As the leaves change colors and the air grows chilly, there’s no better way to welcome fall than with fuzzy blankets, yummy snacks, and a list of the best movies to match the vibe. The students of Kettle Run have put together an amazing list of their personal favorite fall movies. These films will transport you to worlds with that cozy autumn mood.
Senior Christina Fasenmyer expressed that her ultimate favorite fall movie is Hocus Pocus. She said that it has been a childhood favorite that has always brought back feelings of nostalgia. This movie depicts a trio of witch sisters who return to modern-day Salem to cause mischief.
Ashlyn Tejada, a sophomore, stated that It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown is the best movie to watch during fall. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown is a classic fall special that portrays a group of young kids celebrating Halloween while waiting for the arrival of the Great Pumpkin.
Evie Ward, a senior, remarked that Monster House is the best fall movie because it is hilarious. This thrilling movie is all about a group of kids discovering that a neighborhood house is actually alive.
Junior Scarlette King stated that Tim Burton movies are the best fall movies because they bring an eerie vibe to her fall season. She said that her favorite Tim Burton movie for fall is The Nightmare Before Christmas. This spooky animation depicts a skeleton king who rules a ghoulish town but stumbles upon Christmas Town, which he then attempts to recreate in his own way.
The juniors of an English block also listed several fall movies to binge. Here are a few of their recommendations.
One recommendation was Spooky Buddies, a movie about a group of adorable talking puppies who must use their detective skills to uncover a mystery.
One student suggested Coraline, which is a movie about a young girl who discovers a secret door in her new home that leads to an eerie alternate world.
Fantastic Mr. Fox was another suggestion. This movie depicts a clever fox and his family who outwit three wealthy but clueless farmers to survive and provide for their community.
Another recommendation was The Goonies. This movie is about a group of kids embarking on a wild treasure hunt to save their homes from foreclosure.
One student expressed that Coco was their ultimate favorite fall movie because it is a supernatural tale of a young boy who enters the Land of the Dead and must uncover his family’s mysterious history in order to return home.
One of my personal fall favorites is Scooby-Doo and the Ghoul School. This movie is about Shaggy and Scooby-Doo, who work as gym teachers at a school for the daughters of famous monsters, where they must help protect the students from danger.
We can all agree that fall movies wrap us up in nostalgia, thrills, and the joy of unmatched seasonal feelings. Whether you’re immersed in a spooky classic that has you on the edge of your seat or a heartwarming childhood throwback, these films capture the essence of fall. So light a candle, grab your warm drink, and let these movie picks bring out the season’s magic.
