May might not be the month most commonly associated with horror. However, the best horror movies on Hulu and other streaming services are perfect for pretty much any time of the year. These scary pictures are ideal for horror fans looking for chills and thrills all year round, largely because Hulu’s horror library is the best of any streaming service out there.
Unlike other streamers, Hulu’s horror collection is considerable and full of recognizable titles and original efforts.Hulu has a library so large that it might be easy to get lost in it. To help, we at Digital Trends have done the work of going through Hulu’s mighty collection of scary movies and selecting the best ones to keep you up at night. Here’s our roundup of the best horror movies on Hulu you can stream right now.
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Honeymoon (2014)
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5.7/10The 2014 supernatural horror movie Honeymoon stars Rose Leslie and Harry Treadaway. They play a newlywed couple celebrating their honeymoon in a secluded cabin in the Canadian forest. However, their bliss is disrupted after a series of strange events. Like the best horror movies, Honeymoon places a higher emphasis on atmospheric chills than jump-out-of-your-seat scares, resulting in a quiet, anxiety-inducing nightmare that could make one second-guess the person they’re sleeping next to. Further benefitting from Treadaway and Leslie’s performances, Honeymoon is a sci-fi horror that deserves far more attention from fans of the genre.
False Positive (2021)
54%
4.6/10The unlikely trio of Ilana Glazer, Justin Theroux, and former James Bond Pierce Brosnan join forces for the 2021 horror film False Positive. The plot centers on Lucy and Adrian, a couple who seemingly meet the perfect fertility doctor, the respected John Hindle. Their efforts pay off, and Lucy becomes pregnant. However, she soon begins to suspect there’s something wrong with Hindle, and her suspicions lead her to discover the truth behind the doctor’s charm. False Positive plays on a primal fear to tell its horror story, and it often pulls it off. Its ambition might be too big for its grasp, but the film remains a worthy and visceral experience that’s greatly enhanced by Glazer’s committed performance and a remarkably eerie portrayal from the ever-reliable Brosnan.
Funhouse (2019)
5.2/10If a Skarsgård is involved, you can bet the horror movie will be worth your time. This time, it’s Valter Skarsgård who stars in Funhouse as a washed-up reality TV star who’s invited to participate in a reality show along with other C-listers. The catch? The losers are all killed in brutal ways. Funhouse doesn’t do nearly as much as it could with its premise and it fails to comment on the nature of online celebrity and the public’s obsession with infamy. Still, a game cast and gory, over-the-top kills make this a solid effort, especially for those horror fans looking for something that might have previously flown under their radar.
Flesh & Blood (2018)
6.2/10An entry in Hulu’s anthology series Into the Dark, Flesh & Blood follows teenager Kimberly, who’s living with agoraphobia and hasn’t left her house since her mother’s unresolved murder. On Thanksgiving Eve, she begins suspecting her father might be hiding a sinister secret in her home, which sets of a series of events that escalate rapidly. Although dealing with a familiar premise, Flesh & Blood rises on the strength of its cast, especially a chilling Dermot Mulroney and an impressive Diana Silvers, who crafts a final girl for a new generation.
The Clovehitch Killer (2018)
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6.5/10Two-time Emmy nominee Dylan McDermott stars in the 2018 coming-of-age horror thriller The Clovehitch Killer. The story revolves around Tyler, whose seemingly idyllic family is torn apart when he discovers a cache of discriminatory photos that seemingly link his father to the murder of several girls a decade prior. Loosely inspired by the real-life case of the BTK killer, The Clovehitch Killer excels with a perfect mix of engaging mystery and near-unbearable tension. Its exploration of American family values and the trap of suburbia is as eerie as it is insightful, and the performances are particularly strong, especially from the young Charlie Plummer and a remarkably unsettling McDermott.
