Toddler Approved Halloween Movies
Who doesn’t love a good Halloween movie? When I first had kids I was so excited to share Halloween with them. The idea of cozying up on the couch with my toddler, some hot chocolate, and a Halloween movie sounded like the next best thing to heaven. However, I quickly realized that finding Halloween movies that wouldn’t totally scar my toddler for life was going to be a bit of a struggle. Nightmare Before Christmas? Hello Oogie Boogie nightmares. Hocus Pocus? As if.
I’ve now experienced Halloween as a toddler mom a handful of times. Therefore, we have put together a toddler friendly collection of 31 Halloween movies and shows to make your Halloween movie night a little less difficult. These movies are sure to leave your toddler itching to throw on their Halloween costume, not quivering in the corner with their eyes clamped shut.
Toddler-Friendly Halloween Movies
Toddler Approved Not-So-Scary Halloween Movies
It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown
It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown is a classic, and it is our responsibility as parents to indoctrinate our children into the ritual of watching Charlie Brown get a rock every year. This movie is absolutely not too scary for little ones!
The Addams Family
While this one is admittedly questionable on whether or not it is “appropriate” per se, it is not scary for little ones. We have put on different variations of the Addams Family when our girls are up and about. They focus in and out of the movie as they please, but we find it’s a good way to get some Halloween-related film playing in our house without worrying that the girls will be up all night.
Coco
Coco is an endearing film about the Day of the Dead. Though there are skeletons, our kids have not found this one to be too scary!
Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest
This is a great choice for toddlers! There is nothing even remotely scary about Curious George. We love some wholesome, not so scary Halloween fun!
Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches
Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches has been a hit with my eldest daughter since she was a year old. The year it came out, we were watching this movie well into Christmas time. This was her all-time favorite. There is a scene at the end where Pete turns into a giant Jack O Lantern to try and win the spooky contest that could be scary for some little ones. I fast-forwarded through it myself until my daughter was nearly three years old.
Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween Movie
As you can imagine, this Winnie The Pooh movie is relatively tame. However, definitely stick by your toddler while you watch this one. The tree of terror in particular has been said to give some kids nightmares. My almost four year old was not bothered. I did not try it with my almost two year old yet although I don’t think it would really phase her.
Monster’s Inc.
I was hesitant to try this movie with my three year old. I remembered being a little disturbed by it myself as a kid, although I totally loved it anyway. However, we gave it a try and she loved it! It is still one of her favorite movies to watch. Given it is all about monster’s, Monster’s Inc. makes this list as a great option for toddlers on Halloween. Be warned, the very first scene in the movie was the scariest for my girls. My 3 year old was nervous, but got through it alright and understood that it was all pretend. My one year old, on the other hand, is not allowed to watch that scene.
The Cat in The Hat Knows a Lot About Halloween!
The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Halloween is about as safe as kids Halloween movies get. You can rest easy with this one, and your kids’ excitement for Halloween is going to burst while watching this movie.
Room on the Broom
We love Room on the Broom because we get to read the story and then watch the movie! Books with movies attached always feel like a bonus. There is a dragon that could be scary for some little ones, but for the most part this movie has our toddler seal of approval!
Toddler-Friendly Halloween Shows
Toddler Approved Not-So-Scary Halloween Shows
We pulled these Halloween episodes from Disney Plus. We have deemed each of these as perfectly acceptable for toddler viewing.
Doc McStuffins
Doc McStuffins is about a girl who has the ability to speak to her toys and she spends her days treating their ailments. These Halloween episodes are too cute!
Boo-Hoo to You! / It’s Glow Time (Season 1, Episode 23)
Hallie Halloween / Don’t Fence Me In (Season 3, Episode 11)
Elena of Avalor
Elena of Avalor is a princess who takes on great adventures while she learns to be a great leader.
A Day to Remember (Season 1, Episode 9)
The Jewel of Maru (Season 2, Episode 1)
Handy Manny
Handy Manny is a handy man… That seems obvious. Check out these Halloween episodes with your little handy man (or woman.)
Halloween / Squeeze’s Magic Show (Season 1, Episode 23)
Fun and Games / Autumn Leaves (Season 2, Episode 29)
A Job From Outer Space / Sounds Like Halloween (Season 3, Episode 31)
Muppet Babies
The Muppet Babies is one that usually leaves my toddler in stitches. She thinks these guys are hilarious. These Halloween episodes are no exception!
Happy Hallowocka / The Teeth-Chattering Tale of the Haunted Pancake (Season 1, Episode 15)
Oh My Gourd / The Curse of the Wareanimal (Season 3, Episode 24)
Puppy Dog Pals
Get your spook on with Bingo and Rolly of the Puppy Dog Pals! Both my three year old and one year old are in love with these little pups!
Return to the Pumpkin Patch / Haunted Howl-oween (Season 1, Episode 17)
Halloween Puppy Fashion Show Party / Full Moon Fever (Season 4, Episode 14)
The Pumpkin King / The Elf Who Halloween’d (Season 5, Episode 15)
Vampirina
Vampirina is simply all around fantastic Halloween entertainment for your toddler. The show is literally based on a little vampire girl and other monsters she comes in contact with while she tries to adjust to life in the human world. While you could watch any Vampirina episode, those listed below are specifically Halloween based.
Hauntleyween/ Frankenflower (Season 1, Episode 24)
Trick or treaters / Play It Again Vee (Season 2, Episode 15)
Jumpin Jack-o’-lanterns / Freeze our Guest (Season 2, Episode 16)
Double Double Halloween Trouble / The Creepover (Season 3, Episode 5)
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
Everybody knows about Mickey Mouse. I am not even going to explain this one. Here are some great Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Halloween episodes that your toddler will love!
Mickey’s Treat (Season 1, Episode 17)
Minnie’s Masquerade (Season 3, Episode 19)
Mickey’s Monster Musical Parts 1 & 2 (Season 5, Episodes 7 & 8)
Minnie’s Bow Toons
Minnie’s Bow Toons are super fun shorts featuring Minnie, Daisy, and Cuckoo Loca. There is one Halloween based short that was definitely worth adding to this list!
Tricky Treats (Season 3, Episode 1)
Fancy Nancy
Finally, we have Fancy Nancy. While I honestly am on the fence about this show, (I find Nancy can be a little bit of a poor role model) this Halloween episode is not too bad. My daughter really enjoyed it!
Nancy’s Costume Clash/ Nancy’s Ghostly Halloween (Season 1 Episode 11)
Grab the Popcorn!
Now you have a suitable something to watch with your toddler each day of October leading right up to Halloween! Get your kids into the spooky spirit, and let Halloween take over in your house. We know we can’t wait to get started here in the Rodriguez household!
