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Spooky Movies for Family Fun Part 2

By Sharon Weinberg

More ideas for October viewing; take look and enjoy. Age recommendations provided by commonsensemedia.org, when available.

  • Coco

    2018

    A fantasy/adventure/ghost story, based on Mexican folklore and culture; this has one of the best music soundtracks ever. The characters are awesome and animation is gorgeous. Have you seen it already? Watch it again. You will notice some cool details that you did not catch before. Recommended for age 7+.

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  • The Ghost and Mrs. Muir

    2002

    Going film-buff mode with this 1940s under-the-radar black & white flick; watch and you will see a very young Natalie Wood among a stellar Hollywood cast. You might need a bit of Kleenex by the end. Recommended for age 9+.

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  • Spirited Away

    2003

    One of my favorite Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli anime, which just happens to be an exemplary Japanese ghost story. Recommended for age 9+.

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  • Spooky Buddies

    2011

    I will watch anything with the golden retriever buddy pups. Throw in a creepy Halloween backstory and this dog-approved romp is great for ghost story movie night. Recommended for age 6+.

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  • Vampire Dog

    2012

    Meet Fang from Transylvania, relocated to Lugosi County, USA. Not too ghoulish, this vampire dog craves red jelly pudding for modern day nourishment. Comedian Norm Macdonald voices Fang, a treat for classic Saturday Night Live fans. Recommended for age 7+.

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  • Wallace & Gromit: A Matter of Loaf and Death

    2009

    Since it is the season for scary stories, what better time to watch a claymation murder mystery. A Matter of Loaf and Death has our favs Wallace and Gromit in the bakery business and smack in the middle of a baker-killing spree. Recommended age 7+.

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  • Hotel Transylvania 3

    2018

    This time the Dracula crew takes a summer vacay. Sweet and silly, with positive messages about family dynamics and diversity. Btw, the puppy Tinkles is a scene-stealer. Recommended for age 7+.

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  • Scared Shrekless

    2011

    Halloween-themed shorts starring ogre Shrek and company; these are clever, with a wink to classic stories. Also, check out the DVD Shrek's Thrilling Tales for more DreamWorks Halloween antics. Recommended for age 6+.

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  • Z-O-M-B-I-E-S

    2018

    With lively music and dance numbers, this high school rom-com hits the spot for light monster fun. Also, the Disney zombie look might inspire your next Halloween makeover. Recommended for age 8+.

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  • Great Cemeteries of the World: [Episode Six], Graceland (Chicago)

    2008

    This episode focuses on Chicago's famous Graceland Cemetery. Learn all about its residents and then plan a historical walk through some unique and eerie graveyard art.

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  • Haunted History: Chicago

    2009

    While we do have a five-disc haunted histories collection that covers not only Chicago but also Tombstone, D.C., Savannah, and Hawaii, this disc focuses on Chi-town. Enjoy the armchair tour and adjust your Halloween bucket list.

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