Top 10 Fall Movies to Watch This Season

As always, this is based entirely on my tastes and completely subjective and tied to my personal preferences, but boy do I have a list for you of top-notch fall movies to watch this season—get ready for epic vibes and gorgeous autumnal backdrops!

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I’ve always believed there’s nothing quite like the crisp air, rustling leaves, and that special cinematic magic that only autumn can bring. From cozy dramas to spine-tingling thrillers, fall films have a way of wrapping us in warmth and suspense all at once.

As always, this is based entirely on my tastes, but I’m excited to share my top 10 fall movies that capture everything I love about this season!

01 WHEN HARRY MET SALLY (1989)

I absolutely love how this romantic classic paints New York in breathtaking autumn hues—boy, the foliage alone is a recommended watch! I’m pretty sure no one does charming banter better than Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, and you are in for a treat. As always, this is based entirely on my tastes, but you should definitely check out the iconic café scene.

02 SLEEPY HOLLOW (1999)

Here we have Tim Burton’s superb gothic masterpiece that fits fall vibes like a glove—gorgeous misty forests and haunting atmosphere! I’m damn biased, but Johnny Depp’s Ichabod Crane gives me chills every time. You are free to disagree with me, but this is one spooky, seasonal thrill ride.

03 GOOD WILL HUNTING (1997)

I’ll be honest, I tear up every autumn when I revisit this wonderful drama—that Boston campus in fall is epic.

Matt Damon and Robin Williams deliver performances that are definitely worth watching. That being said, you should definitely check out the bench monologue scene.

04 HOCUS POCUS (1993)

Let’s be real, this is my go-to for cozy Halloween nights—excellent witchy fun and catchy sing-alongs!

Bette Midler’s Winifred Sanderson is downright legendary, and the Sanderson sisters’ antics are damn hilarious. As a side note, you are free to disagree with me, but it’s a masterpiece of fall fun.

05 SEVEN SAMURAI (1954)

Much like a crisp autumn morning, Kurosawa’s epic feels gorgeous and sweeping—definitely an amazing watch in a cozy blanket. I may be weird for choosing a samurai movie, but you should definitely experience the camaraderie and epic battles.

Completely subjective and tied to my personal preferences, but you are in for a cinematic treat.

06 SWEET NOVEMBER (2001)

Okay, hear me out: this tearjerker set in San Francisco’s fall fog is wonderful and superb romance territory.

Keanu Reeves and Charlize Theron have such top-notch chemistry—boy, do I have feelings! As always, this is based entirely on my tastes, but it’s definitely worth watching if you’re in the mood for sentimental vibes.

07 THE WITCH (2015)

Thanks to this breathtaking folk-horror gem, you’ll be rooted in 1630s New England’s autumnal woods. It’s damn creepy, and Anya Taylor-Joy is mesmerizing as Thomasin.

You should definitely check out this slow-burn scare for your fall movie marathon.

08 GOODFELLAS (1990)

Of course, a crime epic doesn’t scream fall at first glance, but the golden leaves of New York skyline in Michael Mann’s world are gorgeous—a recommended watch!

Scorsese’s pacing is excellent, and the crew’s fall escapades make for an epic backdrop. You are free to disagree with me, but this is a fall favorite.

09 HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE (2001)

As a side note, Hogwarts in early fall is magical—leaves swirling around the castle are downright amazing.

I’m definitely biased, but boy the sense of wonder and cozy common room scenes are stuff dreams are made of. You should definitely experience this one again under a warm blanket.

10 KISS THE GIRLS (1997)

That being said, this thriller’s North Carolina blues and fall woods add a superb layer of tension—Morgan Freeman is as excellent as ever. It’s a damn good cat-and-mouse game, and the fall setting amplifies the suspense.

Completely subjective and tied to my personal preferences, but it’s something you should experience.

All set, man—these picks are damn amazing and perfect for cozying up this fall! Thanks to crisp leaves and cinematic magic, you are in for a treat. What do you think? Let me know down below!

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