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28 Best Fall Movies for Kids to Stream Online for Free

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The air is crisper, the nights are darker, and people are sipping on pumpkin-spiced lattes everywhere you look. That could only mean one thing — fall is finally here!

And what better way to celebrate the coziest time of year than to cuddle up under a blanket and turn on a classic fall movie? Whether it’s a movie with gorgeous fall scenery, a family back-to-school classic, or a spooky Halloween movie, we found some fall movies you can stream for free.

We’ve brought the list of 28 fall movies you can stream online for free — but snacks are on you (although we have snack coupons to help).

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Family-Friendly Fall Movies

Grab something pumpkin-flavored, a cozy blanket, and get the family together for a fall movie night. You won’t have to spend a dime on these family movies. Pick one or more from the list to get your fall started right.

 

A Magical Journey (2019, PG)

Cast: Polina Pechenenko, Virginie Ledoyen, Saul Rubinek, Edouard Baer

Magic and wonder always evoke the spirit of Halloween. Your family will love experiencing the adventure of a lifetime as a young girl sets off on a magical quest where she is chased by evil villains seeking to steal her inheritance. A great film for your family this fall. It’ll set the tone for Halloween and adventure as the kids return to school.

How to watch A Magical Journey free:

 

The Angry Birds Movie (2016, PG)

Cast: Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph, Bill Hader, Peter Dinklage, Sean Penn

This cell phone game on the big screen finally tells the world why these birds are so angry. You and the kids can laugh as you follow the birds to stop those conniving pigs throughout their adventure. While it won’t be the first game to reach the big screen, it’ll be the first of its kind to transcend technology and age gaps, as it brings multiple generations together — a must-watch for you and your family this fall.

How to watch The Angry Birds Movie free:

 

Beauty and the Beast (2014, PG-13)

Cast: Vincent Cassel, Léa Seydoux, André Dussollier, Eduardo Noriega, Myriam Charleins, Audrey Lamy

While this movie may not be the number one pick for every family, this artistic rendition of the classic tale of The Beauty and the Beast follows Belle as she falls in love with a beast. This French masterpiece grabs you as you relive one of your favorite fairy-tale classics. Be prepared for subtitles and some fall feelings as your family gets a taste of culture and art.

How to watch Beauty and the Beast free:

 

Charlotte’s Web (2006, G)

Cast: Dakota Fanning, Julia Roberts, Oprah Winfrey, Steve Buscemi, John Cleese, Cedric the Entertainer, Kathy Bates, Reba McEntire

Wilbur is thrust into a world where he’s fighting for his life by living a life as a show pig. On the farm, Wilbur and his best friend, Charlotte, prove that there are ways to make the best out of a messy situation. Their bond continues throughout generations as Wilbur is spared and life continues through Charlotte’s children. You and your children will experience the wonder and magic created through hope. This fall is a great time to bring the family together and relive one of the greatest classics of our lifetime. This all-star cast brings the story to life.

How to watch Charlotte’s Web free:

 

Clue (1985, PG)

Cast: Eileen Brennan, Tim Curry, Madeline Kahn, Lesley Ann Warren, Christopher Lloyd

When you combine a star-studded ensemble with slapstick hilarity, memorable one-liners, and the most intriguing murder mystery, you get Clue. Not including this cult classic in a fall movie lineup would be a crime. Equal parts mystery and comedy, this is a prime family-friendly choice.

How to watch Clue free:

  • Showtime: To watch Clue free, you can get a 7-day free Showtime trial by adding it to Prime Video or Hulu

 

Dolittle (2020, PG)

Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen, Jim Broadbent

While not necessarily a fall-themed movie, the magic and adventure will surely bring your family together. Enjoy Robert Downey Jr’s first significant role outside the MCU as he befriends animals in search of healing. The artistic direction and perfect acting make this movie an excellent choice for you and your family to enjoy this fall.

