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This list of the best horror movies on Netflix is your one stop shop to see anything and everything that the iconic streaming service has when it comes to horror. Buckling in for an evening on the couch? There's nothing better than a scary movie, and with this list of the scariest horror movies on Netflix, you can make an informed decision about what horrifying film will keep you up tonight. Some of the best movies of all time are now available right at your fingertips thanks to Netflix, so you can catch up on new hit movies and some of the greatest movies ever right from the comfort of your living room.
If you're feeling brave though, you could tackle these horror movies that are all classics of the genre. Just don't watch them alone, and don't eat any cheese before bed (sorry I'm sounding quite bossy). Here are 15 horror movies, old and new, to see you through to Halloween across the best streaming services.
The first instalment in the slasher series that just won't die is undoubtedly the best, while some of the later entries might even fall into so bad it's good territory. Summer camp might seem like fun and games, but when there's a killer on the loose, it doesn't exactly match the holiday vibe.
This Ridley Scott sci-fi classic needs no introduction. It's biggest weapon in the fight on your nervous system is the level of restraint in showing the true horror of the Xenomorph itself. We only catch glimpses of it for the longest time, and by the time we see it in all its glory, our imaginations have done all of the hard work. A heart-pounding, chest-bursting work of art.
Alien is now streaming on Disney+ in the UK or Hulu in the US.
This Blumhouse horror/comedy is a modern must-watch, especially with friends. College student Tree (real name Theresa) is living a Groundhog Day nightmare with a horrible twist. Every day ends with her being murdered by a baby-faced serial killer. Unbelievably, if that doesn't sound like enough, there's also a pretty strong rom-com in here too. A genuinely fresh and funny take on the genre, the sequel is functional but not essential.
John Carpenter's masterpiece is another that'll keep you awake at night. Working on a remote base in Antarctica is hard enough but when anyone could be The Thing, it's probably time to start firing out a few resumes. Kurt Russell and Keith David star in this graphic classic that is guaranteed to give you trust issues and probably a few flamethrower burns.
A personally favourite of mine, this is a goofy horror comedy that subverts a host of genre tropes. Hillbillies Tucker and Dale are just a couple of normal guys looking to get through the day in their remote woodland cabin. They can't help it if teenagers keep getting into horrific accidents around them. A farce of the highest order and more gory than scary if you're a fraidy cat.
A cinematic take on the classic party game (also known as Mafia), Werewolves Within is a darkly funny tale of a small snowy town torn apart by the titular wolves. A tense creature feature and a murder mystery all rolled into one, this 2021 effort arrived with little fanfare on release but is well worth a watch. Sam Richardson is excellent as our sweet natured Park Ranger lead Finn, suddenly thrust well out of his depth.
Werewolves Within is currently streaming on Netflix in the UK and Hulu in the US.
With the whole family round for Christmas things always go wrong, but not normally like this. Suddenly the house becomes completely covered in a black substance and impossible to leave. The only communication of what's going on? A message on the TV to stay indoors and await further instructions. What unfolds is a genuinely horrifying story far worse than any family gathering you've had.
A found-footage masterpiece, Cloverfield is a twisted take on the Godzilla style Kaiju genre. With a monster destroying Manhattan, we follow a group of friends desperate to flee the city. This is an iconic disaster movie that alongside The Blair Witch Project has inspired countless imitators. The found-footage style is stylish but also incredibly sincere and you can't help but feel immersed in this action packed apocalypse. Also check out 10 Cloverfield Lane.
Jordan Peele's psychological horror won the Best Screenplay Oscar and it's easy to see why. What looks like an ordinary tale of a man meeting hi girlfriend's family soon devolves into something much, much more disturbing. This is a great example of horror being used for social commentary and a must-watch for fans of the genre. Daniel Kaluuya is exceptional.
If you're a horror movie buff then The Cabin In The Woods is coming for you. This meta take on the genre is far more than the stereotypical slasher that it resembles. Chris Hemsworth is the most high-profile name in a cast that seems to fill all of the horror tropes. I won't say anymore.
After spending the night with a hunky guy, Jay's life is changed forever. She's now destined to be pursued by a demon that could take the form of anyone, even those she loves, and never ever stops. It may only walk slowly but wherever you go, It follows. A brilliant movie that will gross you out and instantly have you imagining yourself in the same shoes.
