Best Fall Movies to Watch Now

The air gets crisp. The sweaters get softer. Your couch gets dangerously magnetic. It’s official—fall movie season has entered the chat. Whether you’re craving back-to-school classics, leaf-crunchy mysteries or a cozy comfort watch you know by heart, we rounded up the best fall movies to make your nights feel warm and a little bit magic.

Pro move for movie-lovers: snap your snack receipts and streaming subscriptions to earn rewards with Fetch. Popcorn, pumpkins, paper towels: if there’s a receipt, there are points, and those Fetch Points can be turned into free gift cards.

What is the perfect fall movie?

There’s no single recipe, but perfect fall movies tend to feel warm, witty and a little nostalgic. Look for stories that pair a steaming mug vibe with a brisk little breeze.

• Back-to-school energy with bookstores, libraries or campuses
• Cozy settings like small towns, New York in sweaters or candlelit kitchens
• Warm color palettes with crunchy leaves, apple orchards, soft lamplight
• Comfort-forward stories with heart, friendship, clever banter or found family
• Light spookiness or twisty mysteries that feel crisp, not grim
• Soundtracks that hum with acoustic guitars, jazz or piano

Back-to-school favorites

Fall is a love letter to new notebooks and big ideas. These campus-core picks deliver pep talks, pranks and a little rebellion.

• Dead Poets Society (1989) — English class as a rallying cry for brave hearts
• Good Will Hunting (1997) — found family, found genius, found courage
• Mona Lisa Smile (2003) — a professor disrupts tradition with curiosity
• Legally Blonde (2001) — pink blazers, sharper minds, courtroom coziness
• School of Rock (2003) — substitute teacher, actual anthem
• 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) — Shakespeare, sarcasm, schoolyard stunt romance
• Rushmore (1998) — extracurriculars, eccentricities, impeccable fall fits

Cozy comfort picks for every mood

These watches are scarf-weather for your soul. Think bookstores, banter, soups simmering on the stove.

• You’ve Got Mail (1998) — New York in sweaters, bookstores, enemies to friends
• When Harry Met Sally (1989) — big-leaf strolls, bigger conversations
• Little Women (2019) — candlelight, sisterhood, ink-stained ambition
• Fantastic Mr Fox (2009) — corduroy animals, apple-cider color palette, sly joy
• Julie and Julia (2009) — stews, butter, dreams and blogs
• Pride and Prejudice (2005) — rain-soaked confessions, fields in fog, piano warmth
• Paddington 2 (2017) — marmalade, manners, hope in a duffel coat
• The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) — daydreams, adventure, quiet courage

Leaf crunchy mysteries and thrillers

When the sun sets earlier, the plot twists hit harder. These are sweater-tightening, gasp-out-loud picks that still feel crisp, not icy.

• Knives Out (2019) — cozy mystery with tart wit and a killer sweater game
• Glass Onion (2022) — splashy sequel with puzzle-box pleasures
• Gone Girl (2014) — pumpkin-spice sharp with a noir bite
• Zodiac (2007) — newsroom grit, pencil shavings, relentless curiosity
• Prisoners (2013) — moral mazes under gray skies
• The Sixth Sense (1999) — a classic whisper of goosebumps
• The Village (2004) — folklore dread and candlelit lore

Family-friendly fall watchlist

Gather the goblins and gourds. These picks bring whimsy, laughs and just the right sprinkle of spooky.

• Hocus Pocus (1993) — campy witches, candy corn chaos, Salem vibes
• The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) — stop-motion perfection across two holidays
• Coraline (2009) — button eyes and brave hearts
• ParaNorman (2012) — a tender tale about courage and compassion
• Coco (2017) — luminous celebration of memory and music
• Hotel Transylvania (2012) — monster mash with giggles
• Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989) — cozy flights and fresh-baked friendship

Availability changes by region and month. If your favorite moved platforms, it might pop back later or be available to rent.

What are the best fall movies on Netflix?

Lineup shifts happen, but Netflix’s fall bench stays strong with originals and seasonal favorites. Here are comfort watches and crisp mysteries that often stream on Netflix in fall or stick around year-round.

• Enola Holmes (2020) — fizzy mystery, Victorian grit, scarf energy
• Enola Holmes 2 (2022) — bigger case, same charming chaos
• Glass Onion (2022) — luxe getaway, layered motives, loopy laughs
• Hubie Halloween (2020) — silly, small-town spooky with heart
• The Half of It (2020) — tender letters, smart teens, sweater weather
• To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018) — sweet notes and cozy corners
• Set It Up (2018) — New York rom-com with coffee-fueled chemistry
• The Dig (2021) — quiet British warmth, muddy boots, big feelings
• Klaus (2019) — gorgeously animated warmth for early chill nights
• Nimona (2023) — sharp, heart-forward adventure with cuddly chaos

Tip: Search Netflix’s “Cozy” or “Fall favorites” rows. New seasonal collections tend to appear in September and October.