A Quiet Place Part II (2021)
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7.2/10Academy Award nominee Emily Blunt returns as the lead in John Krasinski’s postapocalyptic horror film A Quiet Place Part II. Joined by her future Oppenheimer co-star Cillian Murphy and the ever-underrated Djimon Hounsou, Blunt reprises her role as Evelyn, the now–widowed mother of three who must venture into the outside world to protect her family. The sequel to the highly successful 2018 horror film A Quiet Place, A Quiet Place Part II offers more of the thrilling and tense chills that made the original such a success while successfully expanding its worldbuilding. Just as scary and even more ambitious, this is one sequel that lives up to the original.
Splinter (2008)
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6.1/10An underrated gem of the 2000s, Splinter offers the perfect mix of horror and sci-fi. The plot follows a couple who get kidnapped by a pair of small-time crooks and taken to a remote gas station. There, they become targets of a violent parasitic horde, and all four must outsmart the creatures if they want to survive. Benefitting from a small-scale, yet effective screenplay and a memorable performance by the incredibly talented Shea Whigham, Splinter is a surprisingly scary thriller that makes the most out of its premise and claustrophobic setting. It never takes itself too seriously, resulting in a film that horror fans will enjoy and will probably want to watch again.
It Lives Inside (2023)
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5.2/10It Lives Inside centers on high school student Samidha, who rejects her Indian heritage in an effort to fit in with her friends. However, when a vengeful demonic spirit takes over her former best friend, Sam will need to reconcile with her heritage to save her friend and defeat the demon. It Lives Inside features the right balance between supernatural scares and social commentary. but the healthy dose of Indian folklore is the real hook here, and the high school setting greatly enhances the film’s messages about belonging and adapting. Overall, It Lives Inside is quite an impressive debut for director Bishal Dutta and further proof that Indian culture should play a larger role in mainstream horror.
Cobweb (2023)
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5.9/10Lizzy Caplan and The Boys‘ Antony Starr headline the 2023 horror film Cobweb. The plot centers on Peter, a young boy raised by two overbearing and overprotective parents, When he begins hearing noises from the other side of his wall, he begins suspecting something sinister might be lurking. Borrowing from films that came before, particularly Wes Craven’s 1991 horror comedy The People Under the Stairs, Cobweb offers a wicked and chilling take on family secrets that will have every fan checking under the bed before turning off the light. The film might not reinvent the genre, but it offers enough genuinely chilling moments to earn a reputation as a worthwhile horror effort.
Slotherhouse (2023)
In the pantheon of utterly ridiculous horror premises, Slotherhouse surely has a place of honor. The plot follows Emily, a girl trying to become president of her sorority. She adopts a cute sloth to try and earn more votes, but soon, the animal proves itself dangerous, and Emily and her friends must fight to stay alive. Slotherhouse is absurd in the best possible way: it never tries to be anything more than what it is, embracing its nature as a campy B-movie and making the most out of it. Few horror comedies are as gleefully ridiculous as this one, and that’s Slotherhouse‘s greatest strength: its ability to laugh at its bonkers premise, thus making the audience laugh along.
Werewolves Within (2021)
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6.0/10One of the best video game adaptations ever, Werewolves Within is a criminally underrated horror comedy that deserves a lot more fans. The plot follows the inhabitants of a rural town in Vermont, who become trapped in an inn because of a violent snowstorm. Tensions rise when they begin suspecting one of them is the werewolf who has been wreaking havoc in the community. Funny and witty without forgetting to be scary, Werewolves Within is a pulpy and instantly memorable throwback to the ’80s classics that saw the horror genre thrive. Come for the severed body parts, but stay for the genuine heartfelt story.
Scream (2022)
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6.3/10Over a decade after fans’ last visit to Woodsboro, the Scream franchise came back to life with a fifth film in 2022. Simply titled Scream, the film follows Sam Carpenter, who returns to Woodsboro after her sister, Tara, is attacked by a new Ghostface. With a new killer on the loose and teenagers dying left and right, the original trio — Sidney Prescott, Gale Weathers, and Dewey Riley — returns for another fight against their perennial masked nemesis. Scream successfully revitalizes the franchise and updates it for the 2020s, introducing a new group of core characters and proving that this slasher’s unique formula is far from outdated.
