With Halloween coming up, it’s time to prepare for some trick and treating along with a movie night to turn up the fun. But what is Halloween night without some horror movies? Let’s make this a little child-friendly and take a look at animated horror movies which can make this day even better for the whole family. Thus, bringing some of our childhood favourites to share with the kids and begin their horror movie journey, here’s a list that you need this season!
Let’s begin.
7 Animated Horror Movies for Kids!
Monster House
We begin with a horror comedy that will bring the right amount of spooky feels for the kids while keeping it light and fun. With interesting twists and turns, this movie will be a perfect addition to experience the Halloween feels. Serving as an exciting and refreshing experience, this film is suitable for audiences of every age.
Directed by Gil Kenan, the film features the voices of Mitchel Musso, Sam Lerner, Spencer Locke, Steve Buscemi, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and others. The plot revolves around three teenagers trying to save their neighbourhood children from a house that is haunted.
Hotel Transylvania
This is a film that has brought an all-new look to Count Dracula and serves important lessons along with an exciting adventure of a human among monsters. Packed with comedy and different forms of love, this is a film that can be enjoyed by everyone all day because its a whole franchise.
Directed by Genndy Tartakovsky, the film stars Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, Kevin James, Fran Drescher, Steve Buscemi, Molly Shannon, David Spade and CeeLo Green. The plot revolves around Count Dracula who runs a high-end resort for monsters and is overprotective of his daughter. One day a human enters his territory and attracts the attention of his daughter.
Coco
This 2017 film will take you to the land of the dead where a yearly festival is taking place. While the film doesn’t have any horror scenes, the land of the dead is no less than a neighbourhood during Halloween, so why skip this film? Bringing in the beauty of familial love and the importance of tradition, this is a film that steals the hearts of kids and adults alike.
Directed by Lee Unkrich, the film stars Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal, Benjamin Bratt, Alanna Ubach, Renée Victor, Ana Ofelia Murguía, and Edward James Olmos. The film follows the adventures of a young boy who ends up in the land of the dead. Taking the help of his forgotten ancestor, he needs to return home and reveal a truth hidden from everyone.
The Addams Family
One of our favourite families returned to the screen in 2019 and while many have a love-hate relationship with this film, we can’t deny that it is perfect for Halloween. Bringing the eccentric family to have a comedy-filled evening this film is entertaining in its own way while giving the right amount of eeriness that we need.
Directed by Conrad Vernon and Greg Tiernan, the film stars the voices of Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloë Grace Moretz, Finn Wolfhard, Nick Kroll, Snoop Dogg, Bette Midler, and Allison Janney. The plot revolves around the eccentric Addams family that moves to a neighbourhood in New Jersey where troubles begin when their daughter finds a friend.
Corpse Bride
Bringing a gothic musical fantasy film to the list, Corpse Bride is a classic when it comes to this list. Bringing out a unique magic with the simplicity of its characters, this is a film that stands out in its way. The mix of romance, comedy, ghosts, and more, this is a film that is loved in its way.
Directed by Tim Burton and Mike Johnson, the film stars Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter in the lead roles. The plot follows a young man who accidentally marries a deceased woman while practising his vows near her grave. Assuming that the two are married, the woman follows her newly married husband.
Monsters Inc.
This comedy film is perfect for this list as it takes the kids on a new adventure when it comes to monsters. While many adults see their childhood favourites when this film plays, this is a film that is passed down through generations for them to enjoy. A true classic that deserves all the love.
Directed by Pete Docter, the film stars John Goodman, Billy Crystal, Steve Buscemi, James Coburn, Mary Gibbs, and Jennifer Tilly. The plot revolves around two monster friends working for an energy company. Believing human kids to be toxic, trouble ensues when a kid enters the factory out of nowhere.
Scooby Doo! Moon Monster Madness
Finally, we have another classic that cannot be left out of this list. Scooby Doo has been a favourite of every adult and while many of its movies can be unsuitable for kids, this is one of the movies that brings the right amount of spooky and fun. A perfect way to start your kid on a journey that they will not forget.
Directed by Paul McEvoy, the film stars Frank Welker, Grey Griffin, Mindy Cohn, Matthew Lillard, and Malcolm McDowell. The plot follows the gang’s adventure in outer space where a new mystery awaits them.
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