Shudder Is the New Streaming Service Horror Movie Fans Can't Stop Watching
There's two types of people in this world: Those who love scary movies, and those who need to watch a kid-approved Disney movie in order to fall asleep at night. If you fall into the former category and enjoy a slasher movie or suspense-filled film, it's likely you've been streaming horror movies on Netflix, Hulu, or one of the other popular entertainment apps. But if you've exhausted your list of horror films available on your go-to apps, then checking out the best horror movies to stream on Shudder is your best bet for finding something truly terrifying.
Shudder is an on-demand streaming app dedicated entirely to providing viewers with uncut horror, thriller, and suspense films all day, every day. In other words, the streaming platform is truly a one stop shop for all things gory, ghoulish, and ghastly. From cult classic films like 1983's Sleepaway Camp and the highly acclaimed Creepshow anthology series to more recent picks, like The Canal and Daniel Isn't Real, Shudder is filled with films to suit every horror movie lovers needs.
Available on Apple TV, Fire TV, Roku, Xbox One, and iOS (as well as other Mac, Windows, and in-browser apps), there are a number of ways to subscribe to Shudder. You can sign up via Shutter's direct subscription, or go through a third-party, video subscription platform VRV (you can find the list of supported devices here). And at just $5.99 per month, or $56.99 per year, it won't cost you an arm and a leg to get your ghoul on.
Here are all the frightening films you can stream on Shudder today:
'Black Christmas' (2019)
Just can't get enough of those horror remakes? Then you'll want to give this one a watch. The second remake of the 1974 film of the same name, this slasher film follows a group of sorority sisters in their last year of college. What they think this is going to be a holiday season filled with parties, boys, and a break from studying quickly turns into a desperate attempt to simply stay alive.
'Bad Moon' (1996)
There are few things better than a good old fashioned '90s horror film, and Bad Moon is just that. While it initially received negative reviews upon its release, its cult-film-like-feel makes it worth a watch now. Besides, who can really get enough of werewolf movies?
'Sleepaway Camp' (1983)
Released in 1983, this slasher film is probably best know for its surprising ending. The first of a four movie installment, Sleepaway Camp follows a young girl named Angela while she's away at her first summer camp. Though her introverted nature keeps her from getting to know the other campers, she soon finds out that being bullied is the least of her worries.
'Haunt' (2019)
Ready for a real slasher film that's guaranteed to make you squeal? Haunt follows a group of friends who visit a haunted house on Halloween night. Excited for what they think will be a night filled with ghoulish fun, the friends quickly discover that they are being hunted by an unexpected group of killers.
'Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror' (2019)
Though technically not a horror movie, 2019's Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror, is worth the watch for any horror movie buff out there. Delivering an entertaining overview of the blaxploitation horror films and the Black American film history that followed, this is one documentary that you'll want to watch over and over again.
'Creepshow 2' (1987)
Serving as the follow-up to 1982's Creepshow, this sequel — based on horror comedy short stories by Stephen King — is just as good as its predecessor. Though only including three stories (in the original there were five), you'll still walk away feeling like you got a grisly three-for-one deal that was well worth your and money time.
'Dead & Buried (1981)
Widely known for its impressive special effects, Dead & Buried focuses on a small town riddled with murderous townspeople who take out their rage on unexpected tourists. As Sheriff Dan Gillis attempt to discover the reason behind the killings, he finds out that those who have died don't plan to stay that way.
'The Taking of Deborah Logan' (2014)
If you're one who likes your horror films to be filled with supernatural occurrences, then this is the film for you. The Taking of Deborah Logan follows three students and their attempt at making a documentary about an Alzheimer patient named Deborah. While filming Deborah, however, the crew finds that things are a bit more sinister than they bargained for.
'The Canal' (2014)
When film archivist David suspects his wife of cheating, his life begins to take a turn for the worst. As he works to find out whether his suspicions are true, his stress is heightened as a work project proves that his current home was the setting for a brutal murder in 1902. After his adulterous wife's body is then found at the bottom of the canal, David quickly becomes obsessed with finding both her murderer and solving a series of 100-year old murders that took place in the areas of the canal and his home.
'Scare Me' (2020)
Looking for a comedic horror film to keep handy? Scare Me is a movie about a struggling actor looking to cure his writer's block. While isolating himself in a cabin to work on what he hopes to be his big break piece, he encounters a successful writer by the name of Fanny. Though the two don't get along initially, a storm forces them to spend an entire night together. The way the night ends, however, is scarier than any of the two could have even cooked up themselves.
'The Dark and the Wicked' (2020)
What do you get when you mix a sick elderly father, two distant siblings, and a mother's unexpected death? A creepy and and unsettling horror story that will give you chills long after you're done watching it. After their father's illness takes a turn for the worse, siblings Louise and Michael arrive back at their childhood farm to visit. While there, they are met with a string of terrifying encounters that lead to even more tragedy.
'A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night' (2014)
Touted as the first "Iranian vampire Western," A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night isn't as horrific as other films, but it's still worth a good watch. Set in an Iranian ghost-town, the film depicts the daily life of a young woman living her life as a vampire... and her chance encounter with a young man that will change her life.
'Nightmare Cinema' (2019)
If you're a fan of horror anthologies, you've probably already seen Nightmare Cinema. If you haven't, now is the time to check it out. After five strangers meet at a haunted movie theater, each one — through five different tales — are shown their darkest secrets and deepest fears.
'Bram Stroker's Dracula' (1992)
A true horror legend, Bram Stroker's Dracula is certainly an iconic, classic films for horror movie fans and cinephiles alike. Featuring an all-star cast that includes Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder, Keanu Reeves, and Anthony Hopkins, the film was based on the 1897 novel of the same name.
'Daniel Isn't Real' (2019)
This psychological film starring Patrick Schwarzenegger tells the story of Luke — a troubled boy-turned-man — and his suspected imaginary friend, Daniel. While things seem to be going good at first, Daniel and Luke's friendship becomes more dangerous than friendly as the years goes on.
'Prevenge' (2016)
Another dark comedy, Prevenge is a story about a pregnant widow who believes her unborn child is sending her on a killing spree as revenge for her husband's death.
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