1. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
Director: Tobe Hooper
Tubi Rating: 4.5/5
Release Year: 1974
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) is a groundbreaking horror film directed by Tobe Hooper that became a cult classic. The story follows five friends who encounter a family of cannibalistic killers in rural Texas after picking up a hitchhiker. Known for its gritty, realistic style, the film shocked audiences with its disturbing themes, intense atmosphere, and innovative cinematography. Although low-budget, it profoundly influenced horror, setting the standard for the slasher genre and introducing iconic villain Leatherface, whose gruesome persona captivated and terrified viewers.
2. The Evil Dead
Director: Sam Raimi
Tubi Rating: 4.6/5
Release Year: 1981
The Evil Dead (1981), directed by Sam Raimi, is a classic horror film that launched a franchise and left a lasting impact on the genre. The story follows five college friends who venture to an isolated cabin in the woods, where they inadvertently unleash demonic forces after reading from the Book of the Dead. The film’s gritty, low-budget aesthetic, combined with Raimi’s inventive camerawork and practical effects, creates an intense and visceral horror experience. Known for its mix of dark humor and relentless scares, The Evil Dead became a cult favorite and a staple of horror cinema, inspiring sequels, remakes, and a devoted fanbase.
3. Halloween
Director: John Carpenter
Tubi Rating: 4.7/5
Release Year: 1978
Halloween, directed by John Carpenter and released in 1978, is a classic horror film that redefined the genre. The story follows Michael Myers, who escapes from a mental institution after being confined for killing his sister fifteen years earlier. Returning to his hometown of Haddonfield, he begins stalking teenager Laurie Strode and her friends on Halloween night. Known for its suspense, chilling score, and Carpenter’s masterful direction, Halloween introduced the iconic masked killer and set the standard for slasher films, becoming a horror classic.
4. Hereditary
Director: Ari Aster
Tubi Rating: 4.3/5
Release Year: 2018
Hereditary (2018), directed by Ari Aster, is a chilling horror film that explores grief, family secrets, and the haunting legacy of trauma. After the death of their matriarch, Annie (Toni Collette) and her family begin to unravel dark, disturbing truths about their ancestry. As mysterious events unfold, they find themselves plagued by supernatural forces, leading to a terrifying descent into madness. The film is a psychological horror masterpiece, praised for its unsettling atmosphere and intense performances.
5. The Witch
Director: Robert Eggers
Tubi Rating: 4.4/5
Release Year: 2015
The Witch (2015) is a chilling horror film directed by Robert Eggers, set in 1630s New England. The story follows a Puritan family who, after being exiled from their village, settles near a mysterious forest. As unsettling events unfold, the family begins to unravel under the weight of fear and suspicion, confronting dark forces that may be supernatural. With its haunting atmosphere and slow-burn tension, The Witch explores themes of isolation, faith, and paranoia.
6. Get Out
Director: Jordan Peele
Tubi Rating: 4.6/5
Release Year: 2017
“Get Out” (2017), directed by Jordan Peele, is a psychological horror film that blends social commentary with intense suspense. The story follows Chris, a young African American man who visits his white girlfriend’s family estate, only to uncover chilling secrets. As tensions escalate, Chris discovers a sinister plot that exposes the darkest aspects of racism. The film masterfully explores themes of identity, exploitation, and survival, making it a thought-provoking and terrifying experience.
7. The Cabin in the Woods
Director: Drew Goddard
Tubi Rating: 4.5/5
Release Year: 2012
The Cabin in the Woods (2012), directed by Drew Goddard and produced by Joss Whedon, is a meta-horror film that plays with genre conventions. Five friends visit a remote cabin for a vacation, only to find themselves trapped in a deadly situation orchestrated by mysterious forces. The film blends classic horror tropes with dark humor, subverting audience expectations, and exploring the nature of horror itself, making it both a thrilling and thought-provoking experience.
8. Train to Busan
Director: Yeon Sang-ho
Tubi Rating: 4.7/5
Release Year: 2016
Train to Busan is a South Korean horror-thriller directed by Yeon Sang-ho. Set during a zombie outbreak, the film follows a group of passengers on a high-speed train from Seoul to Busan. As the infection spreads rapidly, they must fight for survival. The movie explores themes of sacrifice, survival, and human connection amidst a relentless, terrifying situation. Praised for its emotional depth and intense action, it became a global hit.
