Supernatural horror films deal with forces beyond the natural world, often involving ghosts, demons, or other otherworldly entities. 1. The Exorcist (1973) William Friedkin‘s classic follows two priests attempting to exorcise a demon from a young girl. Why it’s great: 2. The Shining (1980) Stanley Kubrick‘s adaptation of Stephen King’s novel follows a family serving […]

Slasher films typically feature a psychopathic killer stalking and murdering a group of people, often in graphic and creative ways. 1. Halloween (1978) John Carpenter‘s influential slasher follows Michael Myers as he returns to his hometown on Halloween night to continue his killing spree. Why it’s great: 2. A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) Wes […]

These films feature characters with extrasensory abilities, often exploring the benefits and drawbacks of such powers. 1. Carrie (1976) Based on Stephen King‘s novel, this film follows a telekinetic teenager who faces bullying at school and abuse at home. Why it’s great: 2. The Dead Zone (1983) Another Stephen King adaptation, this film follows a […]

These films depict the aftermath of global catastrophes or the process of societal collapse, often focusing on survival in hostile environments. 1. 28 Days Later (2002) Danny Boyle‘s film follows survivors in a Britain devastated by a highly contagious rage virus. Why it’s great: 2. A Quiet Place (2018) In a world overrun by blind […]

Paranormal films deal with phenomena that defy scientific explanation, often involving ghosts, psychic abilities, or otherworldly entities. 1. The Sixth Sense (1999) M. Night Shyamalan‘s breakout film follows a child psychologist trying to help a boy who claims to see dead people. Why it’s great: 2. Poltergeist (1982) This supernatural thriller follows a family whose […]

Classic horror films, typically from the early to mid-20th century, established many of the genre’s enduring tropes and techniques. 1. Nosferatu (1922) F.W. Murnau‘s unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” is a landmark of German Expressionist cinema. Why it’s great: 2. Frankenstein (1931) James Whale‘s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s novel defined the image of Frankenstein’s […]

These films adapt Bram Stoker’s classic vampire novel or feature the iconic character in new stories. 1. Nosferatu (1922) F.W. Murnau‘s unauthorized adaptation remains one of the most influential horror films ever made. Why it’s great: 2. Dracula (1931) Tod Browning‘s adaptation starring Bela Lugosi defined the popular image of Dracula for generations. Why it’s […]

These films deal with demonic entities and their influence on human hosts, often exploring themes of faith and evil. 1. The Exorcist (1973) William Friedkin‘s classic follows two priests attempting to exorcise a demon from a young girl. Why it’s great: 2. The Evil Dead (1981) Sam Raimi‘s low-budget horror follows a group of friends […]

Creature features focus on monsters, often created through science gone wrong or discovered in remote locations. 1. Godzilla (1954) This Japanese classic introduced the iconic monster as a metaphor for nuclear weapons. Why it’s great: 2. Alien (1979) Ridley Scott‘s sci-fi horror follows the crew of a space freighter stalked by a deadly extraterrestrial. Why […]

Costume horror films often blend period settings with supernatural or Gothic elements, creating a unique visual and atmospheric experience. 1. The Masque of the Red Death (1964) Roger Corman’s adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s story follows a sadistic prince who torments his subjects during a plague. Why it’s great: 2. Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992) Francis […]