28 Weeks Later (2007)
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6.9/10Robert Carlyle stars in Juan Carlos Fresnadillo’s follow-up to Danny Boyle’s now-iconic 2002 film 28 Days Later. The plot sees two siblings inadvertently reintroducing the Rage Virus into a safe zone in London, and the efforts of NATO military forces to salvage the territory. A standalone sequel to Boyle’s sleeper hit, 28 Weeks Later is a worthy continuation of a story that has become uncomfortably relatable. The film benefits from an outstanding performance from Carlyle and a stellar supporting cast that includes Jeremy Renner, Idris Elba, and Rose Byrne. It’s more focused on action thrills than human chills compared to its predecessor, but 28 Weeks Later remains a spectacular and unnerving horror thriller.
Haunting of the Queen Mary (2023)
4.1/10Gary Shore’s 2023 British horror film Haunting of Queen Mary stars Alice Eve and Joel Fry. Combining past and present, the film follows two storylines: a family’s strange and violent experiences aboard the vessel on Halloween 1938, and their connection to another family aboard the ocean liner in the present day. Borrowing heavily from the ship’s infamous real-life reputation, Haunting of Queen Mary does the most with its premise, largely thanks to a committed cast. Atmospheric and genuinely chilling, the film is a well-crafted and well-acted horror story that might not reinvent the genre, but offers enough twists and frights to make it a worthwhile viewing experience.
Umma (2022)
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4.7/10Thirteen-time Emmy nominee Sandra Oh (The Sympathizer) stars in the 2022 supernatural horror film Umma. The story concerns Amanda, a woman leading a quiet rural life with her daughter, Chrissy, on a farm. Their lives are upended when the remains of Amanda’s mother arrive from Korean, kicking off a chain of supernatural events. The film could’ve benefitted from a more atmospheric approach, and the excessive presence of genre clichés can get a little grating. However, Oh’s passionate performance almost always elevates the material, making Umma an uneven but ultimately satisfying experience for all those looking for a classic horror tale.
Bone Tomahawk (2015)
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7.1/10Kurt Russell stars in S. Craig Zahler’s Western horror film Bone Tomahawk, opposite an ensemble that also includes Patrick Wilson and Oscar-nominee Richard Jenkins. The plot follows Franklin Hunt, a small-town sheriff who leads a small group — including his deputy, a gunslinger, and a cowboy — to rescue three people from a group of cannibalistic cave dwellers. Violent, riveting, and featuring a stellar turn from Russell, Bone Tomahawk is a refreshing blend of genres that offers a tense, slow-building, yet engaging narrative that will satisfy fans of both horror and the ever-present Western genre.
Mandy (2018)
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6.5/10No actor is as committed to sheer, unadulterated intensity as Nicolas Cage. The Oscar winner is at his most unhinged in Panos Cosmatos’ horror action film Mandy, about a couple whose idyllic and secluded life is disrupted by a brutal cult. A stylish, original, blood-soaked revenge thriller, Mandy is action-packed and exciting. It’s a savage and surreal tale of vengeance that benefits greatly from Cosmatos’ assured direction. However, this is Cage’s show, and the actor relishes every demented minute of it, offering a wild, yet fascinating and brave performance that few, if any, actors could pull off.
Watcher (2022)
72%
6.3/10Modern scream queen Maika Monroe stars in the 2022 psychological horror thriller Watcher. The plot centers on Julia, a young American actress who moves to Bucharest, Romania, with her boyfriend. Her mental state deteriorates as she begins suspecting a stranger who watches her from across the street is the serial killer terrorizing the city. Like many of the best-regarded thrillers, Watcher rises on the strength of a clear vision and a terrific central performance. Director Chloe Okuno is perfectly suited for the material, and Monroe is outstanding as the increasingly fragile Julia, resulting in a chilling thriller that might not subvert expectations, but certainly entertains and disturbs.
