The 5 Best Halloween Movies for Kids
As Halloween approaches, thoughts turn to costumes and candy. This season offers children a chance to explore their imaginations as they embrace the excitement that surrounds this spooky time of year. Here are the five best Halloween movies for kids, perfect for watching while waiting to go trick-or-treating. SSP prepared.
Hotel Transylvania (2012)
Set in a luxury hotel tucked away in the Transylvania hills, "Hotel Transylvania" is teeming with vampires, werewolves, zombies, and more. Count Dracula, voiced by Adam Sandler, provides a safe space for monsters away from humans. He aims to protect his teenage daughter Mavis (Selena Gomez) from the world outside. However, plans for Mavis’s 118th birthday are interrupted by the arrival of Johnny (Andy Samberg), a laid-back human traveler. As love blossoms between Mavis and Johnny, Dracula scrambles to keep them apart while maintaining order among the hotel’s residents. Young viewers will enjoy the myriad of charming supernatural characters, all brought to life by a stellar voice cast.
Monster House (2006)
"Monster House" brings a spooky twist to a childhood favorite theme. The story follows 12-year-old DJ (Mitchel Musso), who lives near an eerie house known for swallowing up anything that approaches it. When friends discover the shocking truth about this cursed domicile, they face the challenges within. With danger lurking just behind the door, DJ and his friends must unlock the mysteries of the house and find a way to stop its reign of terror. This film perfectly blends adventure and chills, making it a hit with young audiences.
Frankenweenie (2012)
With "Frankenweenie," director Tim Burton delivers a spooky treat in stop-motion animation. Young Victor Frankenstein (Charlie Tahan) struggles with the loss of his beloved dog, Sparky. In a moment of sorrow and innovation, Victor uses a device to bring Sparky back to life. Chaos ensues when school bullies catch wind of his ambitious project and create their creatures. This darkly humorous tale about love and loss strikes a powerful chord with both kids and adults, showcasing Burton’s unique storytelling style.
Corpse Bride (2005)
In "Corpse Bride," Tim Burton weaves a haunting yet beautiful tale through musical storytelling and stunning stop-motion animation. The story centers around Victor (Johnny Depp), who is engaged to the kind Victoria (Emily Watson). However, he accidentally binds himself to a ghostly bride, Emily (Helena Bonham Carter), while rehearsing his wedding vows in a dark forest. Pulled into the afterlife, Victor faces quirky characters. The story culminates in a battle between the enchanting dead and his living love, ensuring magic and heartfelt moments throughout.
The Boxtrolls (2014)
In "The Boxtrolls," colonists in Cheesebridge are aware of a so-called monster race lurking below their streets. However, the Boxtrolls – the supposed monsters – are actually gentle creators wearing cardboard boxes. They have cared for an orphaned boy named Eggs (Isaac Hempstead-Wright, known from Game of Thrones). The townspeople, misled by exterminator Archibald Snatcher (Ben Kingsley), attempt to eradicate the trolls due to false fears. Eggs teams up with adventurous Winifred (Elle Fanning) to defend his family against oppression. This stop-motion film features clever visuals and importantly emphasizes themes of understanding and acceptance.
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