Top 16 Horror Movies to Watch on TV This Week

Are you looking for a heart-pounding movie that’ll make you jump right out of your seat? This list of the top 16 best horror movies to watch right now will give you a serious adrenaline rush and keep you sleeping with the lights on for days.

Keep an eye on this list as it is updated with the latest and greatest horror movies, so you can be sure you’re in the loop. From The Black Phone to Life, this list will help horror movie fans stay up to date on the most popular horror movies available.

TOP 16 HORROR MOVIES TO WATCH

Let’s get started. Here are the trending horror movies that movie-watchers are enjoying right now, with all the information you need to check them out for yourself.

1. ‘The Black Phone’

Prepare to be gripped by the eerie horror movie of 2021, The Black Phone. The film’s central character, a bright yet introverted 13-year-old named Finney Shaw, finds himself trapped in a soundproof basement by a ruthless, masked murderer. His only lifeline, strangely enough, is a disconnected phone on the wall; a phone that curiously starts ringing. As Finney picks up, he is haunted by the chilling whispers of the killer’s past victims, all intent on ensuring their horrifying fate is not repeated by the young boy. A spine-chilling journey of resilience in the face of unimaginable horror, The Black Phone promises to leave its audience utterly captivated.

2. ‘Misery’

Trapped in a world between life and death, captivating novelist Paul Sheldon (James Caan) finds his fate at the mercy of a seemingly benevolent stranger in Stephen King’s masterpiece, Misery (1990). After a horrific car crash, Sheldon is rescued by former nurse Annie Wilkes (Kathy Bates), who portrays herself as his most ardent fan.

However, this terrifying thrill-ride takes a sinister turn as Annie’s obsession intensifies upon discovering Sheldon’s plan to kill her favorite character. As this heart-pounding cat-and-mouse game escalates, Sheldon fights his life, creativity and sanity in a desperate plan to escape the deadly clutches of his violently obsessive captor. With each turn more horrifying than the last, Misery is an edge-of-your-seat masterpiece of psychological horror that will keep you guessing until the final page.

3. ‘Get Out’

In Jordan Peele’s 2017 groundbreaking thriller Get Out, the seemingly golden milestone in a relationship turns into a spiraling nightmare. Protagonist Chris and his girlfriend Rose embark on a weekend getaway to meet her parents. Their overly accommodating behavior appears at first as a clumsy way of handling their daughter’s interracial relationship. As the weekend unravels, a chilling tapestry of disturbing discoveries leisurely hints at an unimaginable reality. Brace yourself for a clever weave of social commentary and thrilling suspense, that will have you questioning the true nature of every welcoming smile.

4. ‘The Shining’

Get ready to be gripped by the chilling atmosphere of the Overlook Hotel in Stanley Kubrick’s cinematic masterpiece The Shining from 1980. Iconic actor Jack Nicholson stars as Jack Torrance, a frustrated writer seeking solace in isolation to overcome his creative block. However, the tranquility begins to shatter as his son Danny, played brilliantly by Danny Lloyd, experiences terrifying psychic visions.

Nicholson’s descent into madness is brilliantly depicted, as the hotel’s sinister past seeps into the present, setting the stage for a terrifying climax. Shelley Duvall, in her role as Wendy, gives an unforgettable performance as a wife trapped in her husband’s growing insanity. This unforgettable film is a must for anyone who enjoys heart-stopping tension, harrowing performances, and elegantly crafted horror.

5. ‘Final Destination 5’

6. ‘ The Conjuring 2’

In The Conjuring 2 (2016), paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren return to confront one of their most terrifying cases yet. Called to Enfield, England, they encounter a struggling single mother and her four children plagued by an ominous entity lurking within their home. What begins as an unsettling poltergeist case quickly spirals into something far more sinister, testing the Warrens’ faith, resilience, and Lorraine’s visions of an unspeakable evil.

As supernatural forces tighten their grip on the young Janet Hodgson, the couple must race against time to uncover the truth before malevolent darkness claims another soul. A masterful blend of suspense and supernatural dread, The Conjuring 2 delivers an atmospheric horror experience that lingers long after the final exorcism.

7. ‘Leprechaun’

Experience terror with a twist in Leprechaun (1992), when a blissful Irish vacation turned heist sends Dan O’Grady (Shay Duffin) spiraling into a deadly game of cat and mouse. After pilfering 100 golden coins from an unhinged leprechaun (Warwick Davis), O’Grady finds his home infested by the diminutive demon, whom he successfully locks away.

Fast forward ten years, J.D. Redding (John Sanderford) and his daughter Tory (Jennifer Aniston), unwittingly unleash the murderous sprite when they rent O’Grady’s property. What follows is a chilling pursuit as the leprechaun embarks on a relentless rampage to reclaim his stolen fortune. You’ll be on the edge of your seat, bewitched by this unique blend of horror and the fantastical.