The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
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6.8/10Emile Hirsch and Brian Cox star in the underrated 2016 supernatural horror film The Autopsy of Jane Doe. The story sees a father and son performing an autopsy on a beautiful Jane Doe, only to discover increasingly dangerous and terrifying secrets. Unlike other supernatural horror movies, The Autopsy of Jane Doe relies on suggestion rather than overt terror, largely succeeding thanks to a clever screenplay and Hirsch and Cox’s performances. And while director André Øvredal’s recent efforts have left a lot to be desired, The Autopsy of Jane Doe remains one of his most effective and creepy efforts.
Bad Hair (2021)
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5.6/10Director Justin Simien’s 2020 satirical horror comedy Bad Hair is among the most daring projects in recent memory. The film tells the story of Anna, a young woman who gets a weave to succeed in the cutthroat world of music. However, her journey to stardom faces unprecedented dangers when she comes to believe her new hair has a mind of its own. Bad Hair‘s reach far exceeds its grasp, but one must respect it for trying. The screenplay attempts many things, and while it’s quite uneven, the film remains a truly zany and campy mix of ideas and genres that must be seen to be believed.
The Boogeyman (2023)
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5.9/10Based on Stephen King’s famous short story, The Boogeyman follows a grieving family attempting to recover from their matriarch’s recent death. Things take a sinister turn when a desperate patient visits the father and leaves behind a predatory entity that preys on pain and suffering. Although it doesn’t do nearly as much as it could with its fascinating premise, The Boogeyman remains an effectively twisty and chilling exercise in dread that further confirms the close bond between horror and grief.
Alien (1979)
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8.5/10Ridley Scott’s masterful hybrid of horror and sci-fi remains as refreshing and terrifying today as it was in 1979. Sigourney Weaver stars as sci-fi heroine Ellen Ripley, who must fight against a hostile alien force targeting the crewmembers of the commercial space tug Nostromo. Alien is a triumph of the horror genre, a stellar marriage of mystery and science fiction that results in one of cinema’s most terrifying films. Making the most out of its ambitious premise, Alien is a claustrophobic master class in tension and dread and is also one of the best sci-fi movies in cinematic history.
Prey (2022)
71%
7.1/10The Predator franchise has had numerous ups and downs, but 2022’s Prey might just be its finest hour yet. The plot centers on Naru, a young Comanche woman who must defend her tribe against the Predator, a vicious alien that hunts humans for sport. Taking the series’ main themes and effectively translating them to a more visceral approach, Prey is a remarkable achievement and a compelling action vehicle. Although it’s more of a thriller than an outright horror film, Prey‘s atmospheric tone and effective jump scares will have audiences on the edge for a full 100 minutes.
Clock (2023)
5.0/10The ever underrated Dianna Agron stars in the 2023 sci-fi horror thriller Clock. The plot revolves around Ella, a young, successful woman who doesn’t want children. Pressured by her friends and family, Ella enrolls in a clinical trial to “fix” her seemingly broken biological clock. Clock‘s admittedly over-the-top plot might lack the subtlety of other, more cerebral marriages of sci-fi and horror. Still, Agron’s confident performance and the film’s themes of societal pressures and expectations make it a worthwhile and even thought-provoking horror picture.
Good Boy (2020)
6.2/10Who said horror movies can’t be somewhat cute? The amazing Judy Greer stars in Good Boy, the second installment of the Into the Dark series. The plot follows Maggie, who gets an emotional support dog to help with her anxiety. Although things go great at first, Maggie soon discovers her best boy will go to extreme, murderous lengths to protect her against unwanted strangers. Sweet, yet still scary, Good Boy is further proof that Greer can elevate any material with her considerable talents. The plot is uneven, but there are enough thrills here to make it the best Into the Dark installment in recent memory.
Infinity Pool (2023)
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6.0/10Horror-icons-in-the-making Alexander Skarsgård and Mia Goth star in Brandon Cronenberg’s 2023 sci-fi horror film Infinity Pool. The plot centers on a couple whose resort vacation turns into a nightmare of hedonism, violence, and horror after they’re seduced by an alluring young woman. Full of Cronenberg’s trademark surreal and brutal themes and imagery and powered by Skarsgård and Goth’s committed performances, Infinity Pool is a truly shocking experience that’s not for the weak of stomach or mind.
