Screentime Is About To Be Lit With These Movies Coming To Disney+ And Hulu This October

October is almost here, and the streaming lineup is basically begging parents to hit pause on the “no more screen time” rule. Disney+ and Hulu are rolling out a whole parade of Halloween specials, spooky cartoons, and family favorites, with dates that line up perfectly with trick-or-treat season and cold-weather weekends.

The tricky part is that this is not just one show. Disney+ is dropping everything from “Mickey’s Spooky Stories” and “Witches: The Truth Behind the Trials” to “Spookiz: The Movie” and “ZOMBIES: The Re-Animated Series,” then keeps going with “Dino Ranch” and “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” before the month is even over. Meanwhile, Hulu is stacking complete seasons of “Survivor,” “CSI: Miami,” and “The Amazing Race,” plus a long list of movies like “Barbarian” and “Annabelle Comes Home,” meaning the family debate starts the second the remote comes out.

So yeah, the calendar just turned into a battle plan, one episode at a time.

We're kicking off with Disney+

October 1

• “Incredible Dr. Pol The Grand Finale”

October 2

• “Mickey’s Spooky Stories” (S1, 5 episodes)

• “The Simpsons” (Season 35, 18 episodes)

October 3

• “Witches: The Truth Behind the Trials” (S1, 6 episodes)

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October 4

• “Shortstober with Big City Greens”
• “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends” (S3, 5 episodes)
• “Spookiz: The Movie”
• “Ayla & The Mirrors” (New Episodes)

October 5

• “The Biggest Little Farm”

October 7

• “Bluey” Minisodes

October 9

• “Big City Greens” (S4, 1 episode)
• “Mickey Mouse Funhouse” (S3, 6 episodes)
• “ZOMBIES: The Re-Animated Series” (S1, 5 episodes)

October 11

• “Expedition Amazon”
• “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” A New Short from “The Simpsons” (Premiere)

October 15

• “Pupstruction” (S2, 13 episodes)

That’s when “Incredible Dr. Pol The Grand Finale” and “Mickey’s Spooky Stories” kick off on October 1 and 2, and suddenly everyone has a different favorite to claim first dibs on.

With October's arrival, many parents may wonder how to balance screen time with family activities.

On October 16, coming to your screens will be...

• “Kiff” (Halloween special)“Me & Mickey” (Shorts) (S3, 1 episode)

• “Me & Winnie the Pooh” (S2, 1 episode)

• “Playdate with Winnie the Pooh” (Shorts) (S2, 2 episodes)

October 17

• “Seventeen Tour ‘Follow’ Again”

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October 18

• “The Devil’s Climb”
• “LEGO Marvel Avengers: Mission Demolition”

October 19

• “2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame” (Live)

October 23

• “Primos” (S1, 1 episode)
• “SuperKitties” (S2, 4 episodes)

October 25

• “Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band” (Premiere)

October 30

• “Dino Ranch” (S3, 10 episodes)
• “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” (Premiere)

Check out everything coming on Hulu below

October 1

• “The Amazing Race” Complete Seasons 31, 33 and 34

• “America’s Next Top Model” Complete Seasons 11-15

• “CSI: Miami” Complete Seasons 6-10

• “Survivor” Complete Seasons 14-19

• “Undercover Boss” Complete Season 8

• “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” (2012)

• “All My Puny Sorrows” (2021)

• “An American Citizen” (1992)

• “Annabelle Comes Home” (2019)

• “Barbarian” (2022)

• “Beyond JFK: The Question Of Conspiracy” (1991)

• “Birdman Or (The Unexpected Virtue Of Ignorance)” (2014)

• “Blood In” (1993)

• “Bogus” (1996)

• “Cadillac Records” (2008)

• “Celeste and Jesse Forever” (2012)

• “Chasing Papi” (2003)

• “Coco” (En Espanol) (2017)

• “The Dancer Upstairs” (2003)

• “Dashcam” (2021)

• “Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes” (2014)

• “Don’t Say A Word” (2001)

• “Edward Scissorhands” (1990)

• “El Crimen Del Cacaro Gumaro” (2014)

• “The Empty Man” (2020)

• “Evita” (1996)

• “The Fly” (1986)

• “From Hell” (2001)

• “The Happening” (2008)

• “The Hills Have Eyes” (2006)

• “The Hills Have Eyes 2” (2007)

• “The Hitmans Bodyguard” (2017)

• “The Hitmans Wifes Bodyguard” (2021)

• “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” (2022)

• “It’s a Wonderful Knife” (2023)

• “Joy Ride” (2001)

• “Just Wright” (2010)

• “La Cara Oculta” (2011)

• “La Misma Luna (Aka: Under The Same Moon)” (2008)

• “The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part” (2019)

• “The Lego Ninjago Movie” (2017)

• “Long Shot” (2019)

• “Ma” (2019)

• “Miami Rhapsody” (1995)

• “Miss Bala” (2012)

• “Monsters vs. Aliens” (2009)