8. ‘Zombieland’

Dive into the cataclysmic realm of undead apocalypse in the 2009 blockbuster, Zombieland. After a virus transforms majority of the population into zombies, a faction of four remarkable survivors initiates a daring feat for survival. In an act of valor and daring, Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson), Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Wichita (Emma Stone), and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin), embark on a perilous journey towards a rumored sanctuary in Los Angeles, fortifying their ranks with uncanny survival skills and zombie-killing techniques.

The world teeters on the brink of annihilation, and the only law governing the land is the survival of the fittest. Immerse yourself in a film that redefines the boundaries of the zombie trope and reinterprets survival instincts in its truest form.

9. ‘The Front Room’

10. ‘Prey for the Devil’

Unleashed in 2022, Prey for the Devil is a riveting narrative of faith, fear, and fight against the forces of darkness. Amidst an alarming surge in demonic possessions worldwide, The Roman Catholic Church makes a desperate move to bring back schools training priests for exorcisms. Despite the dictum barring nuns, Sister Ann, with her exceptional abilities, is handpicked for training by a discerning professor.

Plunged into the spiritual battleground, she has to confront a chilling déjà vu — a young girl possessed by the same malevolent entity that once tormented her mother. Will Sister Ann triumph over this menacing evil? The suspense will have you on the edge until the last minute.

11. ‘Alone in the Dark’

Prepare to be plunged into a realm of supernatural terror in the 2005 thriller, Alone in the Dark. The film stars Christian Slater as Edward Carnby, a paranormal investigator battling creatures from a parallel world that is hauntingly close to our own. As the unknown monsters of shadow and darkness become increasingly threatening, Carnby is joined in his quest by Aline Cedrac, played by Tara Reid, a brilliant anthropologist who could hold the key to the eerie mystery. With chilling twists and heart-stopping moments throughout, Alone in the Dark will demand your full attention till the end.

12. ‘Nope’

2022’s Nope is a nerve-wracking, enigmatic tale that draws you into a world where what’s happening in the skies is as unsettling as on the ground. Centered around a man and his sister, the pair unravels something horrifying occurring in the skies above their California horse ranch. Their unsettling discovery is juxtaposed by the actions of a greedy theme park owner nearby, who is keen to cash in on the extraordinary, alien occurrences. Nope masterfully intertwines the feelings of dread and commercial opportunism, painting a chilling portrait of our contemporary world where profit often shadows the ominous truth.

13. ‘Cocaine Bear’

In the tragi-comic thriller of 2023, Cocaine Bear, a seemingly tranquil Georgian forest becomes the stage for an unimaginably bizarre and tension-filled drama. When a 500-pound black bear consumes an alarming amount of cocaine, its drug-induced rampage sends shockwaves through an eccentric ensemble of characters. Cops, criminals, wandering tourists and innocent teenagers find their paths dangerously converging, quickly transforming an idyllic woodland excursion into a race for survival against an unhinged beast. Cocaine Bear is a wild cinematic ride that deftly blends elements of horror, drama, and offbeat comedy, guaranteeing an experience unlike any other.

14. ‘The Devil’s Advocate’

In the chilling and thought-provoking movie, The Devil’s Advocate (1997), the pursuit of success takes a dark turn. Enter the world of ambitious Florida defense lawyer Kevin Lomax, convincingly played by Keanu Reeves. When Lomax accepts a position at a high-powered New York law firm — led by the savage and charismatic John Milton, portrayed by Al Pacino — his life, and his wife Mary Ann’s (Charlize Theron), start to spiral out of control. Mary Ann’s reality becomes warped by nightmarish occurrences, while Kevin tangles with rising stakes on every case, only to discover that his mentor harbors a sinister plot that goes beyond the unscrupulous practice of law.

15. ‘Final Destination 2’

In Final Destination 2 (2003), Kimberly, stunningly portrayed by A.J. Cook, is haunted and terrified by a premonition of a gruesome highway collision that promises death not only to her but to her friends as well. As her haunting vision materializes, she ambushes the traffic behind her, saving their lives from the impending disaster. However, Death is not easily cheated. Now, Kimberly and her friends must navigate through the chilling game of fate, desperately trying to outsmart Death itself.

16. ‘Life’

Step aboard the International Space Station in the gripping science fiction thriller, Life (2009), starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Rebecca Ferguson and Ryan Reynolds. These astronauts are on the brink of the most crucial discovery in human history: extraterrestrial life on Mars. But as they delve deeper into their groundbreaking research, they quickly realize the alien life-form is far more intelligent, and horrifying, than they ever anticipated.

This nerve-wracking space adventure will take you on a perilous journey, as the unforeseen antagonist evolves rapidly, setting a trajectory of terror and suspense that will have you on the edge of your seat.

And there you have it: the top 16 horror movies to stream at home. Stay tuned for updates to come so you can keep up with the best content available right now.

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