Must-Watch Horror Movies for a Thrilling Halloween Night
Halloween is the perfect time to dive into a spine-chilling horror movie marathon! While some hit up parties, others prefer the thrill of a scary movie. If you're planning to spend Halloween cozied up with some horror classics, this list is just for you. From the top horror releases of 2024 to crowd favorites, we've gathered the must-watch films to make your Halloween night unforgettable. Get ready for a night of frights!
1. Oddity
IMDb: 6.7
Oddity follows a psychic trying to uncover the truth behind her sister's murder at a crime scene. Directed by Damian McCarthy and starring Carolyn Bracken, Johnny French, and Steve Wall.
2. The Substance
IMDb: 7.6
The Substance tells the story of an aging celebrity who takes a black-market drug—a cell-duplicating substance that temporarily transforms her into a younger, better version of herself. Directed by Coralie Fargeat, with performances by Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid.
3. The Devil's Bath
IMDb: 6.6
Set in 18th-century Austria, The Devil's Bath depicts the story of Agnes, a woman preparing to marry her lover amidst the dense forests surrounding her village. Her mind and heart grow heavy after witnessing a woman condemned to death for killing a baby. The film is directed by Severin Fiala and Veronika Franz and stars Anja Plaschg, Maria Hofstätter, and David Scheid.
4. A Quiet Place: Day One
IMDb: 6.3
In A Quiet Place: Day One, a young woman named Sam finds herself trapped in New York City at the beginning of an alien invasion by creatures with extremely sensitive hearing. Directed by Michael Sarnoski, the film stars Lupita Nyong'o, Joseph Quinn, and Alex Wolff.
5. Smile 2
IMDb: 7.2
Smile 2 follows pop star Skye Riley, who begins experiencing increasingly terrifying and unexplainable events as she prepares for a world tour. Struggling under the weight of fame and fear, she must confront her past. Directed by Parker Finn and starring Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Lukas Gage.
6. Longlegs
IMDb: 6.7
In Longlegs, an FBI agent on the hunt for a serial killer uncovers a series of hidden clues that could put an end to the killer's horrific spree. Directed by Osgood Perkins, it stars Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, and Blair Underwood.
7. I Saw the TV Glow
IMDb: N/A
I Saw the TV Glow follows a young person fighting to survive in a rough neighborhood when a classmate introduces them to a mysterious midnight TV show. Directed by Jane Schoenbrun, the film stars Justice Smith, Brigette Lundy-Paine, and Ian Foreman.
8. Speak No Evil
IMDb: 6.9
Speak No Evil centers around a family invited to spend a weekend in a remote house in the countryside. As the weekend progresses, they begin to sense a dark side to their hosts. Directed by James Watkins and starring James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, and Scoot McNairy.
9. Abigail
IMDb: 6.6
Abigail follows a group of criminals who, after kidnapping the daughter of a powerful underworld figure, seek refuge in an isolated mansion. They soon discover that the girl they've taken is anything but ordinary. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the film stars Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens, and Alisha Weir.
10. The First Omen
IMDb: 6.5
The First Omen tells the story of a young American woman sent to Rome to serve the church. However, she encounters a darkness that causes her to question her faith, revealing a terrifying conspiracy. Directed by Arkasha Stevenson, with Nell Tiger Free, Ralph Ineson, and Sonia Braga in the lead roles.
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