These Teen Screams Are Your Watchlist Dreams: The Best Of Teen Horror TV
- 1Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Millie Bobby Brown
Stranger Things: A chilling concoction of mystery, suspense, and 80s nostalgia, Stranger Things hooks audiences with its engaging storyline and lovable cast, including Finn Wolfhard and Millie Bobby Brown. The series delves into the supernatural as a group of friends encounters a girl with psychokinetic powers and dangerous creatures from another dimension called the Upside Down.
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- 2R.L. Stine, Kathryn Short, Cody Jones
Goosebumps: Adapted from the beloved book series by R.L. Stine, Goosebumps translates the episodic, thrilling stories into a spine-chilling teen TV series. The standalone adventures delve into some of the most vivid fears of adolescence, making Goosebumps synonymous with all things creepy and mysterious.
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- 3Ross Hull, Raine Pare-Coull, Jodie Resther
Are You Afraid of the Dark?: As a cult classic, Are You Afraid of the Dark? is known for its spine-tingling and creepy tales. Centered around the Midnight Society - a group of teenagers sharing scary stories around a campfire - the show blends horror with moral lessons, catering to the fears and experiences of teenage viewers.
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Scream
Willa Fitzgerald, Bex Taylor-Klaus, John KarnaScream: Inspired by the iconic horror movie franchise, Scream: The TV Series delivers a refreshing spin on the whodunit slasher genre. As a new masked killer starts terrorizing the town of Lakewood, a group of teenagers is caught in the crossfire, with secrets and lies intensifying the twisted plot.
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- 5Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Riki Lindhome
Wednesday: As a spine-chilling coming-of-age series, Wednesday offers a fresh take on the iconic character of Wednesday Addams. As she hones her psychic ability and uncovers a supernatural conspiracy, viewers watch Wednesday navigate the treacherous waters of high school and family drama.
- 6Dylan McDermott, Connie Britton, Taissa Farmiga
American Horror Story: Packed with horrifying themes, gruesome murders, and haunted locations, American Horror Story keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. Each season tells a different terrifying tale delving into extreme horror concepts, featuring a remarkable ensemble cast that includes the likes of Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters.
- 7Michiel Huisman, Carla Gugino, Timothy Hutton
The Haunting of Hill House: Delving into the chilling psychological aspects of horror, The Haunting of Hill House explores the supernatural phenomena experienced by the Crain family. With a brilliant cast and gripping plot, the series expertly weaves past and present to unveil the secrets of the cursed Hill House.
- 8Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: A groundbreaking teen drama series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, couples action-packed supernatural battles with the tribulations of growing up. Sarah Michelle Gellar shines as Buffy Summers, the chosen one tasked with saving the world, while juggling school, relationships, and friendship.
- 9Kiernan Shipka, Ross Lynch, Lucy Davis
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina: A darker take on the beloved Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Chiling Adventures of Sabrina tells the tale of Sabrina Spellman, skilfully portrayed by Kiernan Shipka, as she juggles the challenges of being a half-witch and half-human. Straddling both worlds, the teen witch faces bloodthirsty monsters and cult-like groups in a profoundly eerie and alluring series.
- 10John Ritter, Richard Thomas, Annette O'Toole
It: Based on Stephen King's novel, It explores the terrifying encounters with a shape-shifting monster in the small town of Derry, Maine. Following a group of teens who dub themselves the 'Losers Club,' the show masterfully taps into adolescent insecurities and fears, sprinkled with the sinister presence of the horrifying Pennywise the Clown.
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- 12Darby Stanchfield, Connor Jessup, Emilia Jones
Locke & Key: Blending magical and spine-chilling elements, Locke & Key follows the Locke siblings, who discover enchanted keys capable of unlocking unimaginable powers and hidden worlds. However, a malevolent demon poses a terrifying threat to their newfound abilities.
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- 13Emma Roberts, Jamie Lee Curtis, Lea Michele
Scream Queens: Marrying wicked humor with gory horror, Scream Queens is a wildly entertaining, campy series set in a sorority house plagued by a masked killer. Featuring a star-studded cast and devilishly clever writing, this show fearlessly blends morbid comedy with genuinely terrifying suspense.
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- 14Tyler Posey, Dylan O'Brien, Holland Roden
Teen Wolf: Flipping the typical werewolf tale, Teen Wolf combines supernatural scares, action-packed drama, and a relatable high school backdrop. The series sees Tyler Posey lead as Scott McCall, who struggles to balance newfound powers and dangers with the growing pains of adolescence.
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Twin Peaks
Kyle MacLachlan, Michael Ontkean, Mädchen AmickTwin Peaks: A combination of supernatural intrigue and crime drama, Twin Peaks is a thrilling journey into a small town concealing dark secrets. Led by Kyle MacLachlan's indomitable Agent Dale Cooper, the surreal storylines and eerie atmosphere captivate audiences, cementing the show's status as a cult classic.
