysterious author of the bestselling Goosebumps series.
When Zach accidentally unleashes the monsters from the fantastical tales, it’s up to him, Hannah and Stine to return the beasts back to the books where they belong.
Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (PG)
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Be careful what you wish for…
With their after-school junk business, best friends Sonny and Sam hope to find treasure in other people’s trash. But when cleaning out the old Stine house, they open a locked book that frees a supernatural nightmare – Slappy! Now, with the help of Sonny’s sister Sarah, they’re in a race against time to get the sinister dummy and all the creatures he’s brought to life back into the pages before he unleashes total pandemonium.
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Monster House (PG)
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Even for a 12-year-old, DJ Walters has a particularly overactive imagination. He is convinced that his haggard and crabby neighbour, Horace Nebbercracker, who terrorises all the neighbourhood kids, is responsible for Mrs Nebbercracker’s mysterious disappearance.
Any toy that touches Nebbercracker’s property promptly disappears, swallowed up by the cavernous house. DJ has seen it with his own eyes! But no one believes him, not even his best friend, Chowder. What everyone doesn’t know is that DJ isn’t imagining things – everything he’s seen is absolutely true, and it’s about to get much worse than anything DJ could have imagined.
A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting (PG)
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Recruited by a secret society of babysitters, a high schooler battles the Boogeyman and his monsters when they nab the boy she’s babysitting on Halloween.
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Dreamworks Spooky Stories (U)
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Get a Halloween spook from some of your favourite DreamWorks characters! Join the cast of Shrek and Monsters vs. Aliens for some funny (and chilling!) tales for the whole family.
Scaredy Cats (U)
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On her 12th birthday, Willa Ward receives a purr-fect gift that unlocks a world of witchcraft, talking animals and so much more with her best friends.
Phantom Pups (U)
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A young boy and his family move into a haunted home, where he meets three adorable ghost pups and tries to help them turn back into real dogs.
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Open Season: Scared Silly (PG)
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When a spooky werewolf tale scares Boog out of joining the annual camping trip, his friends hatch a plan to cure him of his fear. Elliot, Boog and all of the beloved woodland creatures are back in a brand-new comedy adventure.
The Spooky Tale of Captain Underpants Hack-a-Ween (PG)
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When Melvin tries to cancel Halloween, clever best friends Harold and George create their own spooky holiday – and it’s a huge success.
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A Series of Unfortunate Events (PG)
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Stream A Series of Unfortunate Events on Netflix
Based on the classic Lemony Snicket books, A Series of Unfortunate Events follows the extraordinary Baudelaire orphans as they face trials, tribulations and the evil Count Olaf in their fateful quest to unlock long-held family secrets.
Gnome Alone (PG)
When Chloe discovers that her new home’s garden gnomes are not what they seem, she must decide between pursuing her desired high school life and taking up the fight against the Troggs.
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FAQs: Family Halloween Movies on Netflix
Are these movies suitable for young children?
Most of the films on this list are rated U or PG, making them a safe bet for younger viewers, though a few (like Hubie Halloween and The Curse of Bridge Hollow) are rated 12 and better suited to older kids and teens who enjoy a bit more of a fright.
Do I need a specific Netflix plan to watch these titles?
Availability depends on your Netflix subscription and region. Titles and ratings can also change over time, so it’s worth checking they’re still live on Netflix before movie night.
What’s a good age range for a family Halloween movie night?
This list has something for a wide age range – gentler animated picks like Dreamworks Spooky Stories and Phantom Pups work well for younger children, while Goosebumps and A Series of Unfortunate Events suit older kids who like a bit more suspense.
Can I find more Halloween movie ideas for other streaming platforms?
Yes – see our companion round-up of family Halloween movies on Disney+ linked above for even more spooky season viewing options.
More Halloween Fun to Explore
Looking for more ways to celebrate the spooky season with the family? Check out our Halloween party food ideas, our free printable-style Halloween scavenger hunt, and our collection of hilarious Halloween jokes for kids – perfect for keeping the fun going after movie night.
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