• “Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993)

• “The New Age” (1994)

• “Nightmare Alley” (2021)

• “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” (2011)

• “Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl” (2003)

• “Planet of the Apes” (2001) 

• “The Princess Bride” (1987)

• “The Purge” (2013)

• “The Purge: Election Year” (2016)

• “Q&A” (1990)

• “Ready or Not” (2019)

• “The Return of Tanya Tucker” (2022)

• “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” (2011)

• “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” (1975)

• “Sideways” (2004)

• “Signs” (2002)

• “Silkwood” (1983)

• “The Sixth Sense” (1999)

• “Stripper” (1986)

• “Sunchaser” (1996)

• “Swimfan” (2002)

• “That Night” (1993)

• “The Curse of La Llorona” (2019)

• “The Warrior’s Way” (2010)

• “Todo Cambia” (2000)

• “Turtle Beach” (1992)

• “Unbreakable” (2000)

• “Underwater” (2020)

• “We Bought a Zoo” (2011) 

• “X-Men: The Last Stand” (2006)

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Then October 3 brings “Witches: The Truth Behind the Trials,” and the vibe shifts from cute spooky to full-on “are we sure this is okay?” in the living room.

This Disney engagement trip drama, with a sister trying to sabotage her sibling’s Disney plans, is peak chaos.

As October ushers in the spooky season, the importance of shared viewing experiences cannot be understated. With Disney+ and Hulu offering a lineup of Halloween-themed films, families and couples have a unique opportunity to create memorable moments together. Engaging in activities like movie nights not only enhances enjoyment but also fosters communication and emotional intimacy, key elements for strengthening relationships.

This October, taking the time to schedule family or date nights around the array of seasonal titles available can lead to greater satisfaction and a deeper emotional connection. With the right film selection, viewers can transform a simple movie night into a cherished tradition that celebrates both the holiday spirit and the bonds shared between loved ones.

Coming on October 2nd are...

• “Last Days of the Space Age” Complete Season 1
• “#TextMeWhenYouGetHome” Complete Season 1
• “101 Fast Foods That Changed The World” Complete Season 1
• “After the First 48” Complete Season 9
• “Ax Men” Complete Seasons 2 and 3
• “Campus Nightmares” Complete Season 1
• “Designing Blind” Complete Season 1
• “Double Divas” Complete Seasons 1 and 2
• “The Eleven” Complete Season 1
• “Evil Up Close” Complete Season 1
• “Flippin’ Sisters!” Complete Season 1
• “The Haunting Of. . .” Complete Seasons 4 and 5
• “THE HAUNTING OF…SPECIALS” Complete Season 1
• “House vs. House” Complete Season 1
• “Jacked: Auto Theft Task Force” Complete Season 1
• “Lost U-Boats of WWI” Complete Season 1
• “My Ghost Story: Caught on Camera” Complete Seasons 1 and 2
• “My Ghost Story: Hauntings Revealed” Complete Season 1
• “My Life As A Gangster Girl” Complete Season 1
• “Pawnography” Complete Season 1
• “Scraps: Parts Uneaten” Complete Season 1
• “Secrets of Polygamy” Complete Season 1
• “Stalked by a Ghost” Complete Season 1
• “Supernatural Sisters” Complete Season 1
• “The Real Wolfman” Complete Season 1
• “The UnXplained” Complete Season 6
• “Tiny House Nation: Family Edition” Complete Season 1
• “Tiny House Nation: Unpacked” Complete Season 1
• “UFO Files” Complete Seasons 1 and 2
• “Undercover: Caught on Tape” Complete Season 1
• “Abracadaver” (2024)

October 3

• “Hold Your Breath” Film Premiere 
• “Witches: Truth Behind the Trials” Series Premiere 
• “Dan Da Dan” Series Premiere (SUBBED & DUBBED)
• “Killer Cases” Complete Season 5

October 4

• “Blood for Dust” (2023)

Coming on October 5th are...

• "American Justice” Complete Season 15 and 16

• “American Murder House” Complete Season 1

• “American Restoration” Complete Seasons 2 and 3

• “The Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters” Complete Season 2

• “Billy the Exterminator” Complete Seasons 2 and 3

• “Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War” Season 3 Premiere (SUBBBED)

• “Cajun Pawn Stars” Complete Season 1

• “Casey Anthony’s Parents Speak” Complete Season 1

• “Demon Lord, Retry! R” Season Premiere (SUBBED)

• “Escaping Evil: My Life in a Cult” Complete Season 1

• “First Blood” Complete Season 1

• “Get Swank’d” Complete Season 1

• “Invisible Monsters: Serial Killers in America” Complete Season 1

• “Manhunters: Fugitive Task Force” Complete Seasons 1 and 2

• “Swamp Mysteries” Complete Season 2

• “Wahlburgers” Complete Seasons 8 and 9

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October 7

• “Solar Opposites: Halloween Special”