9. The Babadook
Director: Jennifer Kent
Tubi Rating: 4.4/5
Release Year: 2014
The Babadook (2014) is an Australian psychological horror film directed by Jennifer Kent. It follows Amelia, a widowed mother struggling with the death of her husband, and her son Samuel, who is tormented by an eerie children’s book character called the Babadook. As the sinister presence grows, it tests their mental stability, blending themes of grief, motherhood, and terror into a chilling exploration of psychological horror. The film has received critical acclaim for its haunting atmosphere and deep emotional layers.
10. It Follows
Director: David Robert Mitchell
Tubi Rating: 4.5/5
Release Year: 2014
“It Follows” is a unique and chilling horror film directed by David Robert Mitchell, released in 2014. The story centers around a young woman, Jay, who becomes the target of a relentless supernatural force after a disturbing sexual encounter. This malevolent entity can take the form of anyone and follows its victims at a slow but unyielding pace. As Jay struggles to escape, the film explores themes of fear, anxiety, and the inescapable nature of trauma.
11. The Conjuring
Director: James Wan
Tubi Rating: 4.5/5
Release Year: 2013
The Conjuring (2013), directed by James Wan, is a supernatural horror film based on the real-life paranormal investigations of Ed and Lorraine Warren. The story follows the Warrens as they assist a family plagued by disturbing events in their Rhode Island farmhouse. With its chilling atmosphere, spine-tingling scares, and strong performances, The Conjuring became a modern horror classic and spawned a successful franchise.
12. A Quiet Place
Director: John Krasinski
Tubi Rating: 4.6/5
Release Year: 2018
A Quiet Place is a 2018 horror film directed by John Krasinski, who also stars alongside Emily Blunt. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the film follows a family trying to survive in silence, as monstrous creatures with acute hearing hunt humans. The family must communicate through sign language and live in constant fear of making any noise, creating a tense atmosphere. The film explores themes of survival, sacrifice, and the power of family in a world where silence is the key to survival.
13. The Descent
Director: Neil Marshall
Tubi Rating: 4.5/5
Release Year: 2005
The Descent is a 2005 British horror film directed by Neil Marshall. The movie follows a group of six women who embark on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains. What begins as an exciting adventure soon turns into a fight for survival when they become trapped and encounter terrifying, humanoid creatures lurking in the depths. The film is renowned for its claustrophobic atmosphere, psychological tension, and brutal scares, making it a standout in the horror genre.
14. Psycho
Director: Alfred Hitchcock
Tubi Rating: 4.8/5
Release Year: 1960
Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho (1960) is a landmark in the horror genre, blending psychological thriller and slasher elements. The film follows Marion Crane, a secretary who steals money and checks into the isolated Bates Motel, run by the mysterious Norman Bates. As secrets unravel, the movie explores themes of identity, madness, and terror, making it a chilling and influential classic in cinema history. Its shocking twists and iconic imagery have left a lasting impact.
15. The Ring
Director: Gore Verbinski
Tubi Rating: 4.4/5
Release Year: 2002
The Ring (2002) is a supernatural horror film directed by Gore Verbinski, based on the 1998 Japanese film Ringu. The story follows a journalist, Rachel Keller, who investigates a mysterious videotape that curses those who watch it. After viewing the tape, Rachel and her son must race against time to uncover the tape’s origins and break the curse before they, too, become its next victims. Known for its eerie atmosphere and psychological terror, The Ring remains a genre-defining classic.
16. The Shining
Director: Stanley Kubrick
Tubi Rating: 4.7/5
Release Year: 1980
The Shining (1980), directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on Stephen King’s novel, is a psychological horror film that explores the isolation of Jack Torrance, a winter caretaker at the remote Overlook Hotel. As he spirals into madness, influenced by supernatural forces, his wife Wendy and son Danny must fight to survive. With iconic performances by Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall, the film is renowned for its eerie atmosphere, unsettling visuals, and unforgettable tension.
17. Don’t Breathe
Director: Fede Álvarez
Tubi Rating: 4.3/5
Release Year: 2016
Don’t Breathe is a gripping horror-thriller directed by Fede Álvarez. The film follows a group of young burglars who break into the house of a blind man, hoping to steal a large sum of money. However, they soon discover that the man is far more dangerous than they anticipated. Trapped inside his home, the burglars must fight for their lives against a skilled and relentless adversary. Filled with suspense, twists, and heart-pounding tension, Don’t Breathe keeps viewers on edge until the final moments.
