One thing I noticed after seeing ”The Holdovers” is the glee it filled me with, which only seasonally specific movies, particularly fall, can do. Alexander Payne’s new film screams autumn/winter vibes from its combo of rich and muted ‘70s burnt orange and avocado tones to even its main setting, which sparked an urge to consume more of those cozy-feeling fall films the long nights warrant.

What makes a great fall film? Setting it during October or November certainly helps, but it’s not a requirement. It’s those kinds of movies that make you feel a little cozy or nostalgic, maybe even a little melancholic. Something that has those burnt orange and reds covering its frames.

Something that makes you snuggle down on a chilly night to feel a little less in the dark at 4:30 p.m.

Here are just a few options for your autumnal movie nights:

“When Harry Met Sally” (1989) — A lot about this movie screams fall. The ultimate chunky cable knit sweater as worn by Harry (Billy Crystal) and Sally’s (Meg Ryan) general wardrobe that serves up a vintage autumn in New York. The movie is a classic no matter when you watch it, but it really feels right this time of year. Snuggle up with the nearly timeless (there are a couple of moments that don’t hold up) rom-com perfect for these long nights as cuffing season kicks off. Stream it on Paramount+ or Showtime or rent it from your preferred video-on-demand site.

“Dead Poets Society” (1989) — It seems like any movie about a school fits snugly into that fall feeling, particularly schools in New England. (It’s probably the leaves.) In this case, it certainly helps that the film includes a healthy dose of literature, which pairs well with long nights by firelight. Robin Williams received his first Oscar nomination for a leading role (his second of four total nominations) as the unorthodox, but fervently supportive English teacher who reminds his students, and the audience, to always seize the day, a great reminder this time of year when all you want to do is hibernate. Rent it on your preferred video-on-demand site.

“Practical Magic” (1998) — Halloween may be over, but the witchy vibes can carry on throughout the season with this supernatural romance about two sisters (Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock) who get into the family business of magic when they try to reanimate one of their beaus after he dies. While it’s peak Bullock in her romantic movie streak of the ‘90s, the best part of the movie is the aunts played by Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest. Stream it for free on Pluto or rent it from your preferred video-on-demand site.

“Fantastic Mr. Fox” (2009) — A lot of Wes Anderson films have seasonal inspirations, but none quite fit the fall bill as well as the filmmaker’s first stop-animation film. In the adaptation of the Roald Dahl story, Anderson uses a lot of those rusty tones to bring to life Mr. Fox (George Clooney) and, more specifically, create a stark difference between the critters of the story and the humans who want nothing more than to eradicate them. It’s beautiful to look at and an enticing film to put on in the evening after work. Stream it on Max or rent it from your preferred video-on-demand site.

“Lord of the Rings” (extended editions, 2001-03) — Longer, colder nights mean more time for movie marathons and this one will keep you seated for a while. The three films based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic trilogy are some of the finest book-to-film adaptations made, and the extended editions have more from those books to enjoy on screen. So settle in, order a pizza or two, and get ready for the 11.5-hour mythic journey of a couple of hobbits who have to throw some jewelry into a volcano to save the world. Stream all three films in either the extended or theatrical versions on Max or rent them from your preferred video-on-demand site.

“Planes, Trains and Automobiles” (1987) — One of very few films that is specifically a Thanksgiving movie, focusing on two men (John Candy and Steve Martin) trying to make it to their respective homes by the holiday. It’s both hilarious and full of mishaps and adventures as the two make their way to Chicago from Kansas with a heart-warming conclusion that sneaks up on you in the best way. Stream it on Paramount+ or Showtime or rent it from your preferred video-on-demand site.

“Little Women” (any version) — You can’t go wrong with this classic coming-of-age story of sisterhood and family ties based on Lou/Lousia Alcott’s seminal work. The latest, Greta Gerwig version of the book is incredible and features the best casting of Father March to date (Bob Odenkirk) and the most well-rounded one of Amy (Florence Pugh) — but I can’t ignore the soft spot I have for the 1994 Gillian Armstrong version starring Winona Ryder. Or go further back for the good old 1933 Katharine Hepburn film for a far more condensed, but still good telling. Stream 2019’s version on Starz or 1994’s version on YouTube. Rent 1933’s or 1949’s versions on your preferred video-on-demand site.