October 8

• “What Would You Do?” Season 17 Premiere
• “Black Out” Complete Season 1B (DUBBED)
• “Coroner” Complete Series

October 9

• “La Máquina” Complete Limited Series
• “Scamanda” Series Premiere
• “Accused” Season 2 Premiere

October 10

• “Abbott Elementary” Season 4 Premiere 
• “Expedition Amazon”
• “American Hoggers” Complete Seasons 1 and 2
• “American Pickers” Complete Seasons 22 and 23
• “Ancient MonsterQuest” Complete Season 1
• “Appalachian Outlaws” Complete Seasons 1 and 2
• “Deadly Secrets: The Lost Children of Dozier” Complete Season 1
• “The Family That Slays Together” Complete Season 1
• “Flipping Vegas” Complete Season 2
• “Griselda: The Godmother” Complete Season 1
• “Growing Up Gotti” Complete Seasons 1 and 2
• “Haunted Encounters: Face to Face” Complete Season 1
• “I Love You…But I Lied” Complete Season 3
• “I Solved a Murder” Complete Season 1
• “I Survived . . .” Complete Seasons 6-9
• “I’ll Haunt You When I’m Dead” Complete Season 1
• “Long Island Serial Killer” Complete Season 1
• “Mobsters” Complete Seasons 3-5
• “MonsterQuest: Chasing Bigfoot” Complete Season 1
• “MonsterQuest: Serpentine Creatures” Complete Season 1
• “Ms. Murder” Complete Season 1
• “Murder at the Country Club” Complete Season 1
• “Swamp People” Complete Season 15
• “Triple Digit Flip” Complete Seasons 1 and 2
• “The Grab” (2022) 

Coming on October 11 are

“Mr. Crocket” Film Premiere

“Dragon Ball DAIMA” Series Premiere (SUBBED)

“Aliens In The Attic” (2009)

“Fright Night” (2011)

“Sting” (2024)

October 12

“Celebrity Close Calls” Complete Season 1

“Celebrity Ghost Stories (Classics)” Complete Season 3 and 4

“Celebrity House Hunting” Complete Season 1

“The First 48” Complete Seasons 4, 18-19, 21 and 24

“Interrogation Raw” Complete Season 2

“My Haunted House” Complete Season 3

“My Haunted Vacation” Complete Season 1

“Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal” Complete Season 1-3

“Taking the Stand” Complete Seasons 2 and 3

“The Definitive Guide to the Mob” Complete Season 1

October 13

“Tracker” Complete Season 1

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By October 30, when “Dino Ranch” hits with 10 episodes and “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” premieres, the month ends with the remote still in someone’s hand.

October 14

• “Pancho Villa: El Centauro del Norte” Complete Season 1 
• “Family Guy: Halloween Special”
• “Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest” Season 3 Premiere (SUBBED)

October 15

• “FX’s American Horror Stories” Huluween Event
• “The Three Musketeers – Part I: D’Artagnan”
• “The Three Musketeers – Part II: Milady”

October 16

• “Nemesis” Complete Season 1

October 17

• “Dark Side of the Ring” Complete Season 5
• “Reginald the Vampire” Complete Season 2
• “Butterfly Tale” (2023)

October 18

• “Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara” Documentary Premiere 
• “Rivals” Complete Season 1 
• “The Devil’s Climb”
• “Mayhem!” (2023)

October 19

• “The Lego Batman Movie” (2017)
• “Late Night with the Devil” (2023)

October 21

• “Carved” Film Premiere
• “Beyblade X” Complete Season 1A

October 22

• “What We Do in the Shadows” Season 6 Premiere

October 24

• “Parking Wars” Complete Seasons 1 and 2
• “The Speedway Murders” (2023)

October 25

• “Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band” Film Premiere
• “The Beast Within” (2024)

October 29

• “Bachelor Pad” Complete Season 1

October 31

• “60 Seconds to Sell” Complete Season 1
• “The Best And Worst U.S. Presidents” Complete Season 1
• “Born in the Wild” Complete Season 1
• “Duck Dynasty” Complete Seasons 6 and 7
• “LIVING IN SECRET” Complete Season 1
• “Miracles Decoded” Complete Season 1
• “MysteryQuest (2022)” Complete Season 1
• “Pawn Stars” Complete Season 19
• “Transition of Power” Presidential Legacy: Complete Season 1
• “Washington The Warrior” Complete Season 1

As October ushers in the Halloween season, it presents a perfect opportunity for families to engage in shared viewing experiences that go beyond mere entertainment. The article highlights how streaming platforms like Disney+ and Hulu are capitalizing on the spooky season with a lineup of movies that can spark conversations and strengthen family bonds. By selecting films that resonate with both children and adults, families can turn screen time into a meaningful activity, promoting emotional well-being and fostering deeper connections. This October, as families gather around their screens, they have the chance to create lasting memories while enjoying the diverse selections that cater to the spirit of the season.

The real horror story is how fast October’s Disney+ and Hulu drops can turn into a full-time family schedule.

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