How to watch Dolittle free:

 

Happy Feet (2018, PG)

Cast: Carlos Alazraqui, Lombardo Boyar, Jeffrey Garcia, Elijah Woods

Although set on an icy landscape, following the story of Mumble as he seeks to find love and acceptance will evoke emotion and a sense of adventure in your entire family. As fall comes to a close and winter approaches, you can see the tone by enjoying a wintery wonderland filled with penguins, singing, and love. Bring your family together with the classic.

How to watch Happy Feet free:

 

Heidi (2015, PG)

Cast: Anuk Steffen, Anna Schinz, Lilian Naef, Bruno Ganz

While not inherently a fall film, Heidi gives off an old-timey feeling that has the unique ability to make your family feel warm and cozy. This modern rendition retells the story of an orphaned girl that goes to live with her grandfather. She can overcome her frustrations through trials and tribulations and learn to live — a great film to watch with the entire family this fall.

How to watch Heidi free:

  • Vudu: Stream Heidi free with ads

 

The Little Rascals (1994, PG)

Cast: Travis Tedford, Bug Hall, Brittany Ashton Holmes, Kevin Jamal Woods, Jordan Warkol, Zachary Mary, Ross Bagley

The 90s rendition of The Little Rascals is a cute and hilarious favorite for your family to enjoy this fall. A group of children flawlessly put on a show about a boy named Alfalfa who’s desperately in love with his forever sweetheart, Darla. His friends, and members of a club dedicated to hating women, cannot have that and must break them apart. This flick will warm your heart and bring you and your family joy.

How to watch The Little Rascals free:

 

The Son of Bigfoot (2017, PG)

Cast: Pappy Faulkner, Cinda Adams, Mari Devon, Kirk Thornton, John Allsopp, Tom Blank, Joey Camen

The Son of Bigfoot gives your family the feels of exploration and wilderness as a young boy seeks out his father’s true identity. This coming-of-age style film is filled with magic and laughs for your family to enjoy this fall. The kids will be overwhelmed with feelings of adventure and discovering who they are by this film, which is perfect for your fall collection.

How to watch The Son of Bigfoot free:

 

Tad: The Lost Explorer (2012, PG)

Cast: Óscar Barberán, Michelle Jenner, José Mota, José Corbacho, Pep Anton Muñoz

Movies about adventure and wilderness always feel like the end of summer/fall. The movie follows Tad on his experiences from his mundane life as a construction worker to a hero trying to rescue his love. Your kids will feel empowered and adventurous as they become Tad. A great tale for the entire family to enjoy.

How to watch Tad: The Lost Explorer free

 

The Wiz (1978, G)

Cast: Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, Ted Ross, Theresa Merritt, Lena Horne, Richard Pryor, Mabel King, Thelma Carpenter, Stanley Greene

The fantastical classic The Wiz might be the ultimate Thanksgiving Day film. The well-known tale of Dorothy and the Emerald City is given a new interpretation as it transports you to the streets of NYC in the 1970s. Each set piece is enormous, exquisite, and creative, and it has some of the best sing-along songs for your whole family to enjoy. You’ll have difficulty getting that music out of your head after giving this fall musical a watch.

How to watch The Wiz free:

 

 

Family-Friendly Halloween Movies

The covers for Addams Family Values and Coraline next to each other.

Halloween is the hallmark of the fall season, and we’ve found our favorite Halloween movies. They’re also age-appropriate if you want the whole fam to tune in. Here are our picks for Halloween fall movies to watch free:

 

Addams Family Values (1993, PG-13)

Cast: Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd, Christina Ricci

In this Addams Family sequel, Wednesday and Pugsley are sent off to summer camp as a wicked nanny schemes to kill Uncle Fester and take over his estate. Prepare to fall in love with this classic, from Wednesday’s legendary Thanksgiving speech to the movie’s morbid sense of humor.

How to watch Addams Family Values free:

  • Apple TV Plus: If you don’t have Apple TV Plus, you can get a 90-day Apple TV Plus trial on Best Buy or 7-day free trial directly from Apple Plus.
  • Amazon Prime Video: If you have Prime, you can get a 7-day trial for the Paramount Plus channel through Prime Video.

