Whether you’re a fan of witches, ghosts and vampires, or you’re just looking to embrace the spooky season, there’s no better way to get into the Halloween spirit than with some bone-chilling and bewitching entertainment.
From classics like Hocus Pocus, to more modern mockumentaries like What We Do In The Shadows, we’ve compiled a list of the best shows and movies to stream. So curl up on the couch with your boo, while we bring the boos this Halloween!
Haunted Mansion
A modern remake of the 2003 classic, Haunted Mansion is a comedic take on the horror genre and is inspired by one of Disneyland’s most beloved rides. The film takes you on an unexpected journey as Gabbie and her son Travis enlist the help of a priest, a former astrophysicist and currently leading “ghost tours” in the city, a psychic/medium and a historian to help them rid their new home of spirits. If you’re looking for a splash of horror and comedy, you’ll love following this motley crew on their journey to solve the mansion’s mystery.
Disclaimer: Rated PG-13 for some thematic elements and scary action. Parents guide.
Goosebumps
If you’ve ever attended a Scholastic book fair, you’re bound to remember the iconic Goosebumps series by R.L Stine. The new series is inspired by the pop culture franchise phenomenon, drawing on elements from some of the bestselling books from the franchise such as, “Say Cheese and Die!”, “The Haunted Mask” and many more. It follows a group of high schoolers who investigate the tragic passing of Harold Biddle three decades ago, and in doing so begin to uncover dark secrets from their parents’ past. The 10-part series premiered with the first five episodes on Disney+ Hotstar on 13 October, with subsequent episodes to premiere weekly.
Disclaimer: Rated 18+ for horror, gore and adult themes. This is not suitable for younger audiences.
The Boogeyma
The Boogeyman is inspired by a short story written by Stephen King – and if you’re a true horror fanatic, this is the one for you. The film follows the Harper family who are overcoming the grief of the death of their mother and wife. Will Harper is a therapist who comes into contact with Lester Billings, a disturbed man who claims an entity has taken away the lives of his three children. After Will’s encounter with Lester, strange things begin to happen to the Harper family as they are forced to deal with the shadow-lurking beast known as The Boogeyman.
Disclaimer: Rated 16+ for horror, gore and adult themes. Parents guide.
A Haunting In Venice
Based on Agatha Christie’s supernatural thriller, “Hallowe’en Party”, A Haunting in Venice is Disney’s latest thriller film following the whodunnit genre. The film follows Hercule Poirot, a famed sleuth, now retired and living in self-imposed exile in one of the most glamorous cities. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he reluctantly becomes a participant in a seance. As a murder unfolds among the guests, Poirot is plunged into a world of shadows and secrets. The film features a star-studded cast, with popular names such as Tina Fey, Jamie Dornan, and Malaysia’s very own Michelle Yeoh.
Disclaimer: Rated PG-13 for some thematic elements and scary action. Parents guide.
What We Do In The Shadows
The ‘mockumentary’ style comedy horror sitcom follows three traditional vampires as they clash with living in the modern world, other supernatural beings, and with each other. This critically-acclaimed series is sure to give you some side-splitting laughs, as it takes you on an absurdly funny and fresh take on the classic vampiric lore. What We Do In The Shadows is a 21-time Emmy nominated series you can really sink your teeth into! Catch the first three seasons streaming now on Disney+ Hotstar!
Disclaimer: Rated 18+ for horror, gore and adult themes. This is not suitable for younger audiences.
Revenant
This one is perfect for the K-Drama lovers! The Revenant stars Kim Tae-ri as Gu Yan-Seong, a young woman possessed by an evil entity. Her character teams up with a professor with a supernatural ability to figure out the truth behind mysterious deaths happening around her. This series is thrillingly and terrifying, and Kim Tae-ri’s performance will definitely force you into bingeing the 12-episode series.
Disclaimer: Rated 16+ for horror, gore and adult themes. Parents guide.
Hotel Del Luna
Hotel Del Luna has all the classic themes of K-drama paired with a unique backdrop of a supernatural hotel that houses spirits with unfinished business in the mortal world. The story follows Jang Man-Wol, whose soul is bonded to the hotel after committing a great sin a millennium before, and becomes the hotel’s owner. The hotel acquires a new general manager, Koo Chan-Sung, who uncovers the secrets of the hotel and owner. This series is a romantic comedic take on the fantasy-drama genre and is one of Korea’s highest-rated dramas.
Disclaimer: Rated 16+ for some adult themes. Parents guide.
Coco
An Oscar-winning animated film, Coco is a feel-good family film inspired by the Mexican holiday, the Day of the Dead. The story follows Miguel on an unexpected journey to the truth of his family’s past – living and dead. Through this, Miguel also re-ignites his family’s passion and love for music. Coco is definitely a more touching and heartwarming movie, it might also make you shed a tear or two, but it will still leave you entertained and in the Halloween spirit!
Disclaimer: Rated PG, this film is suitable for younger audiences with parents guidance.
Hocus Pocus
It would not be a Disney Halloween without Hocus Pocus, a cult-classic that would appear annually on the Disney Channel. The story follows a trio of diabolical witches who were executed in the 17th Century, and are accidentally resurrected three decades later by some unsuspecting children. Of course, chaos ensues. Hocus Pocus 2 was released last year – 29 years after the release of the original film – and the trio of witches were up to their antics yet again. You can stream both films on Disney+ Hotstar now just to get into that Halloween Spirit!
It would not be a Disney Halloween without Hocus Pocus, a cult-classic that would appear annually on the Disney Channel. The story follows a trio of diabolical witches who were executed in the 17th Century, and are accidentally resurrected three decades later by some unsuspecting children. Of course, chaos ensues. Hocus Pocus 2 was released last year – 29 years after the release of the original film – and the trio of witches were up to their antics yet again. You can stream both films on Disney+ Hotstar now just to get into that Halloween Spirit!
Disclaimer: Rated PG-13 for some thematic elements and scary action. Parents guide.