Monsters (2010)
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6.4/10Gareth Edwards’ Monsters is set in a world where Mexico has become quarantined after a space probe crash-landed in South America, spreading anew and dangerous life form. The film follows a journalist and a tourist journeying across the infected zone and to the safety of the U.S.-Mexico border. Benefitting from an intriguing premise and Edwards’ deft approach, Monsters is a compelling sci-fi horror movie with impressive visual effects and a chilling, anxiety-ridden plot. Its politics are clumsy and too on the nose, but the film remains a worthy watch for sci-fi horror lovers.
Pilgrim (2019)
5.6/10The 2019 horror movie Pilgrim shows how easily a Thanksgiving celebration can descend into chaos. The film follows a woman who invites pilgrim reenactors to her family’s Thanksgiving dinner to remind them of their privilege and bring them closer together. However, the gathering turns deathly when the actors refuse to break character. Pilgrim is the kind of farcical, almost ridiculous horror movie that both thrills and entertains. Over-the-top and with a healthy dose of campy humor, Pilgrim is the perfect movie for a holiday-themed horror marathon.
Escape Room (2019)
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6.4/10Taylor Russell stars in the 2019 psychological horror film Escape Room. Set during Thanksgiving break, the film follows six strangers who participate in an elaborate escape room puzzle for the chance to win $10,000. The catch? Each room is filled with death traps, and this is actually a life-or-death game. Although far from perfect, Escape Room is entertaining and consistently thrilling, featuring an impressively committed cast and a series of innovative traps that would make the Saw movies quiver with excitement.
No One Will Save You (2023)
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6.3/10Emmy-nominee Kaitlyn Dever stars in Brian Duffield’s 2023 horror film No One Will Save You. The plot centers on an anxious introvert living in her childhood home who must battle an alien trying to invade her space. A nearly silent nightmare with only five audible pieces of dialogue, No One Will Save You is an atmospheric and electrifying home invasion thriller. Dever commands the screen, deftly guiding the plot using only the strength of her incredibly expressive face.
Skinamarink (2023)
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4.9/10Canadian irrational horror film Skinamarink went viral on social media earlier this year. The film follows two children who wake up at night to realize their father is gone and their home’s windows and doors have vanished. Skinamarink is among the most recent examples of the audience-versus-critics divide. The latter praised its daring nature and themes, while many viewers found it frustrating and boring. However, Skinamarink remains provocative, intriguing, and above all scary, thanks to an atmospheric approach that will leave audiences shaking.
The Babadook (2014)
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6.8/10The 2014 Australian psychological horror picture The Babadook is based on director Jennifer Kent’s 2005 short Monster. The film tells the story of a single mother reeling from her husband’s death who must confront her son’s fear of a monster lurking in their house. Clever and genuinely terrifying, The Babadook is a triumph of the horror genre, boasting a compelling and emotional story rooted in raw and real feelings most audiences will sympathize with. An eerie atmosphere and a singularly creepy villain further make The Babadook the perfect marriage between art and horror.
Villains (2019)
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6.2/10Modern horror icon Bill Skarsgård joins Maika Monroe, Jeffrey Donovan, and Kyra Sedgwick in Derek Berk and Robert Olsen’s 2019 black comedy/horror movie Villains. The plot revolves around Mickey and Jules, two lovebirds whose car breaks down after they ineptly rob a bank. Seeking refuge in a nearby house, the couple stumbles upon a dark secret lurking in the basement. Wickedly funny and featuring impressive performances from its talented cast, Villains is a horror comedy for those looking for some laughs to go with their screams.
Personal Shopper (2016)
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6.1/10Academy Award nominee Kristen Stewart stars in Olivier Assayas’ 2016 supernatural psychological thriller Personal Shopper. The plot follows Maureen, a personal shopper and medium attempting to communicate with her recently-deceased twin brother. Like most of Assayas’ best films, Personal Shopper is quiet, subtle, and frustrating. However, several tonal shifts that keep the plot moving and a magnetic lead performance from Stewart make it an entrancing and thought-provoking exploration of life and loss worthy of the audience’s time.
