It’s the perfect time to settle in with a few Halloween classics from Disney. Here is your guide to the top 10 options your family can enjoy in the lead-up to the main event!
Hocus Pocus, Hocus Pocus 2
The Disney classic Hocus Pocus instantly became a Halloween icon with such lasting power that a sequel premiered with the same lead cast decades later (Hocus Pocus 2). These two movies are Halloween staples in our family and are sure to set the scene for the perfect pre-holiday movie night!
The Nightmare Before Christmas
On to another classic, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, which wowed audiences in the 1990s and never stopped. Is it a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie? The debate continues after mixed options in our recent poll; however, we are enjoying this spooky tale ahead of Halloween!
The Haunted Mansion
The highly-anticipated 2023 release of Haunted Mansion was Disney’s third attempt at capturing the essence of the famous park attraction by the same name. The all-star cast and improved storyline didn’t disappoint, bringing fans inside this ride one more time in a brand new way. Don’t miss this one to add a fright to your weekend movie night.
A Mickey Mouse Halloween Spooktacular
Back to basics, in this animated feature that was released on Disney+ in 2017. Mickey and his nephews get involved in some scary storytelling that is more than the youngsters bargained for!
Mickey’s Tale Of Two Witches (Disney Junior)
One of the newer options for a younger audience. Disney Junior brings you Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches, where Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck are witches in training.
Halloweentown Movies
The Halloweentown movies began in the 1990s and haven’t lost momentum since. Take in one of the four family-friendly Halloween classics, all available on Disney+.
Toy Story of Terror
Buzz Lightyear, Woody, and Jesse are off on an adventure of a different kind in this 13-minute short presentation. A fun road trip turns frightful in Dinsey Pixar’s Toy Story of Terror.
Muppets Haunted Mansion Special
The second attempt at a Haunted Mansion came in the form of the 2021 Muppets Haunted Mansion special. Gonzo and the gang go on a frightfully fun adventure with more twists and turns than you can imagine. For a light-hearted, spooky adventure, this is the one to try.
The Scream Team
A small-town Halloween festival takes an unexpected turn in this 2002 Disney film, The Scream Team. Rated PG, this is a good selection for families with younger children who are past the animation phase and looking for some Halloween entertainment.
Trick or Treat
For a look back on a 1952 original, check out Trick or Treat, where Donald and his nephews get involved in some Halloween mischief. This is a shorter offering at around 9 minutes, making it the perfect warm-up for a longer feature film.
Which Disney movies will you be watching ahead of Halloween tomorrow? Let us know your favorites to add to our list!
Zoë Wood is a travel writer from Sydney, Australia. Since her first visit to Disneyland at the age of 6, she has spent her years frequently visiting Disney Parks and traveling around the world.
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