This is my unofficial fall watchlist. If I'm craving small towns, sweaters, or spooky vibes, this is where I start.I start watching these before fall even begins. They just make me feel like autumn is already here.
Sections
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Cozy and Comforting
Spooky and Supernatural
Mystery and Binge-Worthy
Cozy and Comforting
These are the shows you put on when you want fall without the fear. Think flannel, hot cider, small towns where everyone knows your name, and maybe a little magic thrown in. Nothing here will make you sleep with the lights on. Perfect for a Sunday wh...
Feels like a warm hug. Small-town life with a little magic.
Good Witch (TV Series 2015–2021) - IMDb
My yearly fall comfort show. Small-town life, witty banter, and the coziest autumn aesthetic.
Gilmore Girls (TV Series 2000–2007) - IMDb
So cozy and relaxing. A girl explores a world full of magical creatures.
Hilda (TV Series 2018–2023) - IMDb
Peak autumn vibes. Two brothers wander through a weird and magical forest.
Over the Garden Wall (TV Mini Series 2014) - IMDb
Way funnier than you'd expect. Twins uncover weird mysteries all summer.
Gravity Falls (TV Series 2012–2016) - IMDb
Criminally underrated. A pie maker can bring the dead back to life.
Pushing Daisies (TV Series 2007– ) - IMDb
My original witchy obsession. Three sisters discover they're powerful witches, and no show has topped that theme song since.
Charmed (TV Series 1998–2006)
Spooky and Supernatural
This is the bulk of your list, and honestly, fair. October demands ghosts, witches, and at least one family curse. These shows range from genuinely unsettling to gothic-pretty, so pick your poison depending on whether you want nightmares or just real...
My go-to vampire binge. Romance, vampires, and nonstop drama.
The Vampire Diaries (TV Series 2009–2017) - IMDb
Perfect for spooky season. Wednesday investigates a supernatural mystery at school.
Wednesday (TV Series 2022– ) - IMDb
I love the Halloween atmosphere. A teenage witch tries to balance two worlds.
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (TV Series 2018–2020) - IMDb
One of the best horror shows I've seen. A family is haunted by their past and an old house.
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More romantic than scary. A gothic ghost story set in an old manor.
The Haunting of Bly Manor (TV Mini Series 2020) - IMDb
Totally worth paying attention to. A missing child uncovers a time travel mystery.
Dark (TV Series 2017–2020) - IMDb
Such a weird but addictive show. A detective investigates a small-town murder.
Twin Peaks (TV Series 1990–1991) - IMDb
Never gets old. Two brothers travel the country hunting monsters.
Supernatural (TV Series 2005–2020) - IMDb
The fall vibes are immaculate. The Headless Horseman returns in modern times.
Sleepy Hollow (TV Series 2013–2017) - IMDb
One of the best slow-burn horrors. Strange miracles shake a small island.
Midnight Mass (TV Mini Series 2021) - IMDb
I love the dark academia vibe. A witch and a vampire uncover ancient secrets.
A Discovery of Witches (TV Series 2018–2022) - IMDb
A great October binge. A cursed family falls apart in classic gothic fashion.
The Fall of the House of Usher (TV Mini Series 2023) - IMDb
I got hooked way faster than I expected. A teen ghost investigates her own murder.
School Spirits (TV Series 2023– ) - IMDb
I always have a favorite season. Every season tells a different horror story.
American Horror Story (TV Series 2011– ) - IMDb
Mystery and Binge-Worthy
For when you want plot over atmosphere. These shows hook you with a mystery and don't let go until 2am. Less about the vibes, more about who did it and why you can't stop hitting next episode
So addictive. A survival story with plenty of dark secrets.
Yellowjackets (TV Series 2021– ) - IMDb
Always a fun rewatch. Kids uncover monsters and government secrets.
Stranger Things (TV Series 2016–2025) - IMDb
Perfect if you like mysteries. Ghosts and secrets take over a small town.
Nancy Drew (TV Series 2019–2023) - IMDb
One of my favorite cozy mysteries. Three neighbors start a true crime podcast after a murder.
Only Murders in the Building (TV Series 2021– ) - IMDb
