'I'm a TV writer and these are my 9 best Halloween films and shows to watch on Disney+'

With Halloween just around the corner, spooky season is officially underway. Over at there’s a whole host of horrifying films and shows perfect for a ‘HallowStream’.

Whether you’re looking for a freaky film that’ll have you hiding behind the sofa or something the whole family can enjoy, there’s something for everyone to sink their teeth into. All of this creepy content is streaming now on Disney+, which fans can join for £4.99 a month for the .

Disney+ members can save up to £25.98 by paying for a year up front on the Standard or Premium plan, bagging the equivalent of 12 months for the price of 10. The now costs £89.90, while the is £129.90 and also includes higher video quality up to 4K UHD and HDR, plus the ability to stream on four devices simultaneously.

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A Disney+ membership also gives access to hit titles like , and , plus countless titles from the Marvel and Star Wars franchises. So, read on for our favourite films and shows on Disney+ that make perfect Halloween viewing.

Agatha All Along

Marvel’s latest series is ideal viewing for any aspiring witch. Agatha All Along sees the return of the franchise’s infamous witch Agatha Harkness (Kathryn Hahn), who viewers were introduced to in 2021’s WandaVision.

In the new series, the infamous Agatha finds herself powerless after a suspicious goth (Joe Locke) breaks her free from a distorted spell. Her interest is piqued when he begs her to take him on the legendary Witches’ Road, a magical gauntlet of trials that, if survived, rewards witches with what they need.

You can watch Agatha All Along .

The Nightmare Before Christmas

Tim Burton’s stop-motion classic toes the line between Halloween and Christmas, making it perfect for either occasion. In the beloved 1993 film, Pumpkin King Jack Skellington is bored with the same old spooky routine and accidentally finds himself in the bizarre, cheer-filled land of Christmas Town.

He becomes enamoured with the festive world and embarks on a merry mission to spread the joy of Christmas, which puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere.

You can watch The Nightmare Before Christmas .

Grotesquerie

FX’s Grotesquerie is the latest offering from American Horror Story co-creator Ryan Murphy. In the 10-part horror-drama, a series of heinous crimes have unsettled a small community, with Detective Lois Tryon (Niecy Nash) feeling the crimes are eerily personal, as if someone – or something – is taunting her.

With no leads and unsure of where to turn, she accepts the help of Sister Megan (Micaela Diamond), a nun and journalist with the Catholic Guardian. As Lois and Sister Megan string together clues, they find themselves ensnared in a sinister web that only seems to raise more questions than answers.

You can watch Grotesquerie .

No One Will Save You

This unique horror film was the most-streamed film in the US over the weekend of its release last year, . Billed as a ‘captivating sci-fi psychological thriller’, it features only five words of dialogue and follows Brynn (Kaitlyn Dever), a talented young woman who’s been alienated from her community.

Lonely but hopeful, she finds solace in the home where she grew up until she’s awakened by strange noises from decidedly unearthly intruders. What follows is an action-packed face-off between Brynn and mysterious beings who threaten her future while forcing her to deal with her past.

You can watch No One Will Save You .

Hocus Pocus

This beloved fantasy comedy follows the story of 300-year-old sisters, Winifred (Bette Midler), Sarah (Sarah Jessica Parker) and Mary Sanderson (Kathy Najimy), who were once hanged for witchcraft. But on Halloween night, 1993, the long-dead siblings are accidentally brought back to life by a group of young pranksters.

Determined to reclaim their youth, the witches must outwit the tricky teens – and a talking cat – if they are to complete their wicked plan and become immortal. Disney+ is also home to the 2022 sequel, .

You can watch Hocus Pocus .

Goosebumps

R.L. Stine’s horror novels were a literary staple for many 90s kids, now Disney+ is home to a new TV adaptation starring Justin Long. In this 10-parter, a group of five high school friends embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing of teenager Harold Biddle three decades earlier, while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past.

Disney+ has also just announced a will premiere in January, with Friends star David Schwimmer taking the horrifying helm.

You can watch Goosebumps .

Alien

Disney+ is home to every film in iconic sci-fi horror franchise started by Ridley Scott way back in 1979. Whether you prefer the tense first instalment or James Cameron’s action-packed sequel, horror fans can join Ellen Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) as she comes face to face with the perfect killing machine.

Disney+ will also host the latest instalment, Alien: Romulus, when it makes its streaming debut, with a release date to be confirmed.

You can watch Alien .

American Horror Stories

This hit anthology series is a spin-off from Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk’s award-winning American Horror Story. There’s three seasons available to binge now, with each episode featuring a different, unique horror story, a handful of which bear a connection to episodes from the main series.

American Horror Story fans will recognise a host of returning actors, including Dylan McDermott, Matt Bomer, Billie Lourd and Denis O’Hare.

You can watch American Horror Stories .

The Sixth Sense

M. Night Shyamalan’s 1999 classic boasts one of the most iconic twists in modern cinema. It stars Bruce Willis as Dr. Malcolm Crowe, a distinguished child psychologist, who meets Cole Sear (Haley Joel Osment), a frightened, confused, eight-year-old experiencing terrifying visions.

Dr. Crowe is completely unprepared to face the truth of what haunts Cole, which leads the pair to chilling and mysterious places. Whether watching for the first time or in the mood for another rewatch, The Sixth Sense is quintessential Halloween viewing.

You can watch The Sixth Sense .

Elsewhere, Amazon’s also offers a range of frightening films and scary shows, including the first two films in the Terrifier franchise. Both of these and much more can be streamed for free with a .