- 1Patrick Wilson, Rose Byrne, Barbara HersheyDelving into the realm of supernatural horror, Insidious is a chilling film that masterfully intertwines the ordinary with the eerie. The film centers around Josh (Patrick Wilson) and Renai Lambert (Rose Byrne), who are confronted with an otherworldly force after moving into their new home. Their son Dalton (Ty Simpkins) inexplicably falls into a coma, triggering a series of unsettling events. As the Lamberts desperately seek help to save their son, they cross paths with Elise Rainier (Lin Shaye), a gifted psychic. With her aid, they uncover the bone-chilling truth: their son's spirit is trapped in a dark realm known as 'The Further'. This revelation sets them on a perilous journey, where they must confront malevolent entities to rescue Dalton and reclaim their peaceful lives. Insidious, directed by James Wan, is celebrated for its inventive plot twists and atmospheric tension, making it a standout entry in modern horror cinema.More Insidious
- #43 of 251 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
- #19 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #8 of 106 onThe Best Intelligent Horror Movies
- 2John Gallagher Jr, Kate Siegel, Samantha SloyanIn Hush, Maddie Young (Kate Siegel) is a deaf-mute author, living in isolation. A serene existence in the woods, punctuated by her writing and the companionship of her cat. But tranquillity shatters when a masked intruder (John Gallagher Jr.) invades her solitude. The film, directed by Mike Flanagan, is a thriller that plays on the senses. It's a nightmarish game of cat-and-mouse, where silence isn't just golden; it's survival. Hush treads the line between horror and suspense, immersing viewers into Maddie's silent world while keeping them on edge with its relentless tension.More Hush
- 3Rafe Spall, Rob James-Collier, Arsher AliReuniting after the tragic death of their friend, four college pals set out to hike through the Scandinavian wilderness. A wrong turn leads them into the mysterious forests of Norse legend, where an ancient evil exists and stalks them at every turn.More The Ritual
- #168 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #6 of 10 onFantastically Bizarre Horror Films Now Streaming On Netflix
- #1 of 19 onThe Best Movie Monsters Of The 2010s
- 4Essie Davis, Daniel Henshall, Noah WisemanA chilling venture into the realms of psychological horror, The Babadook is a masterful exploration of grief and fear. Amelia (Essie Davis), a widowed mother, struggles to manage her troubled son Samuel's (Noah Wiseman) nightmarish visions of a monster he believes is coming to kill them. The line between reality and imagination blurs when they discover a sinister storybook titled Mister Babadook. As the unsettling occurrences escalate, Amelia is forced to confront the presence that has taken root in their home. Directed by Jennifer Kent, this Australian horror film won the AACTA Award for Best Direction in 2014.More The Babadook
- #100 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #46 of 106 onThe Best Intelligent Horror Movies
- #72 of 168 onThe 160+ Scariest Psychological Thrillers
- 5Mario Casas, Georgina Campbell, Diego CalvaBird Box Barcelona (2023) is a Spanish post-apocalyptic horror thriller directed and written by Álex and David Pastor. Serving as a spin-off sequel to the 2018 film Bird Box, the story unfolds in Barcelona, where survivors combat entities manipulating negative emotions. The narrative follows Sebastián (Mario Casas), and his daughter Anna (Alejandra Howard), as they navigate a perilous journey, encountering other survivors. The film layers themes of survival, sacrifice, and the supernatural. Released on Netflix, it received mixed reviews. Notable cast members include Georgina Campbell, Diego Calva, and Naila Schuberth.More Bird Box Barcelona
- #340 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #118 of 120 onThe Best Horror Movie Sequels
- #42 of 116 onWhich 2023 Movies Absolutely Had To Be Seen In The Theater?
- 6John Saxon, Ronee Blakley, Heather LangenkampIn the chilling horror classic A Nightmare on Elm Street, Nancy Thompson (Heather Langenkamp) finds herself tormented by a monstrous figure in her dreams. This spectral menace, known as Freddy Krueger (Robert Englund), wears a bladed glove and leaves a trail of terror in his wake. As teens in her town start dying mysteriously, Nancy realizes the peril is not confined to her nightmares. Directed by Wes Craven, this film weaves a web of psychological terror that blurs the lines between dream and reality. The movie was so impactful that it spawned a franchise of sequels, solidifying its place in horror cinema history.
