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The Billboard Family Hits of the Week compiles what’s new and worth your family’s time in music, movies, TV, books, games and more. Forget the mind-numbing scrolling and searching “what to watch for family movie night” … again. The best in family entertainment each week is all in one place, in this handy guide. Isn’t it satisfying to cross something off your list?
Tricks and treats! Just before Halloween, Netflix and Disney+ are bringing spooky specials to families and highly-anticipated new releases from two pop stars that are household names.
First, queue up a Halloween marathon for your kids to set the mood for the holiday — and to keep things festive while you’re likely catching up with what needs to be done before Oct. 31, like the finishing touches on costumes, or pivoting completely when when your little one changes their mind last-minute. Consider this a reminder to confirm trick-or-treating plans with friends. Stock up on candy, or whatever your family prefers to have and hand out for Halloween. Don’t forget a costume for yourself, or it’ll be another year wearing a witch hat for you, too. New on this family’s radar this week is Netflix special Sing: Thriller. Let’s see how the popular children’s movie franchise mixes in the ultimate pop classic.
Also ahead of Halloween, catch the premiere of Olivia Rodrigo‘s Guts World Tour concert film on Netflix. Whether you kind of regret missing her tour (it’s me, hi!) or want to experience it again with your family, it’ll be a chance to take in the show with kids of all ages, wrapped in blankets while singing along in your own living room.
On the eve before All Hallows’ Eve, the spin-off of Selena Gomez‘s Wizards of Waverly Place, known as Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, finally arrives on Disney+. Parents who remember the original series can see where nostalgia takes them.
Find out more about this week’s top picks in the Billboard Family Hits of the Week: