40 People Share Horror Movies That Actually Scared Them
There is nothing better than a good horror movie if you're a thrill-seeker.
It takes a lot to frighten horror lovers, and Reddit users have shared the films in this genre that scared them and made them switch on the lights. Even the best-looking horror films with intriguing concepts require a fright element.
While some individuals prefer jump scares and others want more atmosphere, one thing is certain: a horror film that isn't frightening will be a boring experience. Thankfully, whether their stories are slashers or spooky, many directors have figured out how to scare audiences.
Users on Reddit have shared their thoughts on the horror films that have scared them the most, ranging from classics that many fans of the genre adore to more modern films that have sent shivers down their spines. The best horror films are those that we will never forget seeing for the first time.
We remember where we sat in the theater and who was there with us. The first time we see the greatest horror films of all time is genuinely unforgettable, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't watch them again.
You're probably here to make sure you haven't overlooked any truly horrific horror films. You could even come across some essential classics that need to be rewatched.
So, here is the list:
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7. This is disturbing in so many ways...
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8. The Blair Witch Project
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9. The Amityville Horror
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10. Jacob's Ladder
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11. The Ring
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12. Luckily, there is a solution. Just watch Scary Movie 3
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13. Event Horizon
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14. The Grudge
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15. Paranormal Activity
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16. Gerald's Game
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17. It Follows
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18. The Haunting of Hill House
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According to one theory, the adrenaline rush that comes with witnessing a horror film's most frightful and disturbing moments is where the genre's genuine enchantment is found. Brain-eating zombies, purge-style home invasions, slashers, things that go bump in the night, and demonic possessions are among the horror genre's most popular themes.
Simply put, horror films are a part of film history. Curling up with a scary movie on a dark night is what many of us consider an ideal night in, whether you enjoy the adrenaline rush of a horror film or prefer regular jump scares.
19. The Strangers
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20. Halloween
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21. Lights Out
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22. You have to say it three times... Candyman
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23. X-Files
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24. Atterados
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25. Nightmare on Elm Street and Freddy Krueger
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26. The Fourth Kind
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27. The Exorcism of Emily Rose
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28. The Shining
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29. Dark Skies
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30. The Mothman Prophecies
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31. Us
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32. The Final Destination
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33. Carrie. The classic
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34. The Witch
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35. The Conjuring
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36. Hannibal, the series
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37. Midsommar - it details the pagan rituals of a Swedish cult called the Håga
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38. Another classic - Poltergeist
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39. Jeepers Creepers. That song....
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40. Tommyknockers
King wrote The Tommyknockers at a time when substance abuse was a significant part of his life.
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So, what do you think about this list? Do you agree with the Redditors here?
Which movies are most likely to make you jump out of your skin? And, most importantly, are you in the mood for some good horror movies?
We know we are. We’ve picked up some ideas about the next film we will watch.
How about you? What will you choose, classic or modern?