Streaming Horror: New Releases and Modern Classics
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A wave of suspenseful and terrifying films is captivating audiences, with Zach Cregger‘s upcoming thriller Weapons generating meaningful buzz across social media. The film, starring Julia Garner and Josh Brolin, centers on a community thrown into chaos following the disappearance of a classroom of children. This anticipation follows Cregger’s successful 2022 debut in the horror genre with Barbarian, signaling a rising force in the world of cinematic frights.
Must-See Horror Films Now Streaming
Barbarian (2022)
Zach Cregger’s breakout horror film, Barbarian, follows Tess (Georgina Campbell) as she discovers another tenant, Keith (bill Skarsgård), already occupying her Detroit rental. What begins as an awkward encounter quickly descends into a nightmare, revealing secrets far more terrifying than a double-booked lodging.The film’s unpredictable narrative and unsettling atmosphere have cemented its place as a modern horror staple.
Smile (2022)
Parker Finn’s directorial debut, Smile, delivers a chilling psychological experience. the story centers on Laura (Sosie Bacon), a therapist haunted by a patient’s apparent suicide and a disturbing claim of being tormented by a sinister entity. As Laura investigates, she finds herself targeted by the same malevolent force, leading to a desperate fight for survival. A sequel, Smile 2, starring naomi Scott, was released in 2024.
Talk to Me (2023)
From australian filmmakers Danny and Michael Philippou comes Talk to me, a supernatural horror that explores grief and the dangers of reckless curiosity. The film follows Mia (Sophie Wilde) as she experiments with an embalmed hand that allows her to communicate with spirits. However, the game quickly spirals out of control, unleashing terrifying consequences.
Pro Tip: This film is known for its intense scares and unsettling imagery, so prepare yourself for a truly frightening experience.
Creep (2014)
Mark Duplass and Patrick Brice deliver a uniquely unsettling experience in Creep. The found-footage film follows videographer Aaron (Brice) as he documents the final days of Josef (Duplass),a man with a terminal illness. as Aaron spends more time with josef, he uncovers a disturbing truth that challenges his perception of reality. The film spawned a sequel, Creep 2 (2017), and a 2024 television series, The Creep Tapes.
I Am the pretty Thing That Lives in the House (2016)
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