30 Funny Horror Movies to Watch for a Bloody Good Time
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Not everyone enjoys brutal slashers or twisty psychological thrillers. Luckily, there’s an entire sub-genre dedicated to funny horror movies, meaning it’s possible to indulge in a scary film without getting too scared. From recent additions like Bodies Bodies Bodies and Freaky to classic horror comedies like Critters and Gremlins, there are plenty of gems available to stream right now. Here are 30 funny horror movies to stream in 2023, that will make you laugh but hopefully won’t give you nightmares.
Scary Movie (2000)
The ultimate horror movie parody, 2000’s Scary Movie ignited a popular franchise and launched Anna Faris’ career. Drawing inspiration from teen slashers including I Know What You Did Last Summer and Scream, Scary Movie reveals how hilarious horror movies are when you really think about it.
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The Blackening (2023)
The Blackening follows a group of Black friends whose Juneteenth weekend getaway takes a sinister turn. In a cabin in the woods, the group stumbles across a racist board game, and subsequently finds themselves being hunted by a masked murderer. It’s a searing satire on the tokenism often found in slasher films.
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Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022)
A hurricane traps a group of twenty-somethings inside a mansion, where they entertain themselves by playing a party game. But when people start dying, everyone becomes a suspect. Fear and suspicion ensue as the party quickly turns fatal. Starring Rachel Sennott, Amandla Stenberg, Myha’la Herrold, Chase Sui Wonders, Maria Bakalova, Lee Pace, and Pete Davidson.
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Freaky (2020)
The Butcher (Vince Vaughn) is on the loose with a cursed dagger. When he attacks high school student Millie (Kathryn Newton), the blade causes them to switch places, in a hilarious, horror-infused version of Freaky Friday. Can Millie get her body back before time runs out?
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Little Shop of Horrors (1986)
An unusual talking plant named Audrey II appears during a total eclipse, and instantly befriends shop assistant Seymour. It soon transpires that Audrey II wants blood and wants it now. This ’86 film is the perfect adaptation of a classic musical, with hilarious performances from Steve Martin and Rick Moranis.
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Nope (2022)
Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer play brother and sister in this sci-fi-infused horror flick. After spotting a UFO flying above their horse ranch, the siblings attempt to capture it on camera. Meanwhile, a neighboring ranch tries to exploit the flying object to gruesome effect.
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Hocus Pocus (1993)
A group of kids explore an abandoned house and accidentally let a coven of witches free. In a race against time, the kids must work to stop the witches from achieving immortality, resulting in some serious shenanigans. Starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy.
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Happy Death Day (2017)
Tree is living the same day over and over again in her own deathly version of Groundhog Day. She's also being hunted by the Babyface Killer, whose mask is as funny as it is terrifying. Before time runs out, Tree has to figure out who's responsible for her death. Can she break the cycle?
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Willy's Wonderland (2021)
Animatronic creatures come to life inside an abandoned family restaurant in this hilarious slasher. A drifter (Nicolas Cage) agrees to clean the venue to get his vehicle fixed, not knowing of the dangers he’ll face inside the eatery. Will he live to tell the tale?
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Ready or Not (2019)
A new bride is forced to take part in a deadly game as part of a ritual carried out by her new family. If she can survive the night, then she’s officially part of the clan. However, her in-laws have some stealthy tricks up their sleeves, which she must try to outsmart before dawn.
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Shaun of the Dead (2004)
Shaun (Simon Pegg) is just a regular guy who finds himself at the center of a zombie apocalypse in London. Along with the help of some friends, Shaun fights off the invading zombies, while trying to keep his family safe.
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Zombieland (2009)
After a zombie apocalypse devastates America, an unlikely group of survivors band together. While attempting to make it to Los Angeles, the gang comes up with a list of survival rules, which they follow in order to stay alive, often with hilarious consequences. Starring Emma Stone, Jesse Eisenberg, Abigail Breslin, and Woody Harrelson.
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M3GAN (2022)
M3GAN became an instant horror hit thanks to the killer doll’s incomparable dance moves and her sassy one-liners. Cady moves in with her aunt Gemma, who's a talented robotics designer. One of her inventions is an AI doll who pairs with a human host and becomes their best friend. What could go wrong?
