Cabinscape Staff Picks:
What We’re Watching This Spooky Season
Cozy classics, chilling thrillers, and everything in between.
This Halloween season, we’re sharing a few movies our team has on their watchlist. From nostalgic favourites that feel like a warm hug, to spine-tingling thrillers that’ll have you second-guessing every noise outside, there’s something here for every kind of movie lover. So grab the popcorn, get comfortable, and find your next movie-night pick.
FOR THE COZY HALLOWEEN LOVERS
Hocus Pocus
1 (1993) & 2 (2022)
The Nostalgic
Favourite
Is it even Halloween if you haven’t watched the Sanderson sisters cause a little chaos in Salem? Full of witchy humour, magic, and nostalgia, these are the kinds of movies you can watch year after year and never get tired of.
The vibe: Cozy blankets, Halloween candy, and a little childhood nostalgia.
BeetleJuice
BeetleJuice (2024)
The Quirky
Halloween Pick
Everyone’s favourite mischievous ghost is back! This long-awaited sequel brings us right back into Tim Burton’s wonderfully weird world, complete with eccentric characters, spooky humour, and plenty of supernatural surprises.
The vibe: A playful Halloween night with just the right amount of weird.
Practical Magic
1 (1998) & 2 (2026)
The Ultimate
Fall Comfort Movie
Witches, sisterhood, romance, and a dreamy old house? Say less. There’s a reason this movie makes its way onto fall watchlists year after year. It’s whimsical, a little spooky, and full of the kind of magic that makes you want to slow down and embrace the season.
The vibe: A warm drink, your coziest sweater, and a rainy autumn afternoon.
FOR THE THRILL SEEKERS
Sinners (2025)
The Modern
Horror Favourite
Set in 1930s Mississippi, this supernatural thriller follows twin brothers returning to their hometown, only to discover that something sinister is waiting. Blending music, history, and vampire horror, it’s an unforgettable watch.
The vibe: Atmospheric, intense, and perfect for someone looking for something different from the usual horror film.
A Quiet Place: Day One (2024)
The Edge-of-Your-Seat
Pick
Imagine a world where making the slightest sound could put your life in danger. This prequel takes audiences back to the terrifying beginning of an alien invasion, pairing heart-pounding tension with a surprisingly emotional story.
The vibe: Hold your breath, turn down the volume, and prepare for suspense.
Weapons (2025)
The Mystery That Stays With You
When an entire classroom of children mysteriously disappears on the same night, a small community is left searching for answers. Unsettling, unpredictable, and packed with twists, this is one for viewers who love piecing together a mystery.
The vibe: Best watched with someone who doesn’t mind you asking, “What is happening?” every ten minutes.
FOR THE BRAVE SOULS
Because apparently being in the woods wasn’t spooky enough.
The Cabin in the
Woods (2011)
The Obvious
Cabin Pick
A group of friends heads off for a weekend getaway at a remote cabin. What could possibly go wrong?
We won’t spoil the surprises, but this clever horror favourite turns the classic cabin-in-the-woods storyline completely upside down. It’s funny, frightening, and a little too fitting for a getaway surrounded by trees.
The vibe: The perfect movie if you enjoy laughing at the fact that you’re watching a cabin horror film from inside an actual cabin.
The Blair Witch
Project (1999)
The One That Makes the
Woods Feel Different
Three filmmakers venture into a forest to investigate a local legend, only to find themselves hopelessly lost and increasingly terrified.
It’s proof that sometimes what you don’t see is far scarier than what you do.
The vibe: For the truly fearless. Maybe save this one for the last night of your stay.
Nosferatu
(2024)
The Gothic
Horror Pick
Dark, haunting, and visually stunning, this reimagining of the vampire classic delivers the kind of creeping dread that stays with you long after the credits roll.
The vibe: A stormy evening, low lighting, and absolutely no plans to venture outside afterward.
FOR A FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
Goosebumps (2015)
The Family Adventure
When monsters from R.L. Stine’s famous stories escape into the real world, things get wildly out of hand. Packed with humour, adventure, and familiar creatures, this one is a fun introduction to spooky season for older kids.
The vibe: Popcorn, plenty of laughs, and everyone piled together under one big blanket.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
The Halloween-Meets-Christmas Classic
Jack Skellington’s adventure beyond Halloween Town is equal parts spooky, charming, and heartwarming. Whether you consider it a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie, we think it deserves a spot on the fall watchlist.
The vibe: A little magic, a few catchy songs, and a movie the whole family can enjoy.
Hotel Transylvania (2012)
The Monster-Filled Family Favourite
Who says monsters have to be scary? When Dracula’s plans for a peaceful getaway at his monster-only hotel are interrupted by an unexpected human visitor, hilarious chaos follows. Packed with lovable characters, silly humour, and just the right amount of Halloween fun, this animated favourite is perfect for a family movie night.
The vibe: Cozy blankets, a big bowl of popcorn, and plenty of laughs for the whole family.
YOUR SPOOKY MOVIE NIGHT, CABINSCAPE STYLE
You don’t need much to make a fall evening memorable.
A few favourite snacks. Something warm to drink. A cozy blanket. Your favourite person (or four-legged companion) beside you. And perhaps the best part? Trading the usual distractions for a slower evening surrounded by nature.
Our off-grid cabins are made for moments like these. The kind where you can settle in, unplug from the everyday, and enjoy doing absolutely nothing for a little while.
A little cabin movie-night tip: Because our cabins are off-grid and connectivity varies, we recommend downloading your movies ahead of time and bringing a fully charged device. That way, all you have to worry about is choosing what to watch.
READY FOR YOUR OWN COZY FALL ESCAPE?
Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend, a family adventure, or a much-needed getaway with friends, fall is one of our favourite times to escape to the woods.
Colourful landscapes, crisp mornings, quiet evenings, and a cozy cabin waiting for you at the end of the day.
Sounds like the perfect setting for your next movie night, doesn’t it?
