Spooky Fun for the Whole Family: The Best Kid-Friendly Halloween Shows on Hulu

If you are a parent looking to get your kids into the Holiday spirit with some family-friendly movies and shows, you might be surprised to find that Hulu has quite a few options suitable for all ages. Keep reading for a list of surefire winners.

Solar Opposites

Solar Opposites is a long-running show on Hulu that’s quite popular for a number of reasons, including its many holiday specials, including two Halloween specials (one releasing on October 10). It offers up plenty of humor and a little spooky fun as one character deals with the Spirit of Halloween taking over his life.

Madagascar: A Little Wild - A Fang-Tastic Halloween

Madagascar: A Little Wild - A Fang-Tastic Halloween is great for smaller children and the entire family. It follows Marty the Zebra and his friends in the Central Park Zoo as they prepare for Halloween. It’s a lighthearted and entertaining Halloween-themed that combines humor with a gentle message of friendship and confronting your fears.

Monster Family

Both Monster Family and Monster Family 2 are available on Hulu, and October is the best time of the year to watch these family-friendly gems. In the first one, the Wishbone family is transformed into classic monsters like Frankenstein and Dracula, and they need to work together to return to normal. In the second, they return as monsters to rescue their friends from a mysterious villain. Both films emphasize family, friendship, and fun Halloween adventure.

Edward Scissorhands

Edward Scissorhands is a 1990 fantasy film directed by Tim Burton. The story revolves around Edward, an artificial man with scissors for hands, who a suburban family takes in. his abilities fascinate the small town at first, but that quickly turns to fear. While not a traditional Halloween movie, its gothic atmosphere and Burton’s iconic dark fantasy style make it a popular watch during the spooky season.

Fright Krewe

Frighr Crew is a great option when you are looking for a horror series for a young audience. It follows a group of misfit teens in New Orleans who accidentally unleash an ancient and evil spirit. To stop the rising evil, they must band together, using their newfound powers, and embrace the local lore and supernatural elements of their city. It’s perfect for Halloween, with a mix of humor and spooky adventure.

Scared Shrekless

Scared Shrekless is a Halloween-themed special featuring Shrek and his friends. In the episode, Shrek challenges his friends—Donkey, Fiona, Puss in Boots, and others—to spend the night in the abandoned Lord Farquaad’s castle and tell the scariest stories. As they take turns sharing spooky tales, things get hilariously out of hand. It’s a great episode for small children, with plenty of laughs and mild scares.