Sources- The Pioneer Woman
Pride & Prejudice– The historical romantic drama includes scenery perfectly reminiscent of the fall season as it follows Mr. Darcy who reluctantly falls for Elizabeth Bennett, a woman beneath his class. Can the two put aside their differences for love?
Stuck in Love– The cozy Thanksgiving scenes throughout this movie are enough to classify it as a fall film in our books! It tells the story of an acclaimed writer, his ex-wife, and their two teenage children as all of them navigate different versions and complexities of love in their own lives.
Fantastic Mr. Fox– A fall movie the entire family will enjoy, this animated tale follows Mr. Fox as he slips back into his sneaky ways, breaks his promise to his wife, and robs the farmers who live next door. Now that he has endangered his marriage and his animal friends, he must rely on his craftiness to return his community to safety.
Hocus Pocus– While Hocus Pocus is a beloved Halloween film, it can also be watched as soon as the leaves start to change. The magical movie follows teen Max Dennison, who just moved to Salem with his family. When Max, his sister Dani, and his crush Allison accidentally free a coven of witches, they must spend Halloween putting a stop to their wicked ways before the trio of witches become immortal.
Wuthering Heights– Just as dark, atmospheric, and mystifying as the classic gothic novel by Emily Brontë, this adaptation of Wuthering Heights explores themes of love, revenge, trauma, and mental illness when a young boy named Heathcliff is taken in by the Earnshaw family where he develops an intense relationship with his young foster sister, Cathy.
Coraline– While exploring her new home, a little girl named Coraline stumbles upon a secret door that leads her to an alternate world which mirrors her own, only better. But when things turn sour and the Other Mother tries to trap Coraline, she must fight to make it back to her real family.
October Sky– This true story focuses on Homer Hickman, a teenage boy in the 1950s whose passion for science and space consumed his every thought while in school. Luckily for him, he had the support of a caring teacher.
Sweet November– While November is often consumed with preparing for Thanksgiving, that’s not the case for this young guy and girl, who somehow make it an agreement to get into a relationship for the month. What could go wrong?
Little Women– This adaption of Louisa May Alcott’s novel of the same name tells the story of four sisters living in the years post Civil War. There’s lots of romance, drama, and good old-fashioned literature-style gossip to dig into.
Planes, Trains and Automobiles– If you’ve ever traveled during Thanksgiving week, you’ll feel seen. This classic comedy follows Steve Martin and John Candy as two unlikely companions desperate to get home for the holiday, running into every travel mishap possible along the way.
Stepmom– There’s a heart-tugging Thanksgiving dinner scene in this one that will stick with you long after the credits roll. Starring Julia Roberts and Susan Sarandon, it’s equal parts family drama and warm reminder of how precious time together can be.
Annie Hall– This film is full of iconic New York moments, but nothing beats the scenes where Diane Keaton and Woody Allen stroll through Central Park in the fall. It’s witty and so beautifully autumnal you’ll want to grab your own corduroy blazer and walk among the leaves!
Monster House– This animated adventure is just spooky enough for kids without going overboard. When three friends discover the creepy old house in their neighborhood is actually alive, they set out to stop it before Halloween night.
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown– It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown is a classic fall family movie. The word “pumpkin” is literally in the name! And it’s all about Charlie and his crew getting into all sorts of autumnal fun. (Halloween parties, included!)
Casper– Casper is truly the friendliest ghost you’ll ever meet—and this ever-so-lightly spooky movie proves it. Watch as he guides two ghost whisperers on a journey throughout a haunted mansion.
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