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- 16Lyliana Wray, Sam Ashe Arnold, Miya Cech
Are You Afraid of the Dark? is a thrilling reimagining of the classic 1990s horror-fantasy anthology series, captivating a new generation of audiences. The show weaves together chilling tales and enigmatic characters, as the young members of the Midnight Society gather around a campfire, sharing spine-tingling stories that explore the depths of fear and the supernatural.
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- 17Iman Benson, Igby Rigney, Ruth Codd
The Midnight Club: An adaptation of Christopher Pike's popular novels, The Midnight Club chronicles the mysterious events surrounding a group of terminally ill teenagers who share haunting, supernatural stories after hours, slowly unraveling a dark secret.
More The Midnight Club - 18Omri Katz, Justin Shenkarow, Mary Margaret Hume
Eerie, Indiana: A quirky teen series blending humor and horror, Eerie, Indiana showcases strange and unexplained events in a small Midwestern town. The show charms and scares in equal measure as its young protagonists, Marshall and Simon, uncover the supernatural happenings in their neighborhood.
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- 19Park Ji-hu, Yoon Chan-Young, Jo Yi-hyun
All of Us Are Dead: Venturing into the world of zombies, All of Us Are Dead brings an intense, shocking experience, as students trapped in a high school must navigate a terrifying reality after a zombie outbreak. The series showcases the fight for survival, pitting the emerging teen heroes against the undead.
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- 20Vera Farmiga, Freddie Highmore, Max Thieriot
Bates Motel: A chilling prequel to Hitchcock's Psycho, Bates Motel sees Vera Farmiga and Freddie Highmore masterfully portray Norma and Norman Bates, respectively. The series delves into the twisted relationship between mother and son, weaving a dark and complex narrative teeming with deceit, manipulation, and murder.
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- 21Britt Robertson, Thomas Dekker, Gale Harold
The Secret Circle: Set in a captivating world of modern witchcraft, The Secret Circle follows Cassie Blake, a new arrival in the town of Chance Harbor. As she discovers her lineage and a dark destiny, the show enthralls viewers with teenage drama, romance, and supernatural power struggles.
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- 22Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder, Nina Dobrev
The Vampire Diaries: A steamy and action-packed teen drama, The Vampire Diaries sees high-stakes romance and powerful supernatural beings collide. Centered around Nina Dobrev's Elena Gilbert, the series explores a love triangle with mysterious vampire brothers played by Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder.
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- 23Matthew Broderick, Krysta Rodriguez, Colin Ford
Daybreak: A post-apocalyptic high school dramedy, Daybreak immerses viewers in a world overrun by zombie-like creatures known as "ghoulies." The show expertly blends tongue-in-cheek humor with heart-pounding action, as the motley crew of teenage survivors navigate the treacherous landscape to save their loved ones.
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- 24Bailee Madison, Chandler Kinney, Maia Reficco
Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin: As a reboot of the successful Pretty Little Liars series, Original Sin combines dark secrets, intricate lies and a new generation of characters. The show is set in the same universe, interlinking ominous mysteries and scandalous twists that keep viewers guessing each step of the way.
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- 25Jake Manley, Kayla Heller, Sarah Grey
The Order: Delving into dark magic and hidden societies, The Order pits young pledges of a magical college society against terrifying supernatural beings. As they uncover ancient secrets and battle evil forces, the audience is drawn into their enthralling supernatural journey.
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- 26Madison Iseman, Brianne Tju, Ezekiel Goodman
I Know What You Did Last Summer: Echoing the chilling premise of the movie, the series follows the terrifying repercussions faced by a group of teenagers who harbor a deadly secret. As a mysterious figure stalks their every move, audiences are left waiting with bated breath for the next heart-stopping twist.
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- 27Troian Bellisario, Ashley Benson, Tyler Blackburn
Pretty Little Liars: Combining gripping teen drama with chilling mystery, Pretty Little Liars acquaints viewers with a charismatic circle of friends haunted by the disappearance of their ringleader, Alison. As blackmail and murder become intertwined with tender first loves and friendships, audiences are treated to a thrilling emotional rollercoaster.
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- 28Nicole Kang, Jim Parrack, Aleyse Shannon
Two Sentence Horror Stories: Masterfully condensing the power of horror into sharp, impactful bursts, Two Sentence Horror Stories explore chilling tales inspired by the popular internet trend. Each episode features a different style, theme and storyline like a series of eerie and powerful vignettes.
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- 29Oliver Masucci, Karoline Eichhorn, Jördis Triebel
Dark: This German series embraces time-travel, compelling characters and a deeply entangled storyline that keeps viewers guessing. Set in a small town plagued by mysterious disappearances, Dark masterfully employs its unique supernatural elements to create a mind-bending experience like no other.
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- 30Cara Theobold, Susan Wokoma, Arinze Kene
Crazyhead: A blend of horror and dark humor, Crazyhead follows two young women with the unique ability to see demons that hide among society. Together, they battle evil forces while navigating the complexities of friendship, love, and adulting in this quirky, entertaining, and supernatural series.
