It's time for black cats, witches' hats, and the best scary movies for preteens. If you're looking for not-so-scary Halloween movies that you and your not-so-little kids can enjoy together this spooky season, our editors have handpicked lists of our favorite family frights. Check out our picks for the best scary films, and learn which ones have just the right amount of eeek! for your family.

Common Sense Media isn't just the place to find scary movies for preteens. We also rate and review thousands of movies according to child developmental criteria recommendations from some of the nation’s leading authorities. We take into account movie messages, role models, violence, language, and more. Our editors then handpick lists of the best movies -- including scary ones -- according to overall quality and age-appropriate content.