Before the twisted traps of Saw, there was Cube. A group of strangers wake up in a futuristic prison where every room resembles a white cube. Of course that would be too easy to traverse, almost every one is fitted with a horrific new trap. But how did our heroes get here? And why are they connected?
Cube is streaming on Prime Video in the UK and Hoopla or Tubi in the US.
In a world where horrific monsters have all but annhilated the human race, you'd think having a baby would be the last thing you'd want. Especially when they are blind but drawn super quickly to any noise. But Emily Blunt and John Krasinski clearly couldn't keep their hands off of each other. What follows is a superbly tense film that features barely any dialogue.
Stream this movie on Prime Video in the UK or Fubo in the US.
If you like your horror less about jumpscares and monsters and more existential, then Charlie Kaufman has the movie for you. Led by superb performances from Jessie Buckley and Jesse Plemons, the two play a couple heading to his parent's house. She's thinking of ending things. I can't say much more, but it's a delightfully slow burn, very different to pretty much anything else on this list.
A rare horror movie that will also make your stomach rumble (rather than churn) this darkly funny flick sees a young couple travel to a remote island to be part of an exclusive dining experience from one of the most renowned chefs in the world. Anyone who has ever worked in the service industry will get a twisted kick out of this movie that stars Nicholas Hoult, Anya-Taylor Joy and Ralph Fiennes.
You can catch The Menu on Disney+ in the UK or Hulu in the US.
No horror movie is as terrifying as the experience of trying to agree on something to watch with your partner as the night draws in. Save some sympathy, however, for the main characters of our most prestige chillers, some of whom have seriously been put through the wringer.
Whether it's the story of a music festival gone seriously wrong in Ari Aster's gaslighting saga Midsommar, or the many societal ills highlighted by Jordan Peele's modern-horror filmography, Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney+ have plenty of excellent scary movies to pick from. To make the task of choosing a little easier, we've rounded up the best horror movies that are available to stream, rent and buy now, all for perusal in the comfort of your home, and best watched while wearing an expression of abject terror. Enjoy?
Still hailed as one of the best twist endings of all time, M. Night Shyamalan's crowning jewel, The Sixth Sense, is as good now as it was in 1999. Centred around a young boy who believes he can see dead people and the child psychologist tasked with trying to figure out whether he's just suffering delusions of the mind, the less said about it the better. Just watch. disneyplus.com
Men. This film is about men. Well, it's really about Jessie Buckley's character Harper and a retreat after a traumatic event that gets overturned by a persistent and looming presence of dread. That dread is men, played by a kind of eerie carousel of Rory Kinnear in different disguises. This Alex Garland film is all kinds of weird and twisty, as we have come to expect, and you will leave feeling overwhelming unease. Happy watching! amazon.co.uk
This gothic horror is about as chilling as it comes. Set in a cold, bare mansion that is never allowed to see sunlight, Nicole Kidman stuns as a wartime widow forced to keep going for the sake of her children who are allergic to sunlight. As time goes on, she starts to believe her spacious digs may be haunted, but that's only the beginning. amazon.co.uk
When Midsommar was released in 2019, it was greeted by a slew of five-star reviews and now the Ari Aster-directed scream-fest has finally landed on Netflix. It follows a young American couple on their trip to a mysterious Swedish festival, which, despite all appearances, quickly turns into a nightmare. Unlike most horrors, Midsommar is set mostly during the daytime and is no less terrifying for it. Plus, Florence Pugh is brilliant as the troubled protagonist, Dani. netflix.com
If you're worried that online dating is zapping the magic out of romance, just remember that the old-fashioned way might not always be just sunshine and roses. After meeting in a supermarket, Noa (Daisy Edgar-Jones) is swept off her feet by Steve (Sebastian Stan), but as the relationship progresses she realises the meat market they met at might not have been to both of their tastes. disneyplus.com
Who doesn't fancy sitting down to watch a German-language aeroplane-vampire-action-horror romp? We certainly do. Blood Red Sky starts as a run-of-the-mill plane hijack film, until we discover that one of the passengers, travelling with her son, was bitten by a vampire and now has to take suppressants to stop herself from becoming a ravenous beast. She's shot by one of the hijackers and decides that enough's enough, deciding to make her way through the plane, one hijacker at a time. It's Air Force One for Nosferatu fans. netflix.com
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