As the leaves begin to change colors and the days get shorter and shorter, there’s no better time to curl up with a cozy blanket to enjoy a fall-themed movie marathon. That’s why I’m sharing my ultimate list of fall movies in today’s post.
From the cutest fall rom-coms to spooky Halloween movies and cozy football classics, there’s something for everyone on this list. (Except for horror fans because I am just way too scared for those movies-sorry!) Without further ado, here are more than 30 fall movies you need to add to your watch list now.
Fall Rom-Coms
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018)
Issues arise when Lara Jean’s love letters are “accidentally” sent to her past and current crushes. To remedy the situation she fake dates one of the recipients, Peter Kavinsky, which goes well until very real feelings begin to develop between the two. This one is perfect to watch during back-to-school season at the beginning of fall.
Watch To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before on Netflix.
You’ve Got Mail (1998)
When Harry Met Sally (1989)
Here’s another classic rom-com to watch this fall that questions whether men and women can truly be “just friends”. Harry and Sally have known each other since their college days, and ten years later they are still trying to answer that question.
Watch When Harry Met Sally on Prime Video.
Falling for You (2018)
This one has all the components of a Hallmark classic. A businessman visits a small town and gets roped into, wait for it, a Bachelor Bakeoff by the local radio host. I’m sure you can guess what happens next in this light, fun movie that’s perfect for fall.
Stream Falling For You on Hallmark Movies Now.
Practical Magic (1998)
The Proposal (2009)
To avoid deportation to her home country of Canada, successful book editor Margaret Tate (played by Sandra Bullock) says that she is engaged to her assistant Andrew (played by Ryan Reynolds). Thankfully, Andrew agrees to pose as her fiancé with a few conditions, one of which is taking a trip to Alaska to visit his family.
Legally Blonde (2001)
This chick flick classic follows fashion-savvy sorority queen Elle Woods as she enrolls in Harvard University in hopes of getting her ex-boyfriend back. Spoiler alert- he’s not that great, but Elle realizes that she is. I think we all know who won this breakup.
Love, Fall & Order (2019)
This one is a classic Hallmark take on an enemies-to-lovers story. Claire goes back home to help save her father’s Fall Fest, but rival lawyer Patrick wants to shut it all down. I’m sure you can see where this one is going!
Watch Love, Fall & Order on Hallmark Movies Now.
Sweet Home Alabama (2002)
Reese Witherspoon plays Melanie, a New York fashion designer who recently got engaged to one of the nation’s most eligible bachelors (played by Patrick Dempsey, of course). There’s one little problem though- Melanie is still technically married to her high school sweetheart, Jake, and he refuses to sign the divorce papers.
Set on leaving her past behind, Melanie goes back to her small Alabama hometown to convince Jake to end their relationship for good. However, things don’t exactly go according to Melanie’s plan, and she finds that leaving her old self behind is a little harder than expected.
Watch Sweet Home Alabama on Hulu.
Runaway Bride (1999)
Runaway Bride stars Richard Gere as journalist Ike Graham and Julia Roberts as serial “almost” bride Maggie Carpenter. Having heard that Maggie has left three men at the alter, Ike visits the small New England town in which her next wedding is supposed to be held with hopes of witnessing another runaway bride moment to include in an article.
The Princess Bride (1987)
Historical Romance Movies for Fall
Little Women (2019)
Greta Gerwig’s 2019 film adaptation of Lousia May Alcott’s classic novel gave the beloved story a whole new life. Featuring a star-studded cast, the movie jumps back and forth between Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy’s childhood and adult years. It’s nostalgic, cozy, and one of my favorite movies to watch in the fall.
Pride & Prejudice (2005)
Is there a more classic historical romance movie than this one? Outspoken Elizabeth Bennett and reserved Fitzwilliam Darcy don’t take an immediate liking to one another, but eventually their feelings change.
Watch Pride & Prejudice on Prime Video.
Persuasion (2022)
Here’s another Austen adaptation to enjoy this fall. Dakota Johnson stars as Anne Elliot in this Netflix version of Persuasion, in which she must deal with her ex coming back into her life unexpectedly. Is this a second chance at true love for her?
Spooky Halloween Movies
Hocus Pocus (1993)
After moving to Salem, Massachusetts, Max accidentally sets free a coven of witches who used to live in an abandoned house. Now, Max and his friends must steal the witches’ spell book to stop them from becoming immortal. This one is a classic!
