Welcome to a special Halloween edition of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff! This week, Mr. Daps shares his top 5 favorites that can be found on Disney+ during the Halloween season. There are some newer programs included in this list, and some older ones. One was even part of the return of DapsWatch this last week! This is a list that is unique to 2026, as it is a fluid list year by year.
From stop-motion masterpieces to classic Muppet shenanigans to nostalgic 80s terror and 60s live-action throwback gems, this list is explained and explored by Mr. Daps. He shares why these movies and specials make it on this year’s top 5 list of Halloween favorites on Disney+. Along the way, Mr. Daps also shares some stories about his childhood seeing some of these programs. Some honorable mentions are also shared. Alright, let’s get into this list! Check it out and then share what you would have on your top 5 list!
The Top 5 Halloween Offerings:
- Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The ultimate bridge between Halloween and Christmas, Henry Selick’s brilliant direction, and why it’s perfect for Halloween week.
- Muppets Haunted Mansion: Why keeping it simple made this a modern Muppet classic, its love letter to Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion, and why we need a Muppets Jungle Cruise!
- Blackbeard’s Ghost: Nostalgic 1960s live-action Disney magic starring Dean Jones, Suzanne Pleshette, and Peter Ustinov.
- Mr. Boogedy: The 1980s entry-level horror classic that terrified 6-year-old Mr. Daps in Iowa—glowing green capes, gag-gift families, and campy 80s vibes.
- Hocus Pocus: The undisputed champion of 90s Halloween nostalgia, Bette Midler, and why “I Put a Spell on You” remains iconic.
Honorable Mentions:
- Werewolf by Night: Michael Giacchino’s black-and-white MCU homage to 1930s classic monster movies.
- Into the Woods: Autumn fantasy vibes, Stephen Sondheim’s brilliant score, and Broadway magic.
- Haunted Mansion (2023): Why digging into the lore of the Hatbox Ghost, Constance Hatchaway, and Madame Leota made this modern film special.
What would you have on your Top 5 Halloween Favorites on Disney+ list? Of this list, which one is your favorite? Have you seen them all before? Are there any you are going to watch now? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
