Disney+ Halloween Movies: Scare Up Some Fun
Spooky season is upon us once again, and with Halloween just around the corner, everyone is looking for the best ways to celebrate. For many, that means curling up on the couch with some classic Halloween movies.
Luckily, Disney+ has a ton of great Halloween-themed shows and movies to choose from. In this article, we’ll explore some of the new releases, old classics, short films, favorite picks, and episodes you can watch on Disney+ this Halloween season.
New Disney+ Halloween Releases
If you’re looking for something new to watch this Halloween season, Disney+ has some exciting releases for you.
Hocus Pocus 2
After almost 30 years, the Sanderson sisters are back in business with the new movie ‘
Hocus Pocus 2′. The story is set to take place 27 years after the original movie, with a new generation of trick-or-treaters stirring up chaos in Salem, Massachusetts.
The sequel will feature all three original witches, Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, with director Anne Fletcher. Super/Natural
In the mood for something thrilling?
Super/Natural is an upcoming supernatural thriller series from Aaron Kaplan and Julian Silver. The series follows two brothers on a road trip as they encounter a host of supernatural creatures.
The show features Isabella Russo as Gabby and Temple Gibson as Tuck, with many guest stars throughout the season.
Marvel Studios Werewolf by Night
Marvel is releasing another new series, Werewolf by Night, during the Halloween season. The story will follow a young man named Jake Gomez, who discovers that he’s a werewolf.
As he transforms into a creature of the night, he must come to terms with his new powers while trying to stop an evil corporation from using him for their own gain. Disney+ Halloween Classics
If you’re looking for a more tried-and-true selection for your Halloween viewing pleasure, Disney+ has plenty of Halloween classics to choose from.
Hocus Pocus
Hocus Pocus, released in 1993, is a Halloween cult classic. The movie is about a group of children who accidentally bring back three witches from the dead.
The witches, played by Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, are hilarious and terrifying all at once. The movie has become a Halloween staple for many people.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
This Tim Burton classic movie is both Halloween and Christmas themed. It tells the story of Jack Skellington, the king of Halloween Town, as he discovers Christmas Town and becomes fascinated with the holiday.
The movie features stunning stop-motion animation and memorable songs and has become a beloved Halloween classic.
Halloweentown
Halloweentown is a 1998 Disney Channel original movie about a young girl who discovers that her family is made up of witches and warlocks. She ends up traveling to
Halloweentown, a magical world where it’s Halloween all year round.
The movie has become a Halloween staple for many Disney Channel fans and has spawned several sequels. Disney+ Halloween Short Films
Want to add some variety to your Halloween movie marathon?
Check out these Disney+ Halloween short films!
Toy Story of Terror!
Toy Story of Terror! is a 2013 Halloween special starring Woody, Buzz, and the rest of the Toy Story gang. The short film features the toys on a road trip, where they end up in a creepy motel.
One by one, the toys start disappearing, and the rest of the gang must race against time to save them.
Growing Fangs
Growing Fangs is a short film about a young girl named Valentina, who discovers she’s a werewolf. The film was directed by and stars Ana Mendieta and was a 2021 Sundance Film Festival selection.
Zombies: Addison’s Moonstone Mystery
Disney Channel original movie ‘Zombies: Addison’s Moonstone Mystery’ follows zombies as they try to find the moonstone for their classes while dealing with vampire and werewolf classmates. Disney+ Halloween Favorites
These three fan-favorite movies on Disney+ are perfect for getting into the Halloween spirit.
Zombies 3
In this latest Disney Channel original movie
Zombies 3, zombies and humans unite to defend their towns against the mysterious ZOMBIE X.
LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales
This new Lego Star Wars special set on the Sith planet of Mustafar, with lightsabers, sharp fangs, and monsters set to get Star Wars fans excited. The movie challenges viewers with puzzles they must solve to unlock Easter eggs.
Once Upon a Time
This ABC drama series takes classic fairytale stories and twists them into intriguing tales of an ambitious sheriff, whose job becomes complicated when the entire town of Storybrooke, Maine, is populated by characters from imaginary stories. Disney+ Halloween Episodes
If you’re looking for some frightfully entertaining episodes to spook up your Halloween evenings, Disney+ has a lot to offer.
What If?: What if Zombies?! (S1 E5)
Marvel’s latest animation series ‘What If?’ asks the question, “What if the world’s greatest heroes became its greatest threat?” In the fifth episode of the series, Marvel features an entirely new storyline about zombies. The episode features the voices of several actors from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Grown-ish: Age Ain’t Nothing But A Number (S3 E8)
Grown-ish is a spin-off of the popular ABC sitcom Black-ish. The show follows Zoey, one of the Johnsons’ oldest kids, as she enters college.
In the eighth episode of the third season, Grown-ish goes full Halloween, with spooky setups and lots of scares and pranks.
The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Episodes
Treehouse of Horror is a Halloween staple for fans of The Simpsons. Every year, the show releases a series of minisodes that parody classic movies and urban legends.
The episodes are chock full of spooky laughs, making them the perfect Halloween nightcap.
In Conclusion
This Halloween, you don’t have to venture far to find spooktacular entertainment; Disney+ has enough scary-good shows and movies to keep you entertained for the entire season. From old Halloween favorites like
Hocus Pocus, to new releases like
Marvel Studios Werewolf by Night, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you’re looking for a classic family-friendly Halloween movie or something that will give you a fright, Disney+ has you covered. You can watch one, or even several of the movies and shows listed above while munching on popcorn, pumpkin spice lattes and forget all about the outside world.
Happy Halloween!