TIP: Also, if you’re thinking about a Paramount Plus subscription, you’ll want to check out our guide to see if it’s worth it.

 

All Hallows Eve (2016, NR)

Cast: Lexi Giovagnoli, Ashley Argota Torres, John DeLuca, Diane Salinger

You and your family will love this Halloween flick that follows a young girl that discovers her magical powers on her birthday, Halloween. She accidentally summons an old relative that immediately becomes the villain in this story, and she must bring them down. This family-friendly adventure is filled with twists and turns that everyone can enjoy; it’s a great way to bring your family together this Halloween.

How to watch All Hallows Eve free:

 

Casper (1995, PG)

Cast: Chauncey Leopardi, Spencer Vrooman, Malachi Pearson, Cathy Moriarty, Christina Ricci, Fred Rogers

Nothing says Halloween and feels like fall like a ghost story for you and your family to enjoy. Watch as a family moves into a home haunted by a few ghosts just trying to live their lives. Watch as Kat falls in love with Casper but, in the end, is forced to forgo love to save her father. This Halloween classic will pull at your heartstrings and bring the family closer together.

How to watch Casper free:

  • Tubi: Stream Casper free with ads on Tubi

 

Coraline (2009, PG)

Cast: Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French, Keith David

Coraline is the pinnacle of Halloween mood-setting magic as the film follows a young girl, Coraline, into an alternate universe where she discovers a perfect world that isn’t as it seems. The emotions and discoveries in this film filled with adventure will surely keep you and the family watching the entire time. Nothing is as it seems, and the grass isn’t always greener on the other side. Help teach your kids and yourself that your family may not be perfect, but you are honest and there for each other.

How to watch Coraline free:

  • Roku: Stream Coraline free with ads when you use Roku

 

Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015, PG)

Cast: Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, Kevin James, Steve Buscemi, David Spade

This all-star cast brings to life a magical Halloween-themed movie where the family fears their son is not likely to be a vampire. Through fun and adventure, they do their best to bring out the vampire inside him so he can be a genuine part of the family. This’ll be a great film for you and your family to enjoy this fall. It’s filled with laughs and fun that all ages can enjoy.

How to watch Hotel Transylvania 2 free:

 

It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966, NR)

Cast: Peter Robbins, Christopher Shea, Sally Dryer, Kathy Steinberg

The Peanuts gang is all set for all the fun-loving feelings that the fall season brings, including Halloween. Linus eagerly anticipates the arrival of The Great Pumpkin, as Charlie receives an invitation to his first Halloween party. It’s a sweet, family-friendly classic that’ll delight your inner family and your inner child.

How to watch It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown free:

TIP: We have more options where that came from; read our guide on how to watch It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown for free.

 

Elvira’s Haunted Hills (2001, PG-13)

Cast: Cassandra Peterson, Richard O’Brien, Mary Scheer, Scott Atkinson, Heather Hopper

This classic will throw you and your family into the past as we’re introduced to Elvira. Funny hijinks and adventure ensue as Elvira finds herself in a mysterious castle back in 1851 Paris. A great movie to watch with mature kids to bring you and your family into the Halloween and fall spirit. A must-watch classic to add to your list this fall.

How to watch Elvira’s Haunted Hills free

 

Ghostbusters (1984, PG)

Cast: Harold Ramis, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Rick Moranis, Ernie Hudson, Annie Potts

First, who doesn’t know ALL the words to the theme song? Watch three lovable and goofy friends start a career getting rid of pesky paranormal entities. Things aren’t too bad until they get out of hand. Ghostbusters should be an annual watch for pumpkin season, and it’s a great excuse to introduce the classic to new generations.

