Liputan6.com, Jakarta Halloween night is the perfect time to watch spooky movies together as a family. But not all horror movies are safe for kids. Luckily, there are many family-friendly films that bring the fun side of ghosts, monsters, and magic without being too scary. These movies mix humor, adventure, and heartwarming moments that children and adults can enjoy together.
Here are some of the best family-friendly horror movies to make your Halloween night special:
1. Coco (2017)
IMDb: 8.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 97%
Where to Watch: Fandango At Home, Amazon Video, Apple TV
Miguel is a young boy who loves music. His family does not allow music in their home. On the Day of the Dead, Miguel travels to the Land of the Dead by accident. He meets colorful skeletons and learns about his family's past. Miguel must find a way to return home before sunrise. The movie shows beautiful colors and celebrates family traditions. It teaches children about love, memory, and following your dreams.
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2. Ghostbusters (1984)
IMDb: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
Where to Watch: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video
Three scientists lose their jobs at a university. They decide to start a ghost-catching business in New York City. They use special equipment to trap ghosts and spirits. The team faces funny and strange ghosts every day. Then, a powerful ghost threatens to destroy the entire city. The Ghostbusters must save New York from this danger. The movie mixes comedy with spooky moments that make everyone laugh.
3. Spirited Away (2001)
IMDb: 8.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 96%
Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Plex
Chihiro and her parents find a strange abandoned park. Her parents eat food at an empty restaurant and turn into pigs. Chihiro enters a magical world full of spirits and strange creatures. She must work at a bathhouse for spirits to save her parents. A young boy named Haku helps her on this journey. Chihiro faces many challenges and learns to be brave. This beautiful film shows amazing art and tells a touching story.
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4. Beetlejuice (1988)
IMDb: 7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 83%
Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
Adam and Barbara die in an accident and become ghosts. They are trapped in their own house. A new family moves into their home and changes everything. The ghosts try to scare the family away but fail. They call Beetlejuice, a wild ghost who causes chaos. Beetlejuice creates more problems than solutions with his crazy tricks. The movie is funny and creative with unusual special effects that look amazing.
5. Hocus Pocus (1993)
IMDb: 6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 41%
Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
Three witch sisters died 300 years ago in Salem. A boy named Max lights a magical candle on Halloween night. This brings the witches back to life for one night. The witches want to become young again by stealing children's souls. Max, his sister, and a friend must stop them before sunrise. A magical cat helps the children fight the witches. The movie is full of Halloween fun with songs and silly magic.
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6. The Addams Family (1991)
IMDb: 7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 68%
Where to Watch: Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Freeform, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand, Plex
The Addams family is strange and loves everything dark and spooky. They live in a big, creepy house and enjoy unusual hobbies. A man pretends to be their lost Uncle Fester to steal their money. The family welcomes him with open arms without knowing the truth. Slowly, they discover that something is wrong with this uncle. The real story reveals itself in surprising ways. This movie shows that being different is perfectly fine.
7. Coraline (2009)
IMDb: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 91%
Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
Coraline moves to a new home and feels bored and lonely. She finds a secret door that leads to another world. This world looks perfect with better parents and more fun. But everything has a dark secret behind it. The Other Mother wants to keep Coraline forever by stealing her soul. Coraline must be brave and clever to escape this dangerous place. The film uses beautiful stop-motion animation that looks unique.
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8. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
IMDb: 7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
Jack Skellington is the king of Halloween Town where every day is Halloween. He feels tired of doing the same scary things every year. Jack discovers Christmas Town and falls in love with this bright holiday. He decides to take over Christmas and make it his own. But his Halloween style makes Christmas very strange and scary. Jack learns an important lesson about being yourself. The movie has wonderful songs and creative animation.
9. Casper (1995)
IMDb: 6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 59%
Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Netflix, fuboTV, Freeform
Casper is a friendly ghost who lives in a big old mansion. He feels lonely because everyone is afraid of him and his mean uncles. A girl named Kat and her father move into the mansion. Casper and Kat become friends even though he is a ghost. Casper's uncles try to scare Kat and her father away from the house. The story shows how friendship can happen between anyone, even a ghost and a human. It is sweet and funny with some spooky moments.
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10. Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (1998)
IMDb: 7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 89%
Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
Scooby-Doo and his friends take a vacation to a mysterious island in Louisiana. They want to find real ghosts after years of catching fake monsters. On the island, they meet strange cat creatures and real zombies. The friends discover a dark secret about the island's past. This time, the monsters are not people in costumes but actual supernatural creatures. The gang must work together to survive and escape the island. This movie is scarier than other Scooby-Doo stories but still fun for families.