Top 11 horror

Poltergeist

"Poltergeist" is a horror film that was released in 1982. It was directed by Tobe Hooper and written by Steven Spielberg. The film follows a family whose home is haunted by malicious ghosts that are able to interact with the physical world. The family must find a way to stop the spirits and protect their home before it's too late. "Poltergeist" was a commercial and critical success and has since become a classic in the horror genre.

The Blair Witch Project

"The Blair Witch Project" is a horror film that was released in 1999. It was directed by Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sánchez, and it tells the story of three film students who go missing while shooting a documentary about a local legend known as the Blair Witch in the woods of Maryland. The film is presented as a collection of found footage that was discovered after the students' disappearance, and it explores themes of supernatural horror and psychological terror. "The Blair Witch Project" was a groundbreaking film in the found footage genre and spawned a cult following.

The Conjuring

"The Conjuring" is a horror film that was released in 2013. It was directed by James Wan and is based on the real-life experiences of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. The film follows the Warrens as they help a family who are being terrorized by a dark presence in their home. "The Conjuring" was a critical and commercial success and spawned a franchise of sequels, spin-offs, and related media. The film is known for its intense and atmospheric scares and its depiction of the Warrens' work as paranormal investigators.

The Ring

"The Ring" is a horror film that was released in 2002. It was directed by Gore Verbinski and is a remake of the 1998 Japanese film "Ringu." The film follows a journalist who investigates a cursed videotape that is said to kill anyone who watches it within seven days. As she tries to uncover the truth behind the tape, she becomes drawn into a supernatural mystery that threatens her own life. "The Ring" was a commercial and critical success and spawned a franchise of sequels and related media. It is known for its creepy atmosphere and its innovative use of the "cursed videotape" plot device.

The Babadook

"The Babadook" is a horror film that was released in 2014. It was written and directed by Jennifer Kent and stars Essie Davis and Noah Wiseman. The film follows a single mother and her son who are struggling to cope with the death of the father. As the mother becomes increasingly isolated and paranoid, she begins to suspect that a monster from a children's book is coming to haunt them. "The Babadook" was well-received by critics and has since gained a cult following. It is known for its atmospheric scares and its exploration of themes of grief, motherhood, and mental illness.

Sinister

"Sinister" is a horror film that was released in 2012. It was directed by Scott Derrickson and stars Ethan Hawke as a true crime writer who moves his family into a house where a gruesome murder took place. As he investigates the crime, he discovers a box of home movies in the attic that contain footage of other murders. As he watches the movies, he realizes that a supernatural force is at work and that his family is in danger. "Sinister" was a commercial success and received positive reviews from critics. It is known for its creepy atmosphere and its use of found footage as a plot device.

The Grudge

"The Grudge" is a horror film that was released in 2004. It was directed by Takashi Shimizu and is a remake of the 2002 Japanese film "Ju-on." The film follows a series of interconnected stories about people who are cursed by a vengeful spirit. The curse spreads from person to person, causing them to suffer a violent death and become ghosts themselves. "The Grudge" was a commercial success and spawned a franchise of sequels and related media. It is known for its atmospheric scares and its use of the "curse" plot device.

Annihilation

"Annihilation" is a science fiction horror film that was released in 2018. It was directed by Alex Garland and stars Natalie Portman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Tessa Thompson. The film follows a team of scientists who are sent into an environmental disaster zone known as "The Shimmer," which is expanding and mutating the flora and fauna within it. As they journey deeper into the zone, they confront strange and terrifying phenomena and begin to unravel the mystery of what caused the disaster. "Annihilation" received positive reviews from critics and has developed a cult following. It is known for its visual effects, its exploration of scientific and philosophical themes, and its disturbing imagery.

The Cabin in the Woods

"The Cabin in the Woods" is a horror film that was released in 2012. It was directed by Drew Goddard and written by Goddard and Joss Whedon. The film follows a group of friends who go to a remote cabin in the woods for a vacation, only to find themselves being manipulated by a mysterious organization and terrorized by supernatural forces. "The Cabin in the Woods" is a satirical take on the horror genre and subverts many of the conventions and cliches of traditional horror films. It was a commercial and critical success and has gained a cult following.

It

"It" is a horror film that was released in 2017. It is based on the 1986 novel of the same name by Stephen King and was directed by Andy Muschietti. The film follows a group of young friends who are terrorized by a supernatural entity that takes the form of a clown named Pennywise. The film is set in the 1980s and tells the story of the characters as children and as adults who reunite to confront the entity and defeat it once and for all. "It" was a commercial and critical success and spawned a sequel, "It Chapter Two," which was released in 2019. It is known for its creepy atmosphere and its portrayal of the Pennywise character, which was played by Bill Skarsgård.

The Haunting of Hill House

"The Haunting of Hill House" is a horror novel that was written by Shirley Jackson and published in 1959. It is considered a classic of horror literature and has been adapted into numerous films, television series, and other media. The story follows a group of people who are invited to stay at a mysterious mansion called Hill House, which is known for its history of supernatural events. As they spend time in the house, they begin to experience strange and terrifying occurrences and must confront their own fears and personal demons in order to survive. "The Haunting of Hill House" is known for its atmospheric writing and its exploration of themes of mental illness, grief, and the paranormal.