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Renfield (2023)
Renfield (Nicholas Hoult) is trying to break free of the clutches of his boss Dracula (Nicolas Cage). Having been tasked with finding new victims for Dracula, Renfield is finally ready for a change of pace, away from his evil master.
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Fresh (2022)
Noa (Daisy Edgar-Jones) is about to give up on dating when she meets an incredibly attractive man in a grocery store. Steve (Sebastian Stan) whisks Noa away to his remote house in the country, but the weekend is far from idyllic. Instead, Noa wakes up in the middle of a horror show, and she’s on the menu.
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Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010)
A group of teenagers mistake two locals they meet in the woods as serial killers. As the two men try to rectify the misunderstanding, several accidental deaths take place, with the teens causing their own downfalls. An unexpected indie hit.
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Child’s Play (1988)
The ultimate killer doll movie. Andy’s mom can’t afford the talking doll he wants for his birthday, so she buys a damaged one from some guy in an alley. Little does she know that the soul of a serial killer resides inside this particular doll, and he’s itching to get out.
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What We Do In the Shadows (2014)
A group of vampires share a house and live their daily lives together. The arrival of a hipster provides the vampires a chance to show off what it really means to be undead. Co-written by and starring Taika Waititi.
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Come to Daddy (2020)
After receiving a letter from his estranged father, Norval (Elijah Wood) travels to a remote cabin hoping to build a relationship. Once there, his dad starts acting strangely, immediately putting Norval on edge and making his wonder what exactly he’s walked into.
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Jennifer’s Body (2009)
After being possessed by a demon, Jennifer (Megan Fox) is hungry for blood and the boys at her high school are on the menu. Needy (Amanda Seyfried) isn't happy with Jennifer's exploits and tries to put a stop to them. Classic comic horror written by Diablo Cody.
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Beetlejuice (1988)
The Deetzes, including daughter Lydia (Winona Ryder), move into a haunted house, but the spirits in there really want them to leave. Enter Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton), whose presence threatens to change everything. Almost four decades later, a sequel featuring Jenna Ortega is on the way.
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Gremlins (1984)
Billy’s father returns from his travels with a unique gift. The mogwai, who soon becomes known as Gizmo, is a cute and cuddly creature with a set of strict rules. If you feed him after midnight, put him in water, or expose him to bright lights, something very bad happens.
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Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988)
A group of strange circus clowns arrives in a small town and start causing havoc. It turns out that these “killer klowns” have arrived in a space ship, and no-one is safe. Can the townspeople put a stop to the (wildly creative) murders?
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Evil Dead II (1987)
Ash (Bruce Campbell) continues his quest to battle demons released by the Book of the Dead. After his girlfriend is possessed during a trip to a cabin in the woods, Ash is once again forced to face up to evil.
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Scream (1996)
While grieving the death of her mother, Sidney (Neve Campbell) finds herself being harassed by a masked killer. As well as killing multiple people from the local high school, the murderer has a penchant for making scary phone calls. A cultural reset of the horror genre.
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Goosebumps (2015)
A teenager accidentally causes the characters from horror author R.L. Stine’s books to escape, and they quickly infiltrate the town. Working with Stine, the teen must try to capture the characters and get them back to the books they came from.
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Leprechaun (1993)
Jennifer Aniston stars in this hilarious horror flick about a magical leprechaun with murderous intentions. While hunting for his gold coins, the leprechaun causes a killing spree, leading a group of people to try to stop the devastation.
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Critters (1986)
A family is harassed by strange creatures that arrive from outer space. The cuddly yet evil critters have a taste for human flesh, putting everyone at risk. And when they threaten the safety of a young girl, the family springs into action.
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The Menu (2022)
Chef Julian Slowik (Ralph Fiennes) has prepared a special menu for a select group of guests. After arriving at his private island restaurant, it quickly becomes clear that Slowik has a lot in store for the evening. And he’s particularly perturbed by Margot (Anya Taylor-Joy), who isn’t meant to be there.
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This Is the End (2013)
A group of famous actors hides out together when the apocalypse ravages L.A. However, the gang finds themselves dealing with some serious challenges while the world ends around them.
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