As we have entered October which is officially the season of Halloween and scary things, it is necessary to watch some horror films this month. The spirit of Halloween lies in all things scary and terrifying and it also accompanies the best season that is Autumn. To remind you of some of the great horror movies of all times from the recent to the very old, here we have a list of the best horror movies. So make sure to put these movies on your list to watch on your next Halloween sleepover!
1. Get Out:
One of the most successful horror movies in the past ten years is ‘Get out’ which can be proved by the number of awards it won. With an excellent performance by the entire cast, the movie’s strong writing and twist ending make it a slow burn that really pays off in the last twenty minutes or so. This one is a solid horror experience and will definitely make a lasting impression on you as it is a clever film and not just another horror flick with a couple of jump scares.
2. IT Series:
When it comes to the horror genre, Stephen King is one name we just can’t leave out. He has been giving us chills with his horror stories for years and one of his most famous works is ‘IT’. The tale of a murderous clown that has been haunting us for years now. Originally the terrifying novel was adapted into a mini-series but, recently it was remade into a movie which just got a sequel too. Watch this series with your friends and have a scary movie night.
3. The Witches:
Based on the novel by the loved children’s author Roald Dahl the story follows a young boy turned mouse who must defeat a coven of witches planning to instill a similar fate on the children of Britain. Even though it is a children’s story but has dark and unsettling themes that make it an adult watch. So watch this movie if you are in for a light horror and fun film and experience the magic of Halloween.
4. The Conjuring series:
If you are a fan of horror then this series is made for you. With around 5 movies including spinoffs and prequels, this is a series for hardcore horror lovers. The conjuring series has a huge fan base around the world and a whole cinematic universe as well. The stories are loosely based on true events which makes t=it even more terrifying to watch.
5. Rosemary’s Baby:
With a 99% rating on Rotten Tomatoes this movie has all the elements for a great horror film. Following the life of a couple through their first pregnancy. This movie is so terrifying that it might make you never want to have children in your life! Polanski’s vision and the ability of the actors really brings the suspense of the novel to the big screen. It is a very unsettling film and may even haunt you for days so be prepared to be terrified with this one.
