It may only be September, but fall is on the way! The weather gets chillier, the days get shorter, and everything seems to smell like pumpkin spice. If you’re not at a football game, baking, or planning your Halloween costume, the best way to spend this time of year is curled up with a good fall movie. With so many options, choosing a fall movie can be harder than it seems. Whether you’re looking for something spooky, cozy, or scary (or maybe a combination of the three!), my guide is here to help find the perfect movie for your fall movie night.
Starting strong with some movies that just feel like fall. They’re cozy, a little nostalgic, and make you want to curl up and enjoy the season.
Fantastic Mr. Fox– a stop-motion movie with clever characters and warm feelings.
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown– You can’t get more classic than this one! It’s the perfect autumn nostalgia.
Ratatouille– Who doesn’t love fall in France?
Movie nights don’t always mean hiding behind the couch. You can never go wrong with these spooky classics that are the perfect blend of fun and eerie.
Hocus Pocus– Witches, black cats, and a dash of mischief.
Coraline– Creepy but beautiful claymation.
The Nightmare Before Christmas– The perfect in-between holiday movie: equal parts spooky and festive.
Beetlejuice– Quirky, Chaotic, and a little bizarre.
Hotel Transylvania– A family-friendly pick that’s lighthearted and funny, packed with monster charm.
Sometimes all you need during fall is a perfect romance movie, so here are some favorites.
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before– rainy days, letters, baking, and teen romance all in one perfect movie.
Gilmore Girls– While it’s not a movie, it felt wrong to leave Gilmore Girls off the list. So this is your sign: if you haven’t started your annual rewatch, it’s time!
You’ve Got Mail– Another classic! Bookstores and fall in the city make for the perfect fall romance movie
Is it even a fall list if I don’t include some scary movies? So finally, some movies for the brave that definitely bring the spooky autumn vibes.
The Sixth Sense– Chilling twists equipped with the perfect small-town setting.
Scream– How can you make a fall movie guide and not include Scream? The perfect movie with jumpscares and enough suspense to keep you on edge.
It– Creepy clowns, foggy streets, and the perfect amount of horror for a movie night
The last bit of advice I can give you for your perfect movie night is to make sure you are equipped with snacks. No matter what you decide to watch, caramel corn, baked goods, candy corn, and caramel apples are all must-haves for any successful movie night. Happy movie watching and have a great fall season!