- 7Charlie Shotwell, Lili Taylor, Max MartiniA boy becomes trapped in a haunted house while undergoing treatment for a rare disease.
- 8Sandra Bullock, Trevante Rhodes, Jacki WeaverIn Bird Box, Malorie (Sandra Bullock), a woman with a hardened resolve, grapples with an unseeable threat that drives the world to suicide. She embarks on a treacherous journey with her two children, Boy and Girl (Julian Edwards and Vivien Lyra Blair), down a river, blindfolded. The film, a gripping mixture of horror and drama directed by Susanne Bier, takes audiences through flashbacks of Malorie's past, revealing pieces of the apocalyptic puzzle. It was nominated for Saturn Award for Best Horror Film, showcasing its unique blend of suspense and terror.
- 9Carla Gugino, Bruce Greenwood, Carol StuyckenGerald's Game is a 2017 American survival horror film directed by Mike Flanagan, based on Stephen King's novel. While trying to spice up their marriage in their remote lake house, Jessie (Carla Gugino) must fight to survive when her husband dies unexpectedly, leaving her handcuffed to their bed frame.More Gerald's Game
- #256 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #65 of 106 onThe Best Intelligent Horror Movies
- #28 of 59 onThe 55+ Best Stephen King Movies
- 10Kate Bosworth, Thomas Jane, Annabeth GishFoster parents Mark and Jessie welcome 8-year-old Cody into their home. The boy tells Jessie that he's terrified to fall asleep, but she assumes it's just a natural fear for any young child. The couple become startled when their dead biological son suddenly appears in their living room. To their surprise, Cody's dreams can magically become real but so can his nightmares. Mark and Jessie must now uncover the truth behind Cody's mysterious ability before his imagination harms them all.
- 11Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Daniel ZovattoIn It Follows, a chilling horror film, Jay (Maika Monroe) finds herself plagued by a terrifying entity after a seemingly innocent sexual encounter. This relentless force, visible only to her, stalks her at all times. The rules are simple yet horrifying: it follows, it can take any human form, and it won't stop until she's dead unless she passes the curse to someone else. With the help of her friends, including Paul (Keir Gilchrist), Jay must find a way to escape the nightmare that has become her reality. Imbued with dread and suspense, this movie offers a fresh take on the horror genre.More It Follows
- #84 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #52 of 106 onThe Best Intelligent Horror Movies
- #38 of 53 on50+ Great Movies That Blur the Lines Between Horror and Drama
- 12James Allen McCune, Callie Hernandez, Brandon ScottBlair Witch is a 2016 American found footage psychological horror film directed by Adam Wingard. It is the third film in the Blair Witch series and a direct sequel to The Blair Witch Project. The film follows a group of college students and their local guides who venture into the Black Hills Forest in Maryland to uncover the mysteries surrounding the disappearance years ago of Heather Donahue, the sister of one of the characters.More Blair Witch
- #83 of 119 onThe Best Horror Movie Sequels
- #16 of 26 onThe Best Horror Movies About Time Travel
- #16 of 21 onSmart Ways Dumb Horror Sequels Improve On The Originals
- 13Zoe Margaret Colletti, Michael Garza, Gabriel RushIn the chilling movie Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, a group of teenagers stumbles upon a haunted house, only to discover a book filled with terrifying tales. It is penned by Sarah Bellows (Kathleen Pollard), a tortured young girl whose dark secrets have lived on through her sinister stories. As Stella Nicholls (Zoe Colletti) and her friends begin reading, they realize that these aren't just stories; they're real-life nightmares coming alive. This horror film, based on Alvin Schwartz's popular children's book series, weaves together multiple narratives into one spine-tingling feature, delivering scares that linger long after the credits roll.
