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6 Halloween Movies For People Who Prefer Laughs Over Screams

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October rolls around, and suddenly everyone expects you to enjoy jump scares and creepy crawlies.

But what if you want the spooky season vibes without the nightmares? Luckily, plenty of Halloween films deliver festive fun, magical mischief, and just enough Halloween spirit to get you in the mood without keeping you up at night.

1. Hocus Pocus

Hocus Pocus
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Who knew three resurrected witches could be so hilarious? When a teenage boy accidentally brings back a trio of Salem witches on Halloween night, chaos and comedy ensue.

Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy steal every scene with their over-the-top antics and ridiculous spell-casting. You’ll laugh at their confusion with modern technology while enjoying the perfect Halloween atmosphere without a single genuine scare.

2. The Addams Family

The Addams Family
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Ever met a family that makes your relatives look totally normal? Welcome to the wonderfully weird world of Gomez, Morticia, and their delightfully dark children.

Watching them celebrate everything macabre while remaining genuinely loving toward each other is pure entertainment. Their deadpan humor and bizarre hobbies create laugh-out-loud moments that prove being different is actually pretty awesome, especially during spooky season.

3. Ghostbusters

Ghostbusters
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Imagine starting a business where you literally catch ghosts for a living. Bill Murray leads a ragtag team of paranormal investigators who tackle supernatural problems with sarcastic one-liners and questionable scientific methods.

When a giant marshmallow man threatens New York City, you know you’re in for something special. Witty dialogue and creative ghost designs make every scene entertaining without relying on actual horror.

4. Casper

Casper
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Not all ghosts want to haunt you. Some just want friendship and maybe a chance at being alive again.

When a teenage girl moves into a haunted mansion, she befriends the loneliest ghost you’ll ever meet. While Casper’s uncles provide slapstick comedy and mischief, the heart of the story focuses on acceptance and kindness. You might even shed a happy tear alongside your giggles during this surprisingly touching Halloween tale.

5. Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice
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Calling on a bio-exorcist sounds like a terrible idea, and it absolutely is. When a recently deceased couple needs help scaring away their home’s new occupants, they summon the wildest ghost imaginable.

Michael Keaton delivers an unforgettable performance as the crude, chaotic spirit who takes things way too far. Weird visuals, quirky humor, and Tim Burton’s signature style create something wonderfully strange without being genuinely frightening.

6. The Nightmare Before Christmas

The Nightmare Before Christmas
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What happens when Halloween’s biggest celebrity gets bored with his holiday? Jack Skellington stumbles into Christmas Town and decides to take over the whole operation with predictably disastrous results.

Tim Burton’s stop-motion masterpiece blends spooky aesthetics with catchy songs and heartfelt storytelling. Watching Halloween creatures attempt Christmas traditions creates comedy gold. You’ll find yourself humming the tunes long after the credits roll, no nightmares required.

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