15 Spine-Chilling Fall Movies That Will Keep You Up All Night 🍂

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

SAEDNEWS: As the leaves turn and nights get longer, these lesser-known fall films promise chills, thrills, and a perfect seasonal scare. Dare to watch them before bed… if you can.

15 Spine-Chilling Fall Movies That Will Keep You Up All Night 🍂

15 Must-Watch Fall Movies (Non-Horror, IMDB > 6)

Dead Poets Society (1989) – Drama / Coming-of-Age – IMDB: 8.1

Dead Poets Society

Good Will Hunting (1997) – Drama / Romance – IMDB: 8.3

Good Will Hunting (1997)

Little Women (2019) – Drama / Family – IMDB: 7.8

Little Women (2019)

The Secret Garden (1993) – Drama / Family – IMDB: 7.3

The Secret Garden (1993)

When Harry Met Sally (1989) – Romance / Comedy – IMDB: 7.6

When Harry Met Sally (1989)

A Beautiful Mind (2001) – Biography / Drama – IMDB: 8.2

A Beautiful Mind (2001)

Julie & Julia (2009) – Biography / Comedy / Drama – IMDB: 7.0

Julie & Julia

The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014) – Comedy / Adventure – IMDB: 8.1

The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)

The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014) – Drama / Comedy – IMDB: 7.3

The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014)

Midnight in Paris (2011) – Comedy / Fantasy / Romance – IMDB: 7.7

Midnight in Paris (2011)

The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) – Drama / Romance – IMDB: 8.0

The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)

Coco Before Chanel (2009) – Biography / Drama / Romance – IMDB: 7.2

Coco Before Chanel (2009)

Coco Before Chanel (2009)

The Way Way Back (2013) – Comedy / Drama – IMDB: 7.4

The Way Way Back (2013)

The Man Who Invented Christmas (2017) – Biography / Comedy / Drama – IMDB: 7.0

The Man Who Invented Christmas (2017)

About Time (2013) – Drama / Romance / Fantasy – IMDB: 7.8

About Time (2013)

Why These Films Are Perfect for Fall

Autumn’s atmosphere — long nights, misty forests, falling leaves — enhances the tension and eeriness of these films. Each story combines suspense, supernatural elements, and the cozy-spooky feeling unique to the season.

Tips for Watching

  • Watch with dim lighting or a fireplace for maximum immersion.

  • Try a small pumpkin snack or spiced drink to keep the autumn mood.

  • Invite a friend… or don’t. Some films are more frightening when watched alone!

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