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From Ghost‑Chasing to Ghoulish Giggles: Four Must‑Watch Picks for Scooby‑Doo Fans

If you loved the globe‑trotting ghost hunt of The 13 Ghosts of Scooby‑Doo, you’ll want to check out four titles that each capture a different flavor of that spooky‑comedy adventure. From the surreal, modern chase in Julio Torres’ Fantasmas, to the witty, partnership‑driven capers of Psych, the nostalgic chills of Goosebumps, and the ultimate Scooby‑Doo reboot in Mystery Incorporated, these picks span new, classic, audience‑beloved, and thematically spot‑on selections.

Together they illustrate how the genre of mystery‑driven comedy continues to evolve. Fantasmas pushes boundaries with its absurdist, adult‑oriented humor, while Psych proves that clever banter and a faux‑psychic premise can still win hearts. Goosebumps reminds us why the blend of scares and laughs remains a timeless formula for younger viewers, and Mystery Incorporated shows how the original gang can be refreshed for a new generation without losing its core charm. Whether you crave fresh absurdity, clever detective work, nostalgic frights, or a faithful Scooby‑Doo update, this quartet delivers a full spectrum of ghost‑busting entertainment.

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These are the best shows similar to The 13 Ghosts of Scooby-Doo.

Fantasmas

TV Series · 2024

comedy

Julio Torres' Fantasmas offers a modern, off‑kilter comedy adventure that mirrors the supernatural chase of The 13 Ghosts of Scooby‑Doo, but with a surreal New York twist that will delight fans of quirky, genre‑bending humor.

Julio Torres spins a fantastical tale of when he lost a gold oyster earring. In his search to find the precious object, Julio reflects on the offbeat characters he encounters in introspective, often eerie, and always comedic vignettes set in a dreamy, alternate version of New York City.

Psych

TV Series · 2006

drama · comedy · crime

Psych delivers a fan‑favorite blend of comedy and mystery, echoing Scooby‑Doo’s partner‑in‑crime dynamic while swapping ghosts for clever, fake‑psychic sleuthing that keeps the laughs rolling.

Thanks to his police officer father's efforts, Shawn Spencer spent his childhood developing a keen eye for detail (and a lasting dislike of his dad). Years later, Shawn's frequent tips to the police lead to him being falsely accused of a crime he solved. Now, Shawn has no choice but to use his abilities to perpetuate his cover story: psychic crime-solving powers, all the while dragging his best friend, his dad, and the police along for the ride.

Goosebumps

TV Series · 1995

sci_fi_fantasy · mystery · kids

Goosebumps is a nostalgic, kid‑friendly horror series that captures the same spooky‑comedy vibe of the 1980s Scooby‑Doo adventure, offering bite‑sized scares that families have loved for generations.

Anything can turn spooky in this horror anthology series based on the best-selling books by master of kid horror, R.L. Stine. In every episode, see what happens when regular kids find themselves in scary situations, and how they work to confront and overcome their fears.

Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated

TV Series · 2010

animation · mystery · family

Scooby‑Doo! Mystery Incorporated is the closest semantic match, revamping the beloved gang’s ghost‑hunting formula with fresh storytelling and high audience approval, making it the perfect modern companion to the original series.

This incarnation of the popular cartoon series finds Scooby and the gang living in Crystal Cove, a small town with a long history of ghost sightings, monster tales and other mysteries ripe for the sleuths to solve once and for all. But the longstanding Crystal Cove residents, who bank on the town's reputation to attract tourists, are prepared to do what it takes to protect their turf.