The fall season is here, which means it's a great time to wind down and cozy up to a movie. Here is a list of six movies that will get you feeling like leaves are falling and the air is turning crisp.
Undoubtedly a fall classic, this television special features characters from Charles M. Schulz’s “Peanuts” as they celebrate Halloween. Meanwhile, Linus (Christopher Shea) waits all night in a pumpkin patch to see the “Great Pumpkin,” a mythical creature who rises on Halloween to deliver toys to children. While this may not be a full-length movie, it’s a great watch that will get you right into the fall and Halloween spirit. The special provides a lot of nostalgia for those who grew up watching it, but if you’ve never seen it, it’s definitely worth giving it a shot. The television special is available to stream on Apple TV.
“Dead Poets Society” (1989)
A coming-of-age film about the importance of living life to its fullest, “Dead Poets Society” follows Neil Perry (Robert Sean Leonard) and other students at an all-boys preparatory school as their new English teacher, John Keating (Robin Williams), teaches them to change their view on the world and to seize each day. While this film isn’t inherently fall themed, its cozy, heartfelt nature with a deep ending fits the fall aesthetic well. This is a really great choice of movie if you’re looking for something that digs into many different aspects of humanity while also doing a good job at balancing cheery, heartwarming moments with heavier, sadder ones. If you’re looking for something deep and earnest, this is a good movie to watch. The movie is streaming on Hulu.
“When Harry Met Sally…” (1989)
This rom-com tells the story of Harry and Sally through their 12 years of friendship that ultimately leads to something more. Once again, while this film is not necessarily a fall centered film, it has a cozy and sweet aura that is sure to make you feel warm when it’s getting cold outside. A great friends-to-lovers story, “When Harry Met Sally...” has a good mix of light, comedic moments along with some deeper ones as well. If you like rom-coms or if you’re looking for something sweet and lighthearted, this is an excellent film to check out. You can rent or buy the film on movie rental sites including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and YouTube.
“Hocus Pocus” (1993)
A Halloween classic, “Hocus Pocus” takes place after three witches accidentally get resurrected by Max (Omri Katz) on Halloween night. The witches chase down Max and his sister Dani (Thora Birch) to suck their life force and avoid being turned back to dust. While this is more specifically a Halloween movie, it still has strong fall vibes through its setting. The film has a few great laughs but also some spooky moments that are perfect for fans of Halloween. If you’re looking for something to watch with friends or family, this is a good choice to get you in a spooky mood. The movie is available to watch on Disney+.
“Coco” (2017)
This Pixar animated film follows Miguel (Anthony Gonzalez) as he accidentally gets sent to the Land of the Dead and must reconnect with his dead great-great-grandfather in order to return to the Land of the Living. This is a beautiful movie that highlights Día de los Muertos and Mexican culture. The movie is funny, has great songs and a very emotional ending that will surely get you in your feels. Not only is this a good choice for those looking for a fun and profound film about the importance of family, but it’s a great way to celebrate and learn more about Día de los Muertos. The film is streaming on Disney+.
“Knives Out” (2019)
A murder mystery in which the renowned private detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) investigates the death of bestselling author Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer), “Knives Out” is thrilling, funny and twisty. While it isn’t specifically a fall film, it definitely incites feelings of the crisper season. "Knives Out” has a warm color grading which, when paired with the dark academia setting of the Thrombey household and the cold weather, elicits feelings of autumn. If you’re into murder mysteries, this is a great choice to add to your fall watch list. You can watch the film on Amazon Prime Video.
