Horror remains a timeless genre, and in recent years, it has emerged as one of Hollywood’s most dependable sources of revenue, captivating audiences at the box office and providing viewers at home with a plethora of thrilling options. The genre is steeped in rich traditions that can be revived, reimagined, or completely turned on their head. Many of today’s top directors are passionate about horror, possessing a remarkable talent for eliciting fear from audiences.
Whether you’re in the mood for a classic ghost tale, a thought-provoking social thriller, or an exhilarating rush of adrenaline, Netflix has something for everyone. These horror films are best enjoyed at night with the lights dimmed. Just be cautious not to scatter your popcorn when you jump off the couch in fright.
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1. Annabelle: Creation
- IMDb Rating- 6.5/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-70%
- Smartprix Rating-6.8/10
- Runtime-1 hour 49 minutes
- Starring-Talitha Bateman, David F. Sandberg & others
About the movie- A doll-maker and his wife embed the spirit of their deceased daughter inside a doll. Years later, a nun and several girls from a shuttered orphanage become victims of a possessed doll, Annabelle.
This horror film serves as a prequel to Annabelle and is a part of the Conjuring Universe. It explores the backstory of Annabelle and builds suspense, using shadows, sound design, and unsettling imagery. The movie has a well-developed plot and combines scares with a creeping sense of dread, making it a thrilling experience.
2. Apostle
- IMDb Rating-6.3/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-79%
- Smartprix Rating-6.5/10
- Runtime-2 hours 10 minutes
- Starring- Dan Stevens, Lucy Boynton & others
About the movie- In the early 20th century, Thomas Richardson sets off on a fatal mission to save his kidnapped sister, rumoured to be trapped in a remote Weish Island run by a fanatic religious cult.
This folk horror film blends historical drama, religious cult theme, and supernatural horror, creating a chilling and unpredictable narrative. It is set in 1905 on a remote island and unlike traditional jump scare, it relies on disturbing imagery, psychological terror, and gruesome violence. The movie has strong lead performances by Dan Stevens.
3. Evil Dead Rise
- IMDb Rating-6.5/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-84%
- Smartprix Rating-7/10
- Runtime-1 hour 37 minutes
- Starring-Alyssa Sutherland, Morgan Davies & others
About the movie- A reunion between two estranged sisters gets cut short by the rise of flesh-possessing demons, thrusting them into a primal battle for survival as they face the most nightmarish version of family imaginable.
It is a must-watch horror film, set in cabins that takes place in a high-rise apartment, offering a new and claustrophobic atmosphere. The movie is packed with intense gore, brutal kills, and unsettling body horror, and has a standout performance by Alyssa Sutherland.
4. His House
- IMDb Rating-6.4/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-100%
- Smartprix Rating-7/10
- Runtime-1 hour 33 minutes
- Starring- Wunmi Mosaku, Sope Dirisu & others
About the movie- A 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.
His House intertwines supernatural horror with real-life trauma and refugee struggles, exploring themes of displacement, guilt, and immigrant experience, making it a terrifying one. The film offers a fresh perspective on the haunted house genre, with deep emotional layers and an unpredictable narrative.
5. I Know What You Did Last Summer
- IMDb Rating-6/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-48%
- Smartprix Rating-6.2/10
- Runtime-1 hour 41 minutes
- Starring- Sarah Michelle Gellar, Freddie Prinze Jr. & others
About the movie- After a night of revelry, four friends accidentally run over a man and dump his body to conceal their secret, unaware that the following year brings a series of eerie events in their lives.
This one’s a defining film of the late 90s horror boom that followed the success of Scream. It builds tension as a group of friends is stalked by a mysterious killer seeking revenge for a deadly accident, they tried to cover up. The film has a star-studded cast and embraces classic horror tropes like chilling phone calls, eerie chase scenes, and a relentless killer, perfectly well.
6. A Quiet Place Part 2
- IMDb Rating-7.5/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-96%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Runtime- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Starring- John Krasinski, Emily Blunt & others
About the movie- A family lives in a world inhabited by blind but sound-sensitive creatures who are out to kill people. To survive, they are forced to use the sign language to communicate with each other.
The film maintains the nerve-wrecking tension with expertly crafted scenes, keeping you on the edge. It explores the world beyond, showing how others have survived and has strong performances by Emily Blunt, Noah Jupe and Millicent Simmonds. Cillian Murphy’s character adds depth to the story.
7. Under The Shadow
- IMDb Rating-6.8/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-99%
- Smartprix Rating-7.5/10
- Runtime-1 hour 24 minutes
- Starring- Avin Manshadi, Bobby Naderi & others
About the movie- Shideh and her daughter deal with the horrors of living in a warzone every day. Things take a turn for the worse when a djinn starts haunting them.
Under the Shadow is set in war-torn 1980s Tehran during the Iran-Iraq war, masterfully combining real-world fears and strong performances by Narges Rashidi, who plays a mother struggling to protect her child while battling both external and supernatural threats. It is a creepy and slow-burning horror movie.
8. Run
- IMDb Rating-6.7/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-88%
- Smartprix Rating-7/10
- Runtime-1 hour 29 minutes
- Starring- Sarah Paulson, Kiera Allen & others
About the movie- Chloe, a teenager, is forbidden from seeing the mail and is kept in isolation. She soon starts suspecting her mother of keeping dark secrets and decides to investigate.
Run expertly blends psychological tension and moments of horror, making it a good choice for fans of both genres. It wastes no time in building suspense and shows a realistic representation of disability. The movie scares you and keeps you guessing with its clever plot developments and shocking revelations.
9. Scream
- IMDb Rating-7.4/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-77%
- Smartprix Rating-7.2/10
- Runtime-1 hour 51 minutes
- Starring- Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox & others
About the movie- When Sidney receives a mysterious phone call and finds that her friends are being killed, she suspects that a serial killer may be on the prowl, who is also linked to her mother’s murder.
Scream brings a fresh and self-aware perspective to horror, cleverly playing with horror tropes well. The Ghostface mask and voice became legendary in horror, spawning across an entire franchise and pop culture references. It balances scares with humor and has strong performances by the cast.
10. Ready or Not
- IMDb Rating-6.8/10
- Rotten Tomato Rating-89%
- Smartprix Rating-7.5/10
- Runtime-1 hour 35 minutes
- Starring- Samara Weaving, Adam Brody & others
About the movie- After the wedding ceremony of a young woman, her new in-laws force her to participate in a seemingly innocent game. Things soon turn bloody and sinister, revealing the sick rituals of the family.
This thrilling horror movie is a perfect blend of intense moments of gore and violence with sharp humor, making it highly entertaining. The story keeps moving at a relentless pace, ensuring there’s never a dull moment, and the ending is highly memorable and satisfying for the viewers.
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