Top 10 Family-Friendly Ghost House Films

Description: This classic comedy features Don Knotts as a typesetter who spends a night in a haunted house to prove his bravery, leading to hilarious results.

Fact: The film was a major success for Don Knotts, showcasing his comedic talents.

Description: A recently deceased couple hires a bio-exorcist to rid their home of the new living inhabitants, but things get out of hand with the mischievous Beetlejuice.

Fact: Tim Burton's unique visual style and Michael Keaton's wild performance made this film a cult classic.

Description: While not strictly about a haunted house, the Addams Family's gothic mansion is home to all sorts of supernatural occurrences, making it a fitting addition to this list.

Fact: The film was a box office hit, revitalizing interest in the Addams Family characters and leading to a sequel and an animated series.

Description: While more about witches than ghosts, the Sanderson sisters' house is filled with supernatural elements, making it a fun, family-friendly choice for this list.

Fact: The film has become a cult classic, especially popular during Halloween.

Description: This film introduces us to Casper, a friendly ghost who befriends a young girl, Kat, and helps her deal with her own family issues while trying to find peace for his own spirit.

Fact: The CGI used for Casper was groundbreaking at the time, and the film was one of the first to successfully blend live-action with computer-generated imagery.

Description: Although not exclusively about a haunted house, the Scooby gang often finds themselves in spooky locales, including haunted houses, solving mysteries with a mix of comedy and mild scares.

Fact: The film was a commercial success, leading to a sequel and a direct-to-video series.

Description: Based on the Disney theme park ride, this movie follows a realtor and his family as they encounter ghosts in a mansion they're trying to sell. It's filled with comedic moments and light-hearted scares.

Fact: Eddie Murphy, who stars as the realtor, improvised many of his lines, adding to the film's humor.

Description: This animated film tells the story of three kids who discover that the house across the street is actually a living, breathing monster. It's a perfect blend of adventure and mild horror for younger audiences.

Fact: The film was directed by Gil Kenan, who made his directorial debut with this movie, which was both a critical and commercial success.

Description: This film follows a young boy who moves in with his uncle in a house full of magical secrets and a ticking clock that could end the world.

Fact: The movie is based on a novel by John Bellairs, and features Jack Black and Cate Blanchett in starring roles.

Description: Based on Oscar Wilde's story, this film follows an American family moving into a British castle haunted by a ghost who's been trying to scare people away for centuries.

Fact: The film features a young Neve Campbell in one of her early roles.