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Ah, Disney Channel: a hub of nostalgia, entertainment, and endless gags—also home to many of our favorite characters, families, and fantastical worlds. With Halloween just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to revisit certain spine-tingling episodes from some iconic shows.
From ghostly mishaps to costume capers, these special episodes capture the spirit of the season and serve as a reminder of the cherished moments that shaped our childhoods. Here’s a list of must-watch Disney Channel Halloween episodes that deserve a spot on your viewing schedule.
A. N. T. Farm: Season 1 Episode 14, “mutANT Farm”
In this fan-favorite episode, Chyna steps into the “MutANT Program,” where monsters run the school—and humans take a back seat. As she quickly bonds with her new mutant friends, Chyna shakes things up by suggesting the humans join the exclusive “MutANTs Only” Halloween dance, featuring the iconic song “Calling All the Monsters.”
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Wizards of Waverly Place: Season 3 Episode 2, “Halloween”
Every year, the Russo family’s haunted house is a total flop, thanks to Justin’s obsession with safety. When they’re warned the house will be shut down if it’s not scarier, Alex decides to spice things up by summoning three real ghosts from the wizard world.
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Hannah Montana: Season 1 Episode 17, “Torn Between Two Hannahs”
Miley’s mischievous look-a-like cousin, Luann, visits from Tennessee, and while she seems sweet to everyone, Miley is convinced it’s all an act. When Luann traps Miley and impersonates her at a Hannah Montana-themed Halloween party, chaos ensues as Miley races to stop her cousin from exposing her secret identity.
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Gravity Falls: Season 1 Episode 12, “Summerween”
In Gravity Falls’ version of Halloween, “Summerween,” Dipper and Mabel are ready for a night of trick-or-treating fun until Wendy’s offhand comment makes Dipper feel like he’s too old for it. Things take a dangerous turn when a monster, offended by Dipper, demands they collect enough candy by night’s end—or face being eaten.
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Phineas and Ferb: Season 4 Episode 18, “Terrifying Tri-State Trilogy of Terror Part 1 & 2”
In this trilogy of eerie adventures, Candace inadvertently brings her Ducky Momo plushie to life, only for it to become a relentless stalker; Doofenshmirtz grapples with a mysterious Giant Floating Baby Head that grants twisted wishes; and Phineas, Ferb, and their friends face an army of mischievous, malevolent platypuses intent on wreaking havoc in their town.
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Shake it Up: Season 3 Episode 25, “Haunt it Up”
Rocky and CeCe opt for a “Mature-o’ween,” trading trick-or-treating for adult activities like knitting and emotional movies, but quickly regret missing out on the fun and candy. Meanwhile, Flynn, eager to prove he’s not a kid anymore, challenges Ty and Deuce to a scare-off in a supposedly haunted house.
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The Suite Life of Zack and Cody: Episode 1 Season 18, “The Ghost in Suite 613”
After Zack enjoys scaring Cody, London reveals a secret about the ghost in Suite 613, prompting the group to investigate. Though they try to spook Zack with a prank, the real ghost of Irene shows up, leaving Zack and Cody terrified despite her friendly nature.
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Jessie: Season 4 Episode 18, “The Ghostess with the Mostest”
When Jessie insists the Ross kids take their friend Stuart trick-or-treating, he tells them a spooky tale about Abigail, a ghost supposedly after them. As the night unfolds, the kids begin disappearing one by one. Meanwhile, Jessie attends a masquerade party and becomes smitten with a mysterious stranger.
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