Hocus Pocus 2 (2022)
Nearly 30 years after the original movie, the sequel follows local Salem teenagers Becca and Izzy as they accidentally resurrect the Sanderson sisters with another Black Flame Candle. They then must stop the witches from wreaking havoc on the world yet again.
Watch Hocus Pocus 2 on Disney+.
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966)
This has been one of my favorites since I was a little kid. Join Charlie Brown and the gang as they trick-or-treat and wait anxiously for the Great Pumpkin on Halloween night.
Watch It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown on Apple TV+.
Twitches (2005)
Sisters Alex and Camryn were separated at birth but reunite on their 21st birthday and find out that they are twin witches (or “twitches”, if you will). They then must use their unusual powers to fight the evil force threatening their kingdom.
Twitches Too (2007)
Alex and Camryn discover their father may be alive and trapped in the Shadowlands. While trying to save him, they must also defeat the dark force threatening Coventry.
Watch Twitches Too on Disney+.
Halloweentown (1998)
When Marnie turns 13 she finds out that she’s a witch, and then must help her witch grandmother save Halloweentown- a magical place where creatures like werewolves and ghosts live apart from humans. If you like this one, make sure you check out the other three movies in the series.
Watch Halloweentown on Disney+.
Ghostbusters (1984)
Edward Scissorhands (1990)
This is one of Tim Burton’s best. An eccentric inventor creates an artificial man named Edward who has scissors for hands. When Edward is taken in by a suburban family, he struggles to fit in with their normal, cookie-cutter life.
Watch Edward Scissorhands on Disney+.
The Addams Family (1991)
When long-lost Uncle Fester suddenly reappears after decades, the creepy and kooky Addams family must figure out whether or not he is an imposter trying to swindle their fortune.
Watch The Addams Family on Paramount+.
Hotel Transylvania (2012)
Count Dracula invites all kinds of monsters and ghouls to his lavish Hotel Transylvania to celebrate his daughter’s 118th birthday. However, things go a bit sideways when a human crashes the party and ends up falling for his daughter.
Watch Hotel Transylvania on Prime Video.
Scooby-Doo (2002)
Two years after Mystery Inc. closed down, each member of the gang is summoned to Spooky Island to investigate the paranormal activity plaguing the Spring Break hot spot.
Watch Scooby-Doo on Prime Video.
Beetlejuice (1988)
Spooky Buddies (2011)
It’s spooky season in this installment of the Buddies series. Air Bud’s 5 pups must race against the Howlloween Hound to save the world from Warlock the Magician.
Watch Spooky Buddies on Disney+.
Goosebumps (2015)
Zach teams up with his new neighbor Hannah and her father, R.L. Stine, to stop the monsters from Stine’s Goosebumps books that have come to life. They must outwit and capture all the creatures to save their town before it’s too late.
Watch Goosebumps on Prime Video.
Coraline (2009)
A young girl finds a door to a different realm while exploring her new home. This alternate world closely mirrors her own and, at first, seems better. However, when her “other” family tries to keep her there, Coraline must fight to make it back to her true home and family.
Watch Coraline on Prime Video.
Football Movies
Remember the Titans (2000)
Friday Night Lights (2004)
Like me, you might be a fan of the 2007 television series also titled Friday Night Lights, but this film is the OG book-to-screen adaptation of Buzz Bissinger’s 1990 novel. It tells the story of the trials and tribulations faced by a small-town Texas high school football team as they chase the state championship under intense pressure from their community.
Watch Friday Night Lights on Prime Video.
The Blind Side (2009)
Based on Michael Lewis’ bestselling book, The Blind Side tells the story of Michael Oher, a homeless boy who becomes an All-American football player with the help of the Tuohy family. Sandra Bullock won multiple awards for her performance as Leigh Anne Tuohy in the film, including an Academy Award and Golden Globe.
Watch The Blind Side on Prime Video.
Thanksgiving Movies
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973)
Join the Peanuts gang as they celebrate Thanksgiving together at Charlie Brown’s house. Snoopy dons his chef hat and cooks a Thanksgiving feast consisting of toast, popcorn, pretzel sticks, jellybeans, and ice cream sundaes- who knew he invented “girl dinner”?
Watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving on Apple TV.
Turkey Drop (2019)
Olivia Holt stars as Lucy, who returns home for Thanksgiving suspecting that she might get “turkey dropped”- dumped by her high school boyfriend. She takes matters into her own hands, and ends up learning more about herself and what will make her truly happy.
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