13 Classic Fall Movies To Watch As The Leaves Change

As the weather cools down and it starts getting darker earlier, you might find yourself wanting to stay in and snuggle while watching a movie. Grab some essential fall snacks like cider and donuts and start going through this list of classic fall films. Here are some of the best fall movies to watch this year (and every year). 1. Dead Poets Society We really miss Robin Williams. This was one of his best movies. Set in the fall, the movie follows an English Teacher played by Williams as he inspires his students through poetry. It is inspiring, dramatic, and even humorous. It was released in 1989 and has won several awards, including an Oscar. 2. When Harry Met Sally If you're into cuddling and watching a romantic comedy, When Harry Met Sally is a classic. Also released in 1989, it was a love story set in New York City. Feel nostalgic as they walk through autumn leaves in Central Park. 3. You've Got Mail If you're really into romantic comedies, watch You've Got Mail next. It is kind of hilarious to see the technology from this time. The movie was released in 1998 and also set in New York City. If you're wondering why this is fall-related, just read this quote from the movie: "Don't you love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." 4. Scent of a Woman In this 1992 drama starring Al Pacino, a prep school student gets a job watching over a blind man and learns life lessons. The movie poster shows a fall landscape and the movie is set in the fall with Thanksgiving looming. Haven't seen your favorite fall movie yet? Keep reading on the NEXT page! 5. St. Elmo's Fire Filmed in Washington D.C. in the fall, there are so many beautiful scenes of car rides through falling leaves and everyone in 1980s fall attire. This movie came out in 1985 and featured big names like Rob Lowe, Emilio Estevez, Judd Nelson, and Demi Moore. 6. Fly Away Home If you're looking for a family-friendly flick, try Fly Away Home. It follows a father-daughter duo who helps orphaned geese fly away for the winter. It is a feel-good fall movie that was released in 1996. 7. Good Will Hunting Good Will Hunting is another essential fall and Robin Williams movie. Williams helps Matt Damon's character find his calling and much of the movie is set in fall in New England. This film came out in 1997 and a lot of it was set at Harvard's beautiful campus. 8. Rudy Another great family film from the 1990s, especially if your family loves football. Rudy was always told he was too small to excel at football, but he dreams of playing for Notre Dame. Football is such an essential fall activity, therefore movies about football feel very connected to fall too. Keep reading on the NEXT page! 9. Practical Magic If you're ready for Halloween but don't like scary movies, try this 1998 movie about witches. Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, the movie focuses on two witches who have a curse on them that prevents them from finding love. 10. Hocus Pocus Another movie that you basically have to watch every Halloween. Watch it for the gorgeous scenes of fall in New England and the funny antics of the Sanderson Sisters. 11. Love Story Even if you haven't seen the movie Love Story, you've likely heard the famous quote from the movie, "Love means never having to say you're sorry." This movie is from 1970 and was filmed at Harvard with all of the amazing fall foliage. Keep reading on the NEXT page! 12. Autumn in New York The reason this movie is on the list is right in the title(and Richard Gere)! It is another movie that makes us want to visit Central Park in the fall. However, get ready to grab the tissues because this love story definitely has some sad scenes. It is about a playboy who falls for a terminally ill woman. 13. October Sky Another awesome fall movie from the 1990s. This is a great family movie inspired by a true story. It is the story of Homer Hickam, who took up rocketry after seeing the Sputnik launch. You'll also see a lot of October sunsets. Which movies are your favorites on this list? Which ones will you watch soon? If you enjoyed this article, please SHARE with your friends who are looking for fall movie suggestions!