How to watch Ghostbusters free:

  • Hulu: You can get a free 30-day Hulu trial to watch Ghostbusters

 

Ghostbusters (2016, PG-13)

Cast: Zach Woods, Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Ed Begley Jr., Bess Rous

A ragtag team of women takes on otherworldly threats to their community as they fight ghosts and capture monsters. This modern remake of the film takes on a twist as the roles are switched, and women get to fight the monsters this time. Show your young girls that they can be heroes too. Let your young boys see that girls are strong and capable. A great Halloween-spirited film for you and your family this fall.

How to watch Ghostbusters free:

 

Lost Creek (2016, PG)

Cast: Brynna Bartoo, Reuben Becker-Kline, Sophie Becker-Kline, Lisa Coruzzi, Bethany Duff

As these kids leave childhood behind, they’re met with a mystery as all the adults seem to be disappearing. They’re forced to enter the woods on Halloween to fight a monster of their creation. A great film for you and your children to watch. Your kids will be filled with a sense of adventure and purpose as they become the heroes of this story.

How to watch Lost Creek free:

 

Luck (2022, G)

Cast: Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg, Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Flula Borg, Lil Rel Howery, Colin O’Donoghue, John Ratzenberger

In this animated family-friendly pick, Luck follows Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world. Before finding herself in the Land of Luck, she must figure out how to get luck in her life. This newer movie is great for a fall night with the family.

How to watch Luck free:

 

Scooby-Doo (2002, PG)

Cast: Freddie Prinze Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, Matthew Lillard, Linda Cardellini,

Rowan Atkinson, Isla Fisher

This live-action Scooby-Doo thriller follows Scooby and the gang after they reunite from being separated for two long years. They’re tasked with solving another mystery together while bringing a world of nostalgia and excitement into our homes. After 33 years as a cartoon, families finally laughed at all the hijinks and shenanigans in a way they never had before. Great as a Halloween starter for you and your family.

How to watch Scooby-Doo free:

Roku: Stream Scooby-Doo free with ads

 

 

PG-13 & Under Movies to Enjoy as a Family

The covers for Legally Blonde and You've Got Mail next to each other.

Get together with that special someone or bask in some self-love with these lighthearted romantic comedies. Save money and watch these for free for a special night of fall movies full of love.

 

Legally Blonde (2001, PG-13)

Cast: Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma Blair, Matthew Davis

Elle Woods, a stylish sorority queen, receives a breakup text from her boyfriend and decides to follow him to law school, where she discovers some hidden talents. This back-to-school comedy is a fun watch to get a few laughs.

How to watch Legally Blonde free:

  • Amazon Prime Video: You can watch Legally Blonde free with a Prime membership

 

Sweet Home Alabama (2002, PG-13)

Cast: Reese Witherspoon, Josh Lucas, Patrick Dempsey, Candice Bergen, Rhona Mitra

Reese Witherspoon’s choice at the end of this film may or may not be the right one. However, this movie has enough fall foliage to make a forest blush, and she gives an endearing performance in this rom-com.

How to watch Sweet Home Alabama free:

  • Roku: You can catch Sweet Home Alabama on the Roku app for free

 

Sweet November (2001, PG-13)

Cast: Keanu Reeves, Charlize Theron, Jason Isaacs

This film has November in the title, so it’s already a winner for a fall classic. Nelson regains happiness after spending a November with Sara, but after her tragic reality is revealed, he works to bring joy back into her life. This romantic drama is a great watch for a couples night.

How to watch Sweet November free:

 

You’ve Got Mail (1998, PG)

Cast: Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, Parker Posey, Jean Stapleton, Dave Chappelle

Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks play two adversaries unaware that their secret internet affair is truly between them. The heartwarming romantic comedy features two iconic Thanksgiving moments guaranteed to bring back fond memories.

How to watch You’ve Got Mail free:

  • Hulu: You can get a free 30-day Hulu trial to watch You’ve Got Mail (or check out our Hulu hacks for more ways to save on a subscription)
  • Amazon Prime Video: You can rent You’ve Got Mail on Amazon for $3.99 on Prime Video (Get Amazon credits to watch it for free by trading in old Amazon devices or many other ways)

 

 

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