Hulu is packed with fascinating horror titles. Before we get into a list of the absolute best options on the streaming service, let's cover some worthy alternates. Hulu is home to David Cronenberg's Crimes of the Future (2022) and Bong Joon-ho's The Host (2022). There's also spine-chilling sci-fi Alien (1979), psychological horror flick Mandy (2018) and romance-gone-wrong Fresh (2022). Finally, you should check out The Omen (1976), It Follows (2014) and post-apocalyptic sequel A Quiet Place Part II.

The Absolute Best Horror Movies on Hulu

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The best horror movies work because you feel, in the moment, that what you’re looking at is real. Or even if it isn’t real, you feel like it could happen to you, that it’s not so far-fetched as to be impossible. Plenty of horror movies carve very real feeling scares out of the most outrageous material, from evil Boogeymen to demonically possessed nuns, ghosts and gremlins and Scandinavian cults with weird summertime rituals. Some even pretend, Blair Witch-style, that the events you see onscreen really did happen exactly as you’re seeing them.

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George Romero's Night of the Living Dead revolutionized horror with raw realism and unknown actors, setting the standard for cinematic terror. Low-budget horror like Romero's masterpiece terrifies by immersing viewers in an intimate, relatable experience unlike big-budget Hollywood productions. Stephen King praises the opening scene of Night of the Living...

Stephen King Called This Classic Scene the Scariest Moment in Horror History

We all remember that first movie that terrified us as kids. Mine was A Nightmare on Elm Street, specifically Freddy Krueger. I remember sitting by the steps as my parents watched the movie with my hands in front of my face, and I had nightmares for weeks after. As we...

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Western horror movies are among the most underrated in the industry, but their potential cannot be denied. The sub-genre is a rare combination of a genre with dwindling popularity (Western) and the widely loved horror variety of movies, making it a classically entertaining mix. With no end in sight, many Western horror movies have come out over the years. The popularity of this unlikely fusion grew exponentially in the 1950s with entries such as The Beast of Hollow Mountain, Teenage Monster, Curse of the Undead, and The Living Coffin.

The 10 Most Underrated Western Horror Movies, Ranked

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Flanagan's new take on the horror franchise debuts on March 13, 2026.

The Exorcist Sequel From Mike Flanagan Gets Release Date

Summer is here, and with it comes a sizzling lineup of must-see movies that will light up the big screen. From spine-tingling horror flicks to big-budget Marvel movies, heartwarming indie tales, and fun-filled family adventures, this season's cinematic offerings are hotter than ever. Check out our list of the hottest...

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Surprise horror hit returns to bring those creepy smiles back to audiences. Here's everything we know about Smile 2.

Smile 2: release date, teaser, cast, plot and everything we know about the horror sequel

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A couple more horror movies are coming out this week, squeezing in just before June ends and July begins. The biggest release this week is the A Quiet Place prequel Day One starring Lupita Nyong'o, but a highly anticipated new arrival hits Shudder on Wednesday. A few other titles are coming to digital, like the recent releases The Watchers and Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2.

A Quiet Place: Day One and 8 more horror movies and shows coming out this week, June 24

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In honor of its 45th anniversary, discover chilling details about “The Amityville Horror” movie from 1979 and the strange franchise it spawned.

13 Terrifying Facts About ‘The Amityville Horror’

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This new sci-fi anthology series has just landed in the Netflix top 10 — and it has a perfect score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.

This supernatural sci-fi anthology series has crashed the Netflix top 10 — and it’s 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

Werewolf movies are a subgenre of horror films that center around werewolves, and while they appear to be less popular than vampire movies, there are still a good amount of fans out there who enjoy them. Are you a werewolf enthusiast looking for a fright? If so, we shared a list of some of the scariest werewolf movies that'll leave you unsettled after watching them. We even threw in two werewolf flicks that are still enjoyable to watch but just aren't scary. We recommend skipping over those.

5 scary werewolf movies worth watching (and 2 you can skip)

My favorite horror franchise ever has landed on Netflix, and one movie has already cracked the streamer's top 10 list.

Netflix just added my favorite horror franchise ever — and it's already in the top 10

The Devil's Cand y explores a father-daughter relationship under supernatural threat, with realistic intensity and likable protagonists. The film's pacing and use of religious imagery emphasize the threat to Jesse and Zooey's relationship, making it a grounded yet nightmarish experience. The movie's emotional journey highlights the power of faith in...

In This Nightmarish Horror Movie, the Real Threat Isn’t the Serial Killer, It’s This

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

Fans will have to wait an extra week to see the movie.

Horror Movie Cuckoo Has Release Date Pushed Back

Nicolas Cage's new horror movie has landed a 100% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes ahead of its US release. Longlegs sees Cage play a serial killer who is being pursued by FBI agent Lee Harker (played by It Follows' Maika Monroe) who discovers a personal connection to the case. The...

Nicolas Cage's new horror movie debuts with 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating

Robert Pickton is a name that sends shivers down many spines. Known as one of Canada's most notorious criminals, his story is both chilling and complex. Who was Robert Pickton, and what led him to become a figure of such infamy? This blog post dives into 20 gripping facts about his life, crimes, and the investigation that finally brought him to justice. From his early years on a pig farm in British Columbia to the horrifying discoveries that shocked the nation, these facts will shed light on the dark journey of a man whose actions left an indelible mark on history. Buckle up, as we unravel the unsettling tale of Robert Pickton.

20 Facts About Robert Pickton

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Stephen King movie director explains why the upcoming horror movie is great for families, despite the violent content present.

‘People Explode' In New Stephen King Movie. Why The Director Thinks The Film Is Made For ‘Kids And Parents’ Anyway

Horror fans should always seek out movies outside of their home country. My fellow American horror fans would be doing themselves a disservice to limit themselves only to the films made in the USA. Here at 1428 Elm, we'll be highlighting movies from other countries, starting with Norway, which feels...

Handling the Undead and 5 other chilling Norwegian horror movies

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Top 10 Horror Movies

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Top 10 Horror Movies

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