Titane (2021)
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6.5/10Julia Ducournau’s Palm d’Or-winning body horror film Titane stars Agathe Rousselle and Vincent Lindon. The plot centers on a serial killer with a titanium plate in her head who develops a complicated relationship with a man after posing as his long-lost son to avoid capture. Blending elements of psychological thriller and body horror, Titane is among the most original and boldest films of the new millennium, an unforgettable experience for fans of elevated horror.
The Omen (1976)
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7.5/10Richard Donner’s classic The Omen is an institution in the horror genre. Cinematic icons Gregory Peck and Lee Remick star in the story about a couple whose child becomes the prime suspect in a series of violent deaths, leading them to believe he might be the Antichrist. A gorefest that makes the most out of its over-the-top premise, The Omen is an exercise in dread powered by a deliciously creepy performance from Harvey Stephens. The film launched a franchise, although the subsequent efforts have failed to match the original’s influence.
Crimes of the Future (2022)
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5.9/10Body horror maestro reunites with Viggo Mortensen for his 2020 horror sci-fi Crimes of the Future, co-starring Léa Seydoux and Kristen Stewart. Set in a dystopian future where human evolution has made most humans immune to pain and disease, the film follows a performance artist who performs surgery on himself before live audiences. Although far from Cronenberg’s best picture, Crimes of the Future remains a must-watch for fans of the director’s singular mix of body horror and thought-provoking ideas.
Hellraiser (2022)
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6.0/10A reboot of the venerable Hellraiser franchise, Hellraiser follows a young woman recovering from addiction. When she receives a mysterious box capable of summoning humanoid beings with sadistic impulses, she must confront the dangerous demonic forces responsible for her brother’s disappearance.
Featuring a spectacular performance from Jamie Clayton as the iconic villain Pinhead, Hellraiser is a welcome return to form for a franchise that spent far too long neck-deep in mediocrity.
Run (2020)
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6.7/10Emmy nominee Sarah Paulson stars in the 2020 psychological thriller Run. The film revolves around Chloe, a young woman who has spent her life controlled by her overbearing mother. However, as Chloe enters adolescence, she begins questioning her life and her mother’s role in it. Powered by Paulson’s committed performance, and with a smart and pleasantly surprising screenplay, Run is an effective and suspenseful thriller that will keep audiences on the edge.
Fresh (2022)
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6.7/10Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones star in the horror thriller Fresh. The film follows Noa, a young woman frustrated with dating apps, who begins a relationship with the charming Steve. When the two go for a weekend getaway, Noa discovers the many sinister secrets Steve has been hiding. Benefitting from Edgar-Jones and Stan’s performances and with clever insights into the horrors of modern dating, Fresh is a chilling horror story with poignant social critique.
Pooka! (2018)
Hulu’s Into the Dark series has served as a powerful forum for established and up-and-coming genre directors to showcase new and exciting horror films, and while we’ve already covered Treehouse (directed by James Roday), we’d also like to shine some morbid light on director Nacho Vigalondo’s contribution to the anthology. It’s a film called Pooka! that stars Nyasha Hatendi as a man named Wilson who takes an acting job as a costumed creature named Pooka, a beast based on a popular new holiday toy that’s selling like crazy. But as the toy’s popularity reaches new heights, Wilson begins experiencing wild hallucinations with murderous conclusions. A fitting genre feast for the Christmas season, Vigalondo clearly had a ton of fun with his off-the-wall concept, and so will you.
Hatching (2022)
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6.2/10You Are Not My Mother (2022)
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5.8/10Little Monsters (2019)
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6.3/10Held (2020)
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5.2/10Agnes (2021)
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3.9/10Gaia (2021)
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5.6/10Willy's Wonderland (2021)
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5.5/10Wounds (2019)
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4.1/10We Need to Do Something (2021)
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4.5/10Censor (2021)
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