Spooky season has arrived and we couldn't be more excited! To honour this haunting time, we've assembled a list of tv shows and films for you and all your family to enjoy! Whether you're looking for a film that doesn't require a cushion to hide behind or simply a movie for the kids to watch alone, we've got something for everyone!
Addams Family Values (1993)
Stream now on ITVX and STV Player
Looking for a movie the whole family can enjoy? (Except maybe the very little ones), well this spooky sequel is a must see! After the birth of baby Pubert, siblings Wednesday (Christina Ricci) and Pugsley (Jimmy Workman) who are extremely unhappy with the new arrival, try their best to eliminate him! When nanny Debbie (Joan Cusack) attempts to keep the kids in line, her presence causes an unexpected and extremely treacherous twist!
This is for ages 12+.
Room on the Broom (2012)
Available now on BBC iPlayer
Brought to you by the creators of The Gruffalo, this wholesome animation follows a kind witch who always has room on her broom for others! While this is targeted at younger children it’s also loved by adults so a perfect family film!
Appropriate for all ages!
Paranorman (2012)
Watch now on ITVX
Paranorman is a light-hearted comedy horror about a boy who has a unique ability to talk to ghosts and zombies! After a visit from a friendly ghost, Norman must use his gift of communicating with the dead to stop evil zombies from destroying his town!
This may be a bit scary for very young viewers but ages 8 and up should love it!
Labyrinth (1986)
Stream on ITVX
Journey into a magical world of fantasy with David Bowie in this timeless musical! When her little brother is stolen by an evil goblin king (Bowie), it’s up to young Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) and a group of unlikely friends to rescue him from the centre of the labyrinth before the time runs out!
Perfect for ages 8+ with parental supervision.
Tad the Lost Explorer- Curse of the Mummy (2022)
Stream now on Channel 4
This may not be a Halloween classic butttt it’s certainly a film to keep the kids entertained! Tad the explorer discovers a rare sarcophagus but accidentally unleashes an ancient spell which endangers his friends! To try and fix his mistake he sets off a big adventure to the far corners of the world!
Recommended for ages 8+.
Fright Krewe
Available now on BBC iPlayer
Looking for a spooky series for the kids (9+) to get them in the Halloween mood? Look no further! An ancient prophecy and a voodoo queen put a group of teenage misfits in charge of saving New Orleans from the biggest demonic threat in centuriesss! However, saving the world seems a lot easier than becoming friends!
Appropriate for 12+.
Casper (1995)
Stream on ITVX
An absolute Halloween classic loved by all! Afterlife therapist Dr James Harvey (Bill Pullman) and his daughter Kat (Christina Ricci) move into an old mansion, haunted by ghosts so Dr Harvey can help move them to the other side! After they move in, Kat befriends a very friendly ghost named Casper and together they try and protect his treasure from thieves!
Ages 8+.
Wallace & Gromit: A Matter of Loaf and Death (2008)
Watch on BBC iPlayer
After the murder of 12 local bakers, Wallace's business partner at the bakery, Gromit finds himself too invested in the case meanwhile Wallace is falling hopeless in love with Piella Bakewell! When Gromit find's a shocking discovery about the murderer, the big question is, can he save his master from becoming the next baker to be butchered?
Appropriate for ages 7+.
What's new Scooby Doo?
Stream on ITVX
What better time than spooky season to re-watch this classic show! Mystery Inc friends Shaggy, Scooby, Velma, Daphne, Fred and of-course, their pal Scooby-Doo alwaysss have a mystery to solve, whether it's defeating a new ghost or a scary monster!
It's a silly mystery with harmless mayhem so is recommended for all ages!
Ghosts
Stream on BBC iPlayer
Looking for some spooooky content? Well this ghostly comedy is perfect! Button House is a crumbing derelict mansion home to many restless spirits who have died their over the centuries. However, their afterlives are thrown into disarray when a young couple inherit the peaceful house and plan to turn it into a bustling hotel!
We would recommend this show for ages 12 and up!
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