There are several things that get me and my family into the fall mood: fall foliage, pumpkin pie, a fall-scented candle, and the crisp autumn air. And besides my kids going on a diet of apple-everything during the season (apple cinnamon waffles, apple crisp, apple cider donuts—you name it), cozying up with a fall-themed movie with the kids for family movie night gets my little ones into the autumnal mood, too.
They’re the types of movies that give all the cozy vibes. From movie scenes highlighting leaves falling to every character wearing a flannel shirt to films set in a cozy cottage, I’m sharing the best movies to watch this autumn—that aren’t Halloween movies. This round-up will have you and the fam soaking up all the fall feels this season. Keep scrolling for 53 fall movies for kids, broken down by age!
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Best Fall Movies and Episodes for Toddlers (Ages 2-3)
Watch these adorable movies and episodes that give all the autumn feels. They give the perfect opportunity to talk about fall leaves and the autumn season with your little one!
Little Bear: Leaves (Season 3, Episode 39)
Rated: TV-Y | Run Time: 23m
Where to Watch: Apple TV
Little Bear is the ultimate low-stimulation show for toddlers. Enjoy all the autumn vibes with Little Bear and Mother Bear. In this adorable episode, Little Bear learns all about Mother Bear when she was a young cub. And just like his mom, Little Bear loves collecting autumn leaves, too.
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977)
Rated: TV-Y | Run Time: 1h 16m
Where to Watch: Disney+
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh is the coziest of toddler movies. Join Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin, and the crew in their timeless adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood.
Frozen 2 (2019)
Rated: PG | Run Time: 1h 48m
Where to Watch: Disney+
In this Frozen sequel, Queen Elsa is called into the unknown of the enchanted forests. But why is it luring her in, and what does it want her to find out? In Frozen 2, the gang is back together on a quest to uncover the truth behind Elsa’s magic. While the original Frozen is the perfect winter movie, Frozen 2 is perfect for the fall.
The Gruffalo (2010)
Rated: NR | Run Time: 27m
Where to Watch: Apple TV
Based on the picture book classic by Julia Donaldson, this short film teaches little ones that being clever is sometimes more powerful than physical strength. In order to ward off a fox, an owl, and a snake, a small mouse uses his imagination by inventing a monster called a ‘Gruffalo.’
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: Fall Festival (Season 3, Episode 5)
Rated: TV-Y | Run Time: 20m
Where to Watch: Apple TV
It’s time for the Fall Festival! But when a gust of wind knocks down Music Man Stan’s work, it’s up to Daniel and his friends to help him rebuild all of his hard work.
Brambly Hedge: Autumn Story (Episode 3)
Rated: TV-Y | Run Time: 15m
Where to Watch: Google Play
Based on the ‘80s classic children’s book, a young mouse named Primrose finds herself lost in the Chestnut Woods. Watch the Autumn Story and find out if she finds her way back.
Best Fall Movies for Kids (Ages 4-7)
Movies like Nanny McPhee and Paddington are fun and adventurous fall films that the entire family can enjoy. This list is full of movie classics that you won’t mind watching beyond the fall season.
Nanny McPhee (2006)
Rated: PG | Run Time: 1h 34m
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
In order to keep his seven rowdy children under control, a single father hires a nanny to keep his kids at bay. Can Nanny McPhee keep his kids tamed? Maybe, with a little bit of magic!
Beauty and the Beast (1991)
Rated: G | Run Time: 1h 32m
Where to Watch: Disney+
A ‘90s movie classic, Beauty and the Beast has all the components that make this film an autumnal must-watch: a small French village, books galore, and cozy weather fashion. If your kids can’t get enough of the animated film, watch the Beauty and the Beast live-action next!
Charlotte’s Web (2006)
Rated: G | Run Time: 1h 38m
Where to Watch: MGM+ and Amazon Prime Video
A spider named Charlotte saves a young pig named Wilbur by using her beautifully woven spiderwebs. The town believes it’s Wilbur who’s making them! Charlotte’s Web is a children’s classic to watch this fall. Don’t forget to watch the animated film, too.
Paddington (2015)
Rated: PG | Run Time: 1h 31m
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
The Brown family finds a young bear at the Paddington train station. Eager to help him, they bring him home and name him Paddington. But when a taxidermist is determined to make Paddington into a stuffed animal, he must escape her evil plan. This film is filled with adventure and a fun watch with the entire family this fall.
Babe (1995)
Rated: G | Run Time: 1h 34m
Where to Watch: Apple TV
This adorable and Academy Award-winning film is about a young piglet named Babe who wants to be a sheepdog! Babe truly believes that you can be anything you want to be.
More Fall Movies for Kids
- The Iron Giant — PG (1999)
- The Wild Robot — PG (2024)
- Coco — PG (2017)
- The Little Princess — G (1995)
- Homeward Bound — G (1993)
- The Fox and the Hound — G (1981)
- The Peanuts Movie — G (2015)
Best Fall Movies for Tweens (Ages 8-12)
These fall movies are great to watch with a tween. If they haven’t been introduced to the Harry Potter series (the ultimate book-to-movie adaptation for kids), now is the perfect time.
