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Are you looking forward to watching some of the best Halloween movies and series on Disney+?
With spooky season drawing near, it’s time to explore the best Halloween movies and series to watch on Disney+. From spine-chilling series like American Horror Stories, FX’s Grotesquerie and The Walking Dead, to the new psychological horror movie Hold Your Breath, Halloween’s better with Disney+.
American Horror Stories
It’s time to face your fears with FX’s American Horror Stories. From creators Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, each episode tells a different tale – with its own unique twists and terrifying turns. Expect a spooktacular cast, haunting legends and hair-rising lore!
Genre: horror, thriller, anthology series
Duration: 3 seasons
Release date: 2021-2023
Rating: Some scenes may be unsuitable for viewers under 18
Cast: Sarah Paulson, Emma Roberts, Kathy Bates, Jessica Lange
Related titles: American Horror Story, FX’s Grotesquerie and Hold Your Breath
The Walking Dead
Dark evenings in = time to catch up on all seasons of the spine-tingling series! Following a group of survivors during a zombie apocalypse, The Walking Dead is a true classic among horror fans, meaning even if you’ve already completed it once, there’s no time like Halloween to kick-start a rewatch.
Genre: drama, thriller, survival
Duration: 11 seasons
Release date: 2010-2021
Rating: Some scenes may be unsuitable for viewers under 18
Starring: Daryl Dixon, Carol Peletier, Maggie Rhee, Josh McDermitt, Christian Serratos, Seth Gilliam, Andrew Lincoln
Related titles: The Old Man, War of the Worlds and Shogun
Hold Your Breath
Looking for adults-only scares this season? New horror movie Hold Your Breath takes place in 1930s Oklahoma, at a time of unprecedented dust storms. But when one mother, played by Sarah Paulson, starts to fear that her family is being threatened by "the grey man", it becomes harder and harder not to inhale the conspiracy.
Genre: drama, thriller, horror
Duration: 94 minutes
Release date: 2024
Rating: Some scenes may be unsuitable for viewers under 16
Starring: Sarah Paulson, Amiah Miller, Annaleigh Ashford, Alona Robbins, Arron Shiver, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Frances McCain, Courtney Cunningham, Bill Heck, James Healy, Jr.
Related titles: American Horror Stories, FX’s Grotesquerie
Grotesquerie
While perhaps a more unusual crime-cracking duo, Detective Lois Tryon and local nun Sister Mary prove an unstoppable force in FX’s new horror-drama series Grotesquerie. Tasked with solving a series of crimes that start to seem personal, the two women are forced to confront their troubling pasts along the way. Watch out for a special guest star from NFL tight end Travis Kelce!
Genre: drama, horror
Duration: 10 episodes
Release date: 2024
Rating: Some scenes may be unsuitable for viewers under 18
Starring: Niecy Nash-Betts, Courtney B. Vance, Lesley Manville, Micaela Diamond, Nicholas Chavez, Raven Goodwin
Related titles: American Horror Stories, Hold Your Breath
Agatha All Along
Who’s been messing up everything? Marvel Television’s Agatha All Along is conjuring chaos onto Disney+ this Halloween season, following the spell-bound witch on a quest to regain her powers. Kathryn Hahn returns as the meddling Agatha Harkness, alongside an all-star cast including Patti LuPone, Joe Locke and Aubrey Plaza.
Genre: fantasy
Duration: 9 episodes
Release date: 2024
Rating: Suitable for children aged 14 and older
Starring: Joe Locke, Aubrey Plaza, Kathryn Hahn, Patti LuPone
Related titles: Hocus Pocus, Hocus Pocus 2, WandaVision
Hocus Pocus
Starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, certified Halloween classic Hocus Pocus sees three witches return to modern-day Salem from the 17th century. A night of anarchy follows as the troublesome trio concoct a youth-stealing Life Potion, but watch out – their singing may just put a spell on you, too! Can’t get enough of the troublesome trio? Set 29 years later, Hocus Pocus 2 sees them wreaking havoc on Salem once again.
Genre: comedy, fantasy
Duration: 96 minutes
Release date: 1993
Rating: Suitable for children aged 9 and older
Starring: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, Omri Katz, Thora Birch, Vinessa Shaw, Charles Rocket, Stephanie Faracy, Sean Murray, Kathleen Freeman, Doug Jones
Related titles: Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, The Nightmare Before Christmas
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
Everything is once again not what it seems as the Russo family return in Wizards Beyond Waverly Place. The brand-new original series sees David Henrie return as Justin, who has chosen to lead a mortal life. However, when his sister Alex, played by Selena Gomez, brings a trainee to see him, the former wizard is forced to dust off his magical skills once again.
Genre: coming of age, comedy, fantasy
Duration: 9 episodes
Release date: 2024
Rating: Suitable for children aged 9 and older
Starring: Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaio Thiele, Max Matenko, Taylor Cora, Mimi Gianopulos, David Henrie
Related titles: Hocus Pocus, Hocus Pocus 2, The Nightmare Before Christmas and Wizards of Waverly Place
Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas
Is it a Halloween movie, or should it strictly be reserved for the holiday season? Whichever side of the debate you fall on, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas is a must-watch every year. Inviting you into Halloween Town, the stop-motion movie sees Pumpkin King Jack Skellington try to switch things up – and spread the spirit of Christmas instead!
Genre: fantasy, animation, musical
Duration: 76 minutes
Release date: 1993
Rating: Suitable for children aged 9 and older
Starring: Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara, William Hickey
Related titles: Hocus Pocus, Hocus Pocus 2 and Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
Whether you’re in the mood for a creepy anthology series, a campy retro classic or a hair-raising horror movie, make sure you don’t miss out on the best Halloween movies and series to watch on Disney+.
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