Top 10 Best Horror Movies on Netflix You Need to Watch

Top 10 Best Horror Movies on Netflix

Horror movies never fail to interest us. Netflix is the go-to for horror fans, with its ever-expanding library of chilling films becoming a favorite among subscribers. From original productions to festival picks, Netflix’s horror catalog is vast and varied, making it tough to sift through the duds to find the truly terrifying. But don’t worry, we have listed the top 10 horror movies on Netflix.

Here are the top horror films you can stream on Netflix right now.

About the Horror Movies

Here are the details about horror movies on Netflix,

1. Apostle

Apostle is a 2018 gothic folk horror film by Gareth Evans. It stars Dan Stevens, Lucy Boynton, and Michael Sheen, among others. The movie premiered at Fantastic Fest in September 2018 and started streaming on Netflix on October 12, 2018. It’s about a British man trying to rescue his sister from a cult on a remote island. Critics generally gave it positive reviews.

2. Cam

Cam is a 2018 psychological horror film directed by Daniel Goldhaber and written by Isa Mazzei, based partly on Mazzei’s own experiences as a camgirl. It's the first film for both Goldhaber and Mazzei.

The movie stars Madeline Brewer, Patch Darragh, Melora Walters, Devin Druid, and Michael Dempsey. It was produced by Divide/Conquer, Blumhouse Productions, and Gunpowder & Sky.

Cam premiered at the Fantasia International Film Festival on July 18, 2018, and was released on Netflix on November 16, 2018. Critics generally liked it, praising the film's atmosphere, direction, and Brewer's performance.

3. Crimson Peak

Crimson Peak is a 2015 Gothic romance film directed by Guillermo del Toro. The movie stars Mia Wasikowska, Tom Hiddleston, Jessica Chastain, Charlie Hunnam, and Jim Beaver.

Set in Edwardian-era England, the story follows an aspiring writer who moves to a remote Gothic mansion in Cumberland with her new husband and his sister. As she settles into her new home, she tries to uncover the mystery behind the ghostly visions that haunt the mansion.

4. Fear Street Part 1: 1994

"Fear Street Part One: 1994" is a 2021 horror film directed by Leigh Janiak. It’s the first movie in the Fear Street trilogy, based on the book series by R.L. Stine. The story follows a teenager and her friends as they deal with a series of brutal murders and confront an evil force that has haunted their town for centuries.

The film features a cast including Kiana Madeira, Olivia Scott Welch, Benjamin Flores Jr., Julia Rehwald, Fred Hechinger, Ashley Zukerman, Darrell Britt-Gibson, and Maya Hawke.

5. Gerald's Game

"Gerald's Game" is a 2017 horror thriller directed by Mike Flanagan, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Jeff Howard. Based on Stephen King's 1992 novel, the film stars Carla Gugino and Bruce Greenwood.

It tells the story of a married couple who go to a remote house for a vacation. When the husband has a heart attack and dies suddenly, the wife is left handcuffed to the bed with no way to free herself and little hope of rescue. As she struggles to survive, she also confronts her own inner fears.

6. In the Tall Grass

In the Tall Grass is a 2019 Canadian horror film directed by Vincenzo Natali, based on a novella by Stephen King and Joe Hill. It stars Harrison Gilbertson, Laysla De Oliveira, Avery Whitted, Will Buie Jr., Rachel Wilson, and Patrick Wilson.

The film was first developed in early 2015, and Netflix bought the rights in May 2018. Filming took place in Toronto during the summer of 2018. It premiered at Fantastic Fest on September 20, 2019, and was released on Netflix on October 4, 2019.

The movie received mixed reviews. Critics liked the performances, the atmosphere, and how it stayed true to the novella but found the tone and dialogue inconsistent.

7. It Follows

It Follows is a 2014 horror film written and directed by David Robert Mitchell. It features Maika Monroe as a young woman who is chased by a supernatural being after a sexual encounter.

The film also stars Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi, and Lili Sepe in supporting roles. It premiered at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival and was later bought for distribution by Radius-TWC. After a successful limited release, it was widely released on March 27, 2015.

8. Texas Chainsaw Massacre

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a 1974 horror film made by Tobe Hooper, who also co-wrote it with Kim Henkel. The movie features actors like Marilyn Burns, Paul A. Partain, Edwin Neal, Jim Siedow, and Gunnar Hansen.

It tells the story of a group of friends who encounter a family of cannibals while traveling to visit an old homestead. The film was promoted as being based on true events to attract more viewers and subtly comment on the political climate of the time. Although the character Leatherface and some details were inspired by the real-life murderer Ed Gein, the overall story is mostly fictional.

9. Annabelle

Annabelle is a 2014 supernatural horror film directed by John R. Leonetti and written by Gary Dauberman. Produced by Peter Safran and James Wan, it stars Annabelle Wallis, Ward Horton, and Alfre Woodard.

Filming started in January 2014 in Los Angeles. The movie premiered at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on September 29, 2014, and was released in theaters across the U.S. on October 3, 2014, by Warner Bros. Pictures and New Line Cinema.

10. The Conjuring

The Conjuring is a 2013 horror film directed by James Wan and written by Chad Hayes and Carey W. Hayes. It's the first movie in The Conjuring Universe series. The film stars Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren, real-life paranormal investigators.

They help the Perron family, who are experiencing terrifying events in their new farmhouse in Rhode Island in 1971. The Warrens are known for their involvement in the famous Amityville Horror case, which inspired other horror films.