Planning a spooky movie night with friends this Halloween? 2024 offers an array of spine-chilling films to stream, perfect for a fear-filled gathering. Whether you enjoy timeless favorites or the latest horrors, there’s something for every fan. For classic scares, Friday the 13th and Halloween are must-watches, with Michael Myers still dominating the horror scene on Apple TV and Prime Video. For modern scares, Hereditary, streaming on Hulu, will have you gasping. This intense family drama-cum-nightmare is a must-see. Recently released options, like Evil Dead Rise on Netflix, offer gnarly gore, while Abigail on Peacock provides supernatural thrills. Thrills are guaranteed with Talk to Me, available on Paramount+. Prepare for an unforgettable Halloween movie marathon, filled with chills, screams, and jump scares.
Hereditary (2018):
After the family matriarch’s death, her daughter and grandchildren uncover disturbing secrets about their lineage, trapped in a dark legacy. Available on Hulu, it holds a 90% Critics / 71% Audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Silence of the Lambs (1991):
An FBI trainee enlists the help of a cannibalistic psychiatrist to capture a serial killer. The psychological tension will grip you as she delves into the mind of a madman. Available on Prime Video and Roku, with a 95% Critics / 95% Audience score.
The Babadook (2014):
A widowed mother battles her son’s unsettling behavior and a terrifying figure from a storybook. Their world spirals into a mix of horror and psychological chaos. Available on Netflix and Prime Video, it scores 98% Critics / 72% Audience.
Rosemary’s Baby (1968):
A young woman suspects her pregnancy is cursed after moving into a creepy NYC apartment. She uncovers the horrifying truth behind her unborn child’s origins. Available on Prime Video, Paramount+, and Roku, it holds a 96% Critics / 87% Audience score.
Halloween (1978):
Babysitter Laurie Strode must survive Michael Myers’ killing spree on Halloween night. Available on FuboTV, Roku, and Prime Video, it cements its status as a horror classic with a 96% Critics / 89% Audience score.
Psycho (1960):
Marion Crane’s simple getaway turns into a nightmare at the eerie Bates Motel. Available on Prime Video, it has a 97% Critics / 95% Audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Black Phone (2022):
A kidnapped boy discovers he can communicate with his captor’s previous victims for clues to escape. Available on Starz, Roku, Hulu, and Prime Video, it scores 81% Critics / 88% Audience.
The Omen (1976):
An American diplomat and his wife adopt a child harboring a sinister secret, prompting a series of terrifying events. Available on Hulu and Disney+, it holds an 85% Critics / 81% Audience score.
Mother! (2017):
A young woman’s life unravels when guests disrupt her peaceful home, revealing dark secrets. Available on Paramount+, Roku, and Prime Video, it scores 68% Critics / 51% Audience.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974):
Friends on a road trip encounter a terrifying family of cannibals. Available on Peacock, Roku, and Prime Video, it has an 89% Critics / 82% Audience score.
The Haunting in Connecticut (2019):
A family encounters terrifying supernatural phenomena after moving into a new home. Available on Netflix, it holds 17% Critics / 45% Audience score.
Nope (2022):
Siblings on a California ranch confront mysterious and unsettling events above their home. Available on Hulu, Roku, and Prime Video, it scores 83% Critics / 69% Audience.
Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978):
People in a city are replaced by emotionless alien replicas. Available on Roku, Prime Video, and Apple TV+, it holds 93% Critics / 82% Audience score.
The Ring (2002):
A journalist races to uncover the mystery of a cursed videotape. Available on Paramount+ and Prime Video, it scores 71% Critics / 48% Audience.
Damien: Omen II (1978):
A young boy learns of his dark destiny as deadly events unfold around him. Available on Hulu and Disney+, it holds a 50% Critics / 48% Audience score.
Poltergeist (1982):
A family confronts dark forces after their home is haunted, seeking the help of paranormal experts. Available on Prime Video and Roku, it scores 88% Critics / 79% Audience.
Sleepaway Camp (1983):
Summer camp turns deadly as mysterious accidents plague the teens, revealing a vengeful force. Available on Peacock, Prime Video, Roku, and FuboTV, it scores 81% Critics / 61% Audience.
Carrie (1976):
A bullied girl unleashes her telekinetic powers at prom, turning a night of revenge into unforgettable horror. Available on Prime Video and Roku, it holds a 93% Critics / 77% Audience score.
Scream (1996):
A town is terrorized by a killer obsessed with horror movies, turning it into a scene of terror. Available on Max, Hulu, and Prime Video, it scores 81% Critics / 80% Audience.
Smile (2022):
A therapist’s life spirals after witnessing a traumatic incident involving a sinister entity. Available on Hulu, Disney+, Paramount+, and Prime Video, it holds an 80% Critics / 77% Audience score.
The Blair Witch Project (1999):
Filmmakers exploring the Blair Witch legend experience terrifying events in the woods. Available on Peacock, it has an 86% Critics / 57% Audience score.
The Amityville Horror (1979):
A family’s dream home hides dark secrets, leading to terrifying paranormal events. Available on Max, Hulu, Prime Video, and Roku, it scores 31% Critics / 52% Audience.
The Nun (2018):
A priest and a novice investigate a mysterious suicide at a convent, uncovering dark secrets. Available on Netflix, it holds 24% Critics / 35% Audience score.
Immaculate (2024):
Sydney Sweeney stars as a devout nun uncovering disturbing secrets in an Italian convent. Available on Hulu and Disney+, it scores 71% Critics / 59% Audience.
Abigail (2024):
Kidnappers realize the young girl they took is far more dangerous than expected. Available on Peacock, it holds 83% Critics / 85% Audience.
Talk to Me (2023):
Friends using an embalmed hand to connect with spirits unleash a force they can’t handle. Available on Paramount+, Hulu, Prime Video, Roku, and FuboTV, it scores 94% Critics / 82% Audience.
Friday the 13th (1980):
Camp counselors at Crystal Lake are picked off by a ruthless killer. Available for rent or purchase on Apple TV+ and Prime Video, it scores 66% Critics / 60% Audience.
X (2022):
Filmmakers in rural Texas face a deadly fight for survival. Available for rent or purchase on Apple TV+ and Prime Video, it holds 94% Critics / 76% Audience.
Sinister (2012):
A true-crime writer awakens a dark force after discovering disturbing home videos. Available on Max, Hulu, and Prime Video, it scores 63% Critics / 62% Audience.
The Evil Dead (1981):
Friends unleash an ancient evil from a book, leading to possession and survival horror. Available for rent or purchase on Prime Video, it holds 86% Critics / 84% Audience.