18. Evil Dead II
Director: Sam Raimi
Tubi Rating: 4.5/5
Release Year: 1987
Evil Dead II (1987), directed by Sam Raimi, is a cult horror-comedy that blends intense gore with dark humor. The film follows Ash Williams (Bruce Campbell), who, after returning to a secluded cabin in the woods, faces off against demonic forces unleashed by an ancient book. A mix of slapstick violence and supernatural terror, it is known for its unique visual style, over-the-top performances, and its place in redefining horror films.
19. Us
Director: Jordan Peele
Tubi Rating: 4.3/5
Release Year: 2019
“Us,” directed by Jordan Peele, is a psychological horror film that explores the unsettling and terrifying idea of doppelgängers. The story follows the Wilson family as they vacation at their lakeside home, only to encounter sinister copies of themselves. As they fight for survival, the film delves into themes of identity, class, and societal divisions, blending tension, mystery, and terror in a chilling narrative that leaves viewers questioning reality.
20. Midsommar
Director: Ari Aster
Tubi Rating: 4.2/5
Release Year: 2019
Midsommar (2019), directed by Ari Aster, is a psychological horror film that delves into grief, trauma, and the unsettling nature of tradition. The story follows Dani, who, after a family tragedy, joins her boyfriend and friends on a trip to a rural Swedish village for a midsummer festival. What begins as a peaceful retreat soon turns nightmarish as the group becomes entangled in the community’s disturbing rituals, blurring the line between horror and cultural exploration.
21. Insidious
Director: James Wan
Tubi Rating: 4.4/5
Release Year: 2010
“Insidious” (2010) is a supernatural horror film directed by James Wan and written by Leigh Whannell. The story follows a family who, after moving into a new home, discovers that their son, Dalton, has fallen into a mysterious coma. As strange occurrences escalate, they uncover a dark truth: Dalton’s mind is trapped in a realm called “The Further,” and malevolent spirits are attempting to possess his body. The film blends suspense, terrifying visuals, and a chilling atmosphere.
22. Sinister
Director: Scott Derrickson
Tubi Rating: 4.4/5
Release Year: 2012
Sinister (2012) is a chilling horror film directed by Scott Derrickson. It follows true-crime writer Ellison Oswalt, played by Ethan Hawke, who moves his family into a new home to research his latest book. Uncovering disturbing footage of previous tenants’ murders, Ellison discovers a supernatural force linked to a pagan deity. As he delves deeper into the mystery, his investigation puts his family in grave danger. The film blends psychological horror with supernatural elements, creating an unsettling atmosphere throughout.
23. The Autopsy of Jane Doe
Director: André Øvredal
Tubi Rating: 4.4/5
Release Year: 2016
“The Autopsy of Jane Doe” is a 2016 horror film directed by André Øvredal, blending supernatural suspense with mystery. The story centers around a father-son team of coroners, who are tasked with examining the body of an unidentified woman found at a crime scene. As they conduct the autopsy, strange and terrifying events unfold, leading them to uncover disturbing secrets about the woman’s past and her possible connection to dark forces.
24. The Mist
Director: Frank Darabont
Tubi Rating: 4.3/5
Release Year: 2007
The Mist (2007), directed by Frank Darabont, is a chilling horror film based on Stephen King’s novella. The story follows a group of townspeople trapped inside a supermarket by a mysterious mist, which hides terrifying creatures. As fear escalates, tensions rise among the survivors, leading to moral dilemmas and chaos. With intense suspense and a shocking ending, The Mist explores the fragility of human nature in the face of supernatural terror.
25. The Invitation
Director: Karyn Kusama
Tubi Rating: 4.2/5
Release Year: 2015
The Invitation is a psychological horror film directed by Karyn Kusama, where a man, Will, attends a dinner party hosted by his ex-wife and her new husband. As the evening unfolds, Will grows increasingly suspicious of the guests’ strange behavior and the unsettling atmosphere. Tension builds as dark secrets are revealed, leading to a chilling and unexpected climax. The film explores themes of grief, paranoia, and the dangers of blindly trusting others.