Roald Dahl’s Matilda: The Musical (2022)
Rated: PG | Run Time: 1h 57m
Where to Watch: Netflix
This sing-along film is a fun and cozy watch if your kiddos love the 1996 film. Unlike the popular movie adaptation, the 2022 version of the beloved Roald Dahl novel takes a page out of the Broadway show’s book, featuring all of the original songs viewers love.
E.T: The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Rated: PG | Run Time: 1h 49m
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
If your kiddo is looking for a movie filled with adventure and a story about finding friendships—in the most unexpected way—introduce them to this movie classic. 10-year-old Elliot bonds with an alien who’s eager to find his way back home.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001)
Rated: PG | Run Time: 2h 31m
Where to Watch: Peacock
Eleven-year-old orphan Harry Potter is an outcast living in a tiny closet at his aunt and uncle’s house until a mysterious owl arrives with a letter. Harry is invited to attend Hogwarts, the school of witchcraft and wizardry, where his journey begins as a young wizard. Harry Potter fanatics, get ready to watch the TV series that’s set to premiere in 2027!
Remember the Titans (2000)
Rated: PG | Run Time: 1h 54m
Where to Watch: Disney+
It’s the 1970s, and not everyone in a small Virginia town is thrilled when African-American new head coach Herman Boone starts to lead the football team. The coaches and the players must learn how to overcome their differences in order to win. Starring Denzel Washington, Will Patton, and the late Hayden Panettiere, Remember the Titans is a beautiful story about overcoming adversity.
You’ve Got Mail (1998)
Rated: PG | Run Time: 1h 59m
Where to Watch: Paramount+
Anyone else instantly become Kathleen Kelly the moment you see a fall leaf? You’ll want to watch You’ve Got Mail, starring the ‘90s rom-com *it* couple, Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. An independent bookstore owner is up against a large bookstore chain and needs to save her business. Little does she know that the man she becomes pen pals with is the same person who’s connected to the very bookstore she’s competing with.
More Fall Movies for Tweens
- Wicked — PG (2024)
- The Chronicles of Narnia — PG (2005)
- James and the Giant Peach — PG (1996)
- The Princess Bride — PG (1987)
- Little Women — PG (2019)
- October Sky — PG (1999)
- Jumanji — PG (1995)
- The Goonies — PG (1985)
- We Bought a Zoo — PG (2011)
- Penelope — PG (2008)
- Christopher Robin — PG (2018)
- Fantastic Mr. Fox — PG (2009)
The Best Fall Movies for Teens (Ages 13+)
Having a family movie night with teens can be a fun experience. Pick an action-packed mystery or a rom-com you’ve been waiting to introduce to your older kid.
Enola Holmes (2020)
Rated: PG-13 | Run Time: 2h 3m
Where to Watch: Netflix
When her mother mysteriously vanishes on her 16th birthday, Enola Holmes—the younger sister of the famous Sherlock Holmes—must become a super sleuth overnight. Now is the perfect time to watch this film and its sequel! The third Enola Holmes movie is out now and features our favorite detective as her plans to get married are threatened by her older brother’s disappearance.
Knives Out (2019)
Rated: PG-13 | Run Time: 2h 4m
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Dive into a murder mystery this autumn in Knives Out. This film has all the components of an autumn aesthetic: the foliage, the sweaters, and the moody vibes.
Julie & Julia (2009)
Rated: PG-13 | Run Time: 1h 35m
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Get in the autumnal mood by streaming Julie & Julia. Journalist Julie Powell is inspired by culinary queen Julia Child to take on French cooking.
When Harry Met Sally (1989)
Rated: R | Run Time: 1h 31m
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Harry (Billy Crystal) and Sally (Meg Ryan) first meet in college and don’t exactly hit it off. They meet again in a bookstore 10 years later and, at the urging of their best friends, attempt to be friends without ever crossing a romantic line. The scene where Harry and Sally are walking through Central Park is an iconic autumn moment in the movie. It’s a romantic comedy for an older teen.
- My Oxford Year — PG-13 (2025)
- Practical Magic — PG-13 (1998)
- Twilight — PG-13 (2008)
- The Proposal — PG-13 (2009)
- The Hobbit — PG-13 (2012)
- The Lord of the Rings — PG-13 (2001)
- Mona Lisa Smile — PG-13 (2003)
- Stepmom — PG-13 (1998)
- The Lake House — PG (2006)
- Dead Poet’s Society — PG (1989)
- Pride and Prejudice — PG (2005)
- Mrs. Doubtfire — PG-13 (1993)
- Meet the Parents — PG-13 (2000)
- Good Will Hunting — R (1997)
FAQs
What makes a movie feel like a fall movie?
Movies that are considered ‘fall movies’ have autumnal scenes, cozy settings, and seasonal activities, even if fall isn’t the main focus of the plot.
Where can I watch family-friendly fall movies?
Streaming services like Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Peacock, and Paramount+ house family-friendly fall movies. Some streaming services rotate films into their library depending on the season.
What are the best fall movies to watch with kids who don’t like scary movies?
For toddlers, watch The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. Younger kids will enjoy watching Paddington. For tweens, watch Remember the Titans. And teens might enjoy movies like Pride and Prejudice or Meet the Parents.
Are there any non-Halloween fall movies for kids?
Yes, non-Halloween fall movies are ones that include back-to-school adventures, football, highlight the fall season, or have cozy settings.
Patty Schepel, Associate Editor
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