What is the coziest movie ever?

We won’t crown one title for the entire internet, but these contenders keep getting nominated in blanket forts everywhere.

• You’ve Got Mail (1998) — bookstore banter, twinkle lights, soup season
• Little Women (2019) — bathes you in lantern glow and sisterly bustle
• Fantastic Mr Fox (2009) — corduroy, cider, banjo strums, clever heists
• Paddington 2 (2017) — pure kindness, gentle jokes, rainy-day warmth
• When Harry Met Sally (1989) — the fall stroll that launched a thousand scarves
• Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989) — toast, tea, the soft hum of growing up
• Pride and Prejudice (2005) — candlelit drawing rooms and long looks
• Enola Holmes (2020) — mystery with manners and mischievous asides
• Set It Up (2018) — meet-cutes plus late-night pizza slices
• The Half of It (2020) — letter-writing, bike rides, gentle courage
• Klaus (2019) — storybook charm with hand-drawn glow
• Always Be My Maybe (2019) — comfort food, second chances, big laughs
• Love in the Villa (2023) — wine, cobblestones, classic rom-com chaos
• Leo (2023) — animated classroom coziness with musical heart

A few underrated fall gems

When you’ve burned through the big hits, try these softly glowing picks.

• The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018) — letters, healing, hearth
• Only Yesterday (1991) — reflective, hand-drawn autumn soul food
• The Lake House (2006) — time-crossed letters with sweater-weather longing
• Finding Forrester (2000) — mentorship, writing, city in a quiet season
• Chef (2014) — comfort food road trip with warm, humming heart
• October Sky (1999) — rockets, resolve, Appalachian leaves

Streaming or renting beyond Netflix

Your perfect fall watch might live on a different service this week. Here’s where categories often land. If it moved, renting for a night is still a very cozy choice.

• Disney Plus — Hocus Pocus, Coco, The Nightmare Before Christmas
• Prime Video — Coraline, Knives Out, classic rom-coms rotate in often
• Max — When Harry Met Sally, Pride and Prejudice and other comfort staples
• Hulu — School of Rock, practical magic of sitcom marathons
• Rental hubs — Apple TV, Google Play, Vudu for quick one-night vibes

Lineups shift by month and region. Search the JustWatch app or your smart TV to find where a title is streaming tonight.

Build the perfect fall movie night

Turn your living room into a tiny theater with a few thoughtful touches. Cozy is a game of details.

• Pick a theme — back-to-school, cozy rom-coms, leaf-crunchy mysteries
• Make a snack board — popcorn plus one sweet, one salty, one surprise
• Dial in the vibe — lamps on low, candles lit, throw blankets within arm’s reach
• Layer the sound — a mellow playlist while you settle in, then hit play
• Invite the group chat — share a short list so everyone gets a say
• Draft the intermission — a tea refill or stretch break at the 60-minute mark

Bonus points for a themed beverage. Hot cider with cinnamon sticks is an easy low-effort option.

Earn more from your movie nights with Fetch

Fetch turns every movie-night purchase into points. Load up on snacks and supplies with in-app offers, connect eReceipts so your Prime Video rentals/purchases (and other digital buys) earn automatically, and watch the points roll in while the opening credits play.

• Redeem offers before you shop: popcorn, candy, chips, soda, paper goods—clip offers in the app to earn big points on movie-night staples.
• Turn on eReceipts: link Amazon to earn on eligible Prime Video rentals/purchases and digital orders; email connections help auto-detect receipts.
• Use Fetch Shop for pickup/delivery: place snack runs through participating retailers and earn points on eligible orders.
• Stack it: combine offers + eReceipts + your in-store paper receipts for maximum points on one movie night.

Fall movie FAQs

How do I pick a movie everyone will love?

Pick a theme, let each person nominate one title and use a quick poll. If the vote ties, go by the shortest runtime. Your blankets will thank you.

What snacks feel most fall?

Popcorn with cinnamon sugar, cheddar popcorn mixed with candy-coated chocolate, apple slices with caramel dip, spiced nuts or a charcuterie board with fig jam. Snap those receipts to earn points.

Do I need a projector for cozy vibes?

Nope. Lower your lamps, nudge your couch closer, toss a throw over the back and you’ve got instant atmosphere. A warm beverage does heavy lifting too.

How do I earn more points on movie nights?

Before you shop, open Fetch to see featured brands and offers. Buy what you need, then snap your receipts. Turn on eReceipts for streaming and digital orders so points show up automatically.

Let Fetch help deliver the fall feels

Fall is a feeling you can press play on. Queue a favorite, light a candle and make every movie night more rewarding. Download Fetch, snap your receipts and watch the rewards roll in.