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Fear Street: 1994
Kiana Madeira, Olivia Scott Welch, Benjamin FloresIn Fear Street: 1994, Shadyside, a seemingly ordinary town, is plagued by a chilling curse that dates back centuries. The story revolves around Deena Johnson (Kiana Madeira), her brother Josh (Benjamin Flores Jr.), and their friends who stumble upon the horrifying truth behind their town's misfortunes. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they find themselves in a deadly game against time and an immortal evil force. This horror flick, part of a trilogy based on R.L. Stine's best-selling book series, masterfully combines elements of slasher films with supernatural terror. Despite its modern setting, it pays homage to classic horror motifs from the 90s, offering viewers an intriguing blend of past and present. - 15
The Babysitter
Bella Thorne, Judah Lewis, Hana Mae LeeWhen Cole stays up past his bedtime, he discovers that his hot baby sitter belongs to a satanic cult that will stop at nothing to keep him quiet.More The Babysitter- #36 of 80 onThe Best Teen Horror Movies Of All Time
- #27 of 50 onThe Best Movies About Generation Z (So Far)
- #28 of 35 onThe 35 Best Horror Comedy Movies, Ranked By Fans
- 16Yoo Ah-in, Park Shin-hye, Jeon Bae-sooA rapidly spreading infection leaves one survivor in the entire city.More #Alive
- #76 of 167 onThe 150+ Best Futuristic Dystopian Movies
- #75 of 138 onThe Best Disaster Movies Of All Time
- #30 of 124 onThe Top 100+ Zombie Movies Of All Time
- 17Sadie Sink, Emily Rudd, Ryan SimpkinsFear Street Part Two: 1978 takes us back in time, following the cursed town of Shadyside amidst a gruesome summer camp slaughter. As the follow-up to Fear Street Part One: 1994 in the trilogy based on R.L. Stine's horror books, the film dives into the origins of the town's malevolent presence. Camp Nightwing becomes the battleground between sunny Sunnyvale and sinister Shadyside, home to a vengeful witch's curse that triggers a violent massacre. With its mix of teen angst and slasher tradition, this throwback thriller hooks viewers with its eery storytelling and adept cast - including Sadie Sink, who delivers a compelling performance in the thick of blood-soaked terror.
- #37 of 119 onThe Best Horror Movie Sequels
- #53 of 80 onThe Best Teen Horror Movies Of All Time
- #4 of 13 onThe Most Underrated Horror Movies On Netflix
- 18Kiana Madeira, Olivia Welch, Benjamin Flores Jr.Fear Street Part Three: 1666 concludes the horror trilogy by transporting viewers to a 17th-century settlement gripped by a witch hunt, revealing the origins of Shadyside's curse. The film follows Deena (Kiana Madeira), who experiences visions of the town's sinister past, embodying Sarah Fier (Elizabeth Scopel), the woman at the center of the curse's lore. As dark secrets and the true nature of the curse come to light, Deena and her friends in 1994 must put an end to the cycle of violence that has plagued their town for centuries. The movie brings together themes of persecution and injustice.
- #259 of 375 onThe Best Movies Based On Books
- #59 of 119 onThe Best Horror Movie Sequels
- #65 of 87 onThe Best Film Adaptations Of Young Adult Novels
- 19Dan Stevens, Lucy Boynton, Michael SheenLondon, 1905. Prodigal son Thomas Richardson has returned home, only to learn that his sister is being held for ransom by a religious cult. Determined to get her back at any cost, Thomas travels to the idyllic island where the cult lives. As Thomas infiltrates the island's community, he learns that the corruption of mainland society that they claim to reject has infested the cult's ranks nonetheless - and uncovers a secret more evil than he could have imagined.
- 20Annabelle Wallis, Ward Horton, Tony AmendolaJohn Form (Ward Horton) thinks he's found the perfect gift for his expectant wife, Mia (Annabelle Wallis) : a vintage doll in a beautiful white dress. However, the couple's delight doesn't last long: One terrible night, devil worshippers invade their home and launch a violent attack against the couple. When the cultists try to summon a demon, they smear a bloody rune on the nursery wall and drip blood on Mia's doll, thereby turning the former object of beauty into a conduit for ultimate evil.More Annabelle
- #81 of 106 onThe Best Intelligent Horror Movies
- #117 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #35 of 77 onThe 75+ Best Horror Franchises, Ranked By Scary Movie Fans
- 21Sandra Escacena, Bruna Gonzalez, Claudia PlacerA teen girl finds herself besieged by an evil supernatural force after playing Ouija with two classmates.More Veronica
- #29 of 57 onThe Best Horror Movies Based On True Stories, Ranked
- #398 of 425 onThe Greatest Movies in World Cinema History
- #5 of 14 onThe Scariest Horror Movies Featuring Ouija Boards
- 22Elizabeth Lail, Jordan Calloway, Talitha Eliana BatemanWhen a young nurse downloads an app that claims to predict when a person is going to die, it tells her she has only three days to live. With time ticking away and death closing in, she must find a way to save her life before time runs out.
