Harvest Notes | Movies & Shows to Stream this Fall

Harvest Notes | Movies & Shows to Stream this Fall; The Pursuit of L

Okay, so what even is fall without all the good cozy movies & shows?

Am I right?

I mean, think about it. Let’s really get into the moment.

It’s a rainy October evening & it’s cold outside, You jump into your favorite pjs, put together some comfort snacks, & get lost in a story that fits the mood. Maybe it’s a small-town love story, a cozy mystery, or something just spooky enough to make you grab the blanket a little tighter.

If you’ve been wondering what to watch this season, I’ve gathered fifty cozy favorites, some brand new, others nostalgic classics, all made for slow evenings & flickering screens. 

+ Classic & Timeless Fall Picks

Some stories just feel like fall. They remind us of simpler times. Coffee in paper cups, long walks under golden trees, & the kind of movies that never get old no matter how many times you’ve seen them.

When Harry Met Sally

1989

New York love story, cozy city nights

Prime Video, Apple TV

You’ve Got Mail

1998

Small bookstores, fall in NYC

HBO Max

Dead Poets Society

1989

Autumn in New England, reflection

Disney+

Practical Magic

1998

Witchy sisterhood, October energy

Hulu

Hocus Pocus (1 & 2)

1993/2022

Nostalgic Halloween classic

Disney+

The Notebook

2004

Romantic & emotional

Netflix

Autumn in New York

2000

Moody romance, golden leaves

Paramount+

The Cider House Rules

1999

Thoughtful, rural setting

Prime Video

Fantastic Mr. Fox

2009

Whimsical, autumn color palette

Disney+

Gilmore Girls

2000

Cozy small-town comfort show

Netflix

Over the Garden Wall

2014

Animated whimsy & warmth

Hulu

What Women Want

2000

Lighthearted rom-com in fall

Apple TV

Good Will Hunting

1997

Introspective & heartfelt

Netflix

Love Story

1970

Vintage romance, autumn setting

Prime Video

+ Cozy Mysteries & Spooky Season Faves

Not everything about fall is soft & sentimental. There’s a certain thrill in a little mystery. Something moody & unexpected that keeps you guessing. These are perfect for cool, crisp nights when you’re in the mood for a twist, a ghostly whisper, or a bit of magical chaos.

Knives Out

2019

Modern whodunit with cozy vibes

Netflix

Only Murders in the Building

2021

Smart, funny, New York mystery

Hulu

Clue

1985

Classic comedic mystery

Prime Video

The Village

2004

Eerie, autumn woods aesthetic

Hulu

The Fall

2006

Moody, atmospheric storytelling

Mubi

The Strangers: Chapter 2

2025

Spooky sequel for October

HBO Max

Bring Her Back

2025

New A24 horror for spooky season

HBO Max

Frankenstein

2025

Big-screen gothic reboot

Netflix

Black Rabbit

2025

Psychological mystery

Apple TV

Charmed (Original Series)

1998

Witchy, magical, nostalgic fall vibes

Peacock/Paramount+/Prime Video

Death Becomes Her

1992

Campy, darkly comedic, slightly eerie

Peacock/Apple TV/Prime Video

The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

2018

Dark, witchy, perfect for spooky season

Netflix

Riverdale

2017

Eerie, small-town, fall aesthetic with mystery & drama

Netflix

+ Feel-Good & Romantic Rewatches

For the nights you want something easy, familiar, or heartwarming, these are the films that feel like comfort food for the soul. They make you laugh, maybe tear up, but always leave you feeling a little lighter.

Silver Linings Playbook

2013

Healing, love, & second chances

Prime Video

A Beautiful Night in the Neighborhood

2019

Uplifting & reflective

Hulu

Virgin River

2019

Wholesome, slow-living series

Netflix

Sweet Magnolias

2020

Cozy southern charm

Netflix

Heartstopper

2022

Gentle & heartwarming

Netflix

Mean Girls

2004

Comfort classic, fall-school-season energy

Paramount+/Apple TV/Prime Video

The Great British Baking Show

Ongoing

Comfort TV perfection

Netflix

The Notebook

2004

A must-watch fall romance

Netflix

French Lover

2025

New romantic release

Prime Video

The right movie is only half the magic. The rest is in the setup. A candle flickering nearby, a cozy blanket, the smell of cinnamon in the air. My fall movie nights always include:

  • A mug of chai or hot cider
  • A soft throw blanket & fuzzy socks
  • Something sweet or salty to snack on
  • Dim lighting & maybe a window cracked open to let that crisp air in

It’s less about what you’re watching & more about how it feels to just be in the moment.

Whether you love rewatching old favorites or finding the next big thing, I hope this list helps you make the most of fall’s cozy evenings. There’s something special about slowing down, pressing play, & letting a story take you away for a while.

What’s on your fall watchlist this year?

Share your go-tos in the comments or tag me on Instagram when you press play! I love seeing your cozy setups.

Ciao, babes!

– L

xx

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