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Spooky movies that aren't actually scary
Some of us want the pumpkins, the fog and the cobwebs without lying awake afterward. This is the October shelf for exactly that: gothic and grinning rather than grim, more costume than carnage. Good for a family night, a low-key party, or anyone who likes the season more than the genre.
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The shows that belong here too


Over the Garden Wall
2014 · 1 season · Cartoon Network
★ 8.7mystery · sci-fi & fantasy · animationPrime VideoHulu
Every title above links to its kindred spirits. Find the one you love, then follow the thread. Or browse the mood behind this shelf: whimsical, playful, atmospheric.
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