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Little Evil
Adam Scott, Evangeline Lilly, Donald FaisonA newly married man starts to believe that his 5-year-old stepson is the spawn of Satan.More Little Evil- #28 of 335 onThe Best Netflix Original Movies Ever
- #6 of 12 onThe Best B-Horror Movies On Netflix
- #16 of 39 onThe Best Netflix Original Horror Movies
- 24Katie Holmes, Owain Yeoman, Christopher ConveryTerror strikes when a boy discovers a doll that appears to be eerily human.
- 25Elizabeth Reaser, Annalise Basso, Lulu WilsonIn 1967 Los Angeles, widowed mother Alice Zander (Elizabeth Reaser) unwittingly invites authentic evil into her home by adding a new stunt to bolster her séance scam business. When the merciless spirit overtakes her youngest daughter Doris (Lulu Wilson), the small family must confront unthinkable fears to save her and send her possessor back to the other side.
- #48 of 106 onThe Best Intelligent Horror Movies
- #180 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #31 of 120 onThe Best Horror Movie Sequels
- 26Patrick Wilson, Ty Simpkins, Rose ByrneJosh Lambert heads east to drop his son, Dalton, off at school. However, Dalton's college dream soon becomes a living nightmare when the repressed demons of his past suddenly return to haunt them both.
- #370 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #92 of 120 onThe Best Horror Movie Sequels
- #13 of 26 onThe Best Horror Movies About Time Travel
- 27Adam Sandler, Kelli Berglund, Peyton ListIt's October 31st in Salem, Massachusetts, and a town's eccentric, devoted community volunteer and the good-natured object of his fellow citizen's derision and meanest pranks, finds himself in the midst of a real investigation, for a real murderer.
- 28Stanley Tucci, Kiernan Shipka, Miranda OttoA family struggles to survive after deadly creatures that hunt by sound invade the planet.
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Demonic
Maria Bello, Frank Grillo, Cody HornDemonic is a 2015 American supernatural horror film directed by Will Canon. A police officer (Frank Grillo) and a psychologist (Maria Bello) investigate the deaths of five people who were killed while trying to summon ghosts. - 30Patrick Wilson, Laysla De Oliveira, Avery WhittedA brother and sister enter a field of tall grass to rescue a boy, but they soon realize they cannot escape and something evil lurks in the grass.
- 31Sarah Yarkin, Elsie Kate Fisher, Mark BurnhamTexas Chainsaw Massacre, a 2022 slasher film, serves as a direct sequel to the 1974 horror classic, disregarding the various other iterations in between. Directed by David Blue Garcia, the film transports viewers back to the blood-soaked world of Leatherface, the iconic chainsaw-wielding killer. The story follows a group of friends who venture into the remote Texas town of Harlow, only to encounter the notorious murderer. The film grimly presents themes of survival and the nuanced evolution of evil. The chilling atmosphere and graphic violence are primed to satiate the appetites of horror fans.
- 32Douglas Smith, Lucien Laviscount, Cressida BonasPeople commit unthinkable acts every day. Time and again, we grapple to understand what drives a person to do such terrible things. But what if all of the questions we're asking are wrong? What if the cause of all evil is not a matter of what, but who? When three college friends stumble upon the horrific origins of the Bye Bye Man, they discover that there is only one way to avoid his curse: don't think it, don't say it. But once the Bye Bye Man gets inside your head, he takes control.More The Bye Bye Man
- #106 of 106 onThe Best Intelligent Horror Movies
- #14 of 14 onTerrible Horror Movies With Great Villains
- #8 of 12 onMovies That Unintentionally Convince Their Audience That Reading Is Bad
- 33Nat Wolff, Margaret Qualley, LaKeith StanfieldA high school student discovers a supernatural notebook that has deadly powers. He can kill anyone he wishes simply by inscribing their name within its pages. Intoxicated with his new power, he begins to eliminate those he deems unworthy of life.More Death Note
- #9 of 15 onTV And Film Fans Are Sharing The Worst Casting Choices Of All Time
- #133 of 335 onThe Best Netflix Original Movies Ever
- #28 of 70 onThe Best Netflix Original Thriller Movies
- 34Nathalie Emmanuel, Thomas Doherty, Stephanie CorneliussenAfter the death of her mother and having no other known relatives, Evie takes a DNA test and discovers a long-lost cousin she never knew she had. Invited by her newfound family to a lavish wedding in the English countryside, Evie's at first seduced by the sexy aristocratic host. However, she's soon thrust into a nightmare of survival as she uncovers twisted secrets about her family history and the unsettling intentions behind their sinful generosity.
