If your house is anything like mine, Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy; it’s about making memories all month long. And one of our favorite traditions? Snuggling up on the couch with popcorn, blankets, and a stack of family-friendly Halloween movies. I love finding the best G rated Halloween movies that keep the spooky fun alive without crossing into too-scary territory, so everyone from my littlest to my oldest can enjoy family movie night together.
From classics like It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown to sweet newer favorites like Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches, this list is packed with movies full of friendly ghosts, pumpkins, silly witches, and just the right amount of “boo!” to get the kids giggling.
Best G-Rated Halloween Movies for the Whole Family
1. Casper the Friendly Ghost
You can’t talk about Halloween without this classic. Casper is the sweetest little friendly ghost, and the story of the young girl who moves into his haunted house is heartwarming. Watch it here.
2. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
A group of kids (the Peanuts gang!) wait for the Great Pumpkin, while Linus shows us the beauty of believing. Sweet, simple, and such a common sense pick for young kids. Watch it here.
3. Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween Movie
Pooh, Piglet, Roo, and their friends go trick-or-treating but get spooked by what they think is a scary creature. Totally adorable and safe for little ones. Watch it here.
4. Spookley the Square Pumpkin
Spookley feels left out because he’s not like the round pumpkins, but he learns that being different is actually a gift. A sweet story about kindness and courage. Watch it here.
5. Monster Family
A family accidentally gets turned into monsters and has to work together to break the spell. It’s silly and full of heart, with just a dash of a scary monster feel. Watch it here.
6. The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad
Disney’s version of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” The Headless Horseman might give a little thrill, but it’s still a safe pick for family movie night. Watch it here.
7. Mickey’s House of Villains
Mickey and friends battle Disney’s most famous villains in this fun special. It’s a great way to introduce kids to the “spooky” side of Disney without being scary. Watch it here.
8. Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches
This newer Mickey Mouse special has Minnie and Daisy training to become witches on Halloween night. There’s flying, funny spells, and plenty of friendship lessons along the way. It’s colorful, sweet, and just the right amount of spooky fun for the whole family. Watch it here.
9. Room on the Broom
A kind witch makes friends with a young girl, animals, and even some creatures while flying through the sky. It’s based on the beloved children’s book and has a gentle, warm message. Watch it here.
10. Casper’s Halloween Special
Another dose of everyone’s favorite friendly ghost! Casper just wants to go trick-or-treating with the other kids, but being a ghost makes it tricky. Watch it here.
11. Scooby-Doo and the Goblin King
The Mystery Inc. gang, a group of kids and their lovable dog, head off on a magical Halloween adventure. It’s got spooky settings without any real scares. Watch it here.
12. Toy Story of Terror
Woody, Buzz, and Jessie face some spooky surprises in this Halloween short. It’s adventurous, funny, and safe for kids. Watch it here.
13. VeggieTales: The League of Incredible Vegetables
Not exactly Halloween, but it’s fun, colorful, and superhero-themed with a little mystery twist. A good faith-based option that fits right in with the season. Watch it here.
14. Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest
George gets into all kinds of silly Halloween trouble, pumpkins, costumes, and even a scarecrow. Perfect for preschoolers and younger kids. Watch it here.
15. Thomas’ Halloween Adventure
If you’ve got little train lovers at home, this one is a hit. Thomas and his friends get spooked by shadows and sounds on Sodor, but of course, it all turns out to be harmless fun. It’s gentle, colorful, and totally safe for toddlers and preschoolers. A great pick for family movie night when you want something short and sweet for the whole family. Watch it here.
As a mom, I love that these are all family-friendly Halloween movies with no questionable scares. These classics are perfect for family movie night and keep the Halloween magic alive for the whole family if you have little kids.