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Army of the Dead
Dave Bautista, Ella Purnell, Omari HardwickAfter a zombie outbreak in Las Vegas, a group of mercenaries takes the ultimate gamble by venturing into the quarantine zone for the greatest heist ever.More Army of the Dead- #36 of 124 onThe Top 100+ Zombie Movies Of All Time
- #11 of 14 on14 Movies About Doomed Missions With Little To No Hope Of Survival
- #10 of 30 onThe Best Fast Moving Zombie Movies
- 36Dylan Minnette, Piercey Dalton, Sharif AtkinsA teenager and his mother find themselves besieged by threatening forces when they move into a new house.More The Open House
- #11 of 12 onThe Best Ghost Horror Movies On Netflix
- #6 of 12 onPretty Solid Home Invasion Movies On Netflix Right Now
- #232 of 335 onThe Best Netflix Original Movies Ever
- 37Wunmi Mosaku, Sope Dirisu, Matt SmithA refugee couple makes a harrowing escape from war-torn South Sudan, but then they struggle to adjust to their new life in an English town that has an evil lurking beneath the surface.More His House
- #459 of 472 onThe Best Black Movies Ever Made, Ranked
- #11 of 13 onThe Most Underrated Horror Movies On Netflix
- #13 of 13 on13 Scary Ghost Movies To Keep You Up At Night
- 38Ruth Wilson, Paula Prentiss, Bob BalabanHired to care for a reclusive elderly author (Paula Prentiss), a live-in nurse (Ruth Wilson) comes to believe her house is haunted.
- 39Judah Lewis, Leslie Bibb, Bella ThorneTwo years after defeating a satanic cult led by his babysitter, Cole once again has to outsmart the forces of evil when old enemies unexpectedly return.
- #47 of 80 onThe Best Teen Horror Movies Of All Time
- #89 of 117 onThe Best Horror Movie Sequels
- #12 of 15 onThe Best Scary Movies About Babysitters
- 40Amanda Seyfried, James Norton, Natalia DyerAfter moving to a small town with her husband, a young artist begins to suspect that their home harbors a dark secret.
- 41Vinessa Shaw, Kevin Rahm, India EisleyClinical is a 2017 American horror thriller directed by Alistair Legrand. Dr. Jane Mathis (Vinessa Shaw) is an expert at helping patients cope with trauma, but her own dark memories keep coming back to haunt her.
- 42Bérénice Bejo, Anaïs Parello, Inaki LartigueTo save Paris from a bloodbath, a grieving scientist is forced to face her tragic past when a giant shark appears in the Seine.More Under Paris
- #380 of 404 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
- #35 of 60 onThe Most Entertaining Awful Shark Horror Movies
- #101 of 158 onThe 100+ Best New & Recent Horror Movies, Ranked
- 43Hsuan-yen Tsai, Ying-Hsuan Kao, Sean LinSix years ago, Li Ronan is cursed after breaking a religious taboo; now, she must protect her daughter from the consequences of her actions.More Incantation
- #68 of 73 onThe 65+ Best Found Footage Movies
- #127 of 157 onThe 100+ Best New & Recent Horror Movies, Ranked
- #26 of 29 onThe Best Asian Horror Movies On Netflix
- 44Jules Willcox, Marc Menchaca, Anthony HealdA cold-blooded killer hunts a widow in the wilderness after she escapes from his remote cabin in the Pacific Northwest.More Alone
- #35 of 35 onThe Scariest Cabin Horror Movies
- #39 of 63 onThe 55+ Best Kidnapping & Hostage Movies
- #57 of 71 onThe Best Road-Horror Movies of All Time
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