31 Horror Movies to Watch Every Night in October

Today, October begins, and Halloween season is here, so you can question the nature of the real world and the supernatural. Watch each of these 31 horror movies every night this month and let yourself be fascinated by the madness.

1. The Thing (1982)

A group of researchers in Antarctica encounter a shape-shifting alien that can imitate any living being. Tension and paranoia escalate as they try to uncover who is still human.

2. Scream (1996)

This meta-slasher film revitalized the horror genre with its self-aware characters and iconic Ghostface killer. It’s a must-watch for any horror fan.

3. The Exorcist (1973)

A chilling tale of demonic possession, this film remains one of the most terrifying ever made, focusing on a mother’s desperate attempt to save her daughter.

4. Halloween (1978)

John Carpenter's classic introduced the world to Michael Myers, a masked killer who escapes from a mental institution and returns to his hometown on Halloween night.

5. It Follows (2014)

A unique take on the horror genre, this film follows a young woman pursued by a supernatural entity after a sexual encounter. Its slow-burn tension is haunting.

6. A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

Freddy Krueger haunts the dreams of teenagers, leading to deadly consequences. This film blends slasher elements with supernatural horror.

7. The Conjuring (2013)

Based on true events, paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren help a family terrorized by a dark presence in their farmhouse.

8. Get Out (2017)

A social thriller that explores race relations through the lens of horror, this film combines suspense with sharp commentary on societal issues.

9. Rosemary's Baby (1968)

A psychological horror film about a pregnant woman who suspects that an evil cult wants to take her baby for sinister purposes.

10. The Substance (2024)

Elisabeth, 50, finds herself ousted from her role as a fitness instructor due to her age, replaced by younger talent. In her despair, she learns about a black-market drug called The Substance, which promises to create a younger, more perfect version of herself

11. Hereditary (2018)

A family tragedy spirals into horror as dark secrets and supernatural forces emerge following the death of their secretive grandmother.

12. The Shining (1980)

Stanley Kubrick's adaptation of Stephen King's novel follows a family isolated in a haunted hotel, leading to madness and terror.

13. The Witch (2015)

Set in 1630s New England, this film explores the disintegration of a family due to witchcraft and paranoia, featuring a haunting atmosphere.

14. Trick 'r Treat (2007)

An anthology film that intertwines multiple Halloween-themed stories, showcasing the holiday's traditions and terrors.

15. The Cabin in the Woods (2011)

A clever twist on the horror genre, this film plays with classic tropes while delivering unexpected surprises.

16. Suspiria (1977)

A visually stunning horror film about a dance academy harboring dark secrets, filled with surreal imagery and a haunting score.

17. The Ring (2002)

A journalist investigates a cursed videotape that predicts the viewer's death in seven days, leading to a terrifying race against time.

18. Midsommar (2019)

A daylight horror film that explores grief and cultural rituals, set during a Swedish midsummer festival that takes a dark turn.

19. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

A gritty and disturbing film that follows a group of friends who encounter a family of cannibals in rural Texas.

20. Candyman (1992)

A supernatural slasher film that explores urban legends and social issues, centering on a vengeful spirit summoned by saying his name.

21. The Descent (2005)

A group of women on a caving expedition encounters terrifying creatures in the dark, leading to a fight for survival.

22. Don't Breathe (2016)

A group of thieves breaks into the home of a blind man, only to discover that he is far more dangerous than they anticipated.

23. The Invisible Man (2020)

A modern retelling of the classic story, this film follows a woman who believes she is being stalked by her abusive ex, who has found a way to become invisible.

24. 28 Days Later (2002)

A post-apocalyptic horror film that follows a man awakening from a coma to find London overrun by a rage-inducing virus.

25. The Others (2001)

A psychological horror film about a woman living in a dark, old house with her two photosensitive children, who begins to suspect they are not alone.

26. The Grudge (2004)

An American remake of the Japanese film "Ju-on," it follows a curse that is passed on to anyone who enters a haunted house.

27. The Sixth Sense (1999)

A psychological thriller about a young boy who can see and communicate with the dead, leading to a shocking twist.

28. The Fly (1986)

A scientist's experiment goes horribly wrong, transforming him into a grotesque creature. This film explores themes of identity and transformation.

29. The Haunting (1963)

A classic ghost story about a group of people investigating a haunted mansion, filled with psychological tension and eerie atmosphere.

30. The Mist (2007)

Based on a Stephen King novella, this film follows a group of people trapped in a supermarket as a mysterious mist filled with deadly creatures envelops them.

31. Us (2019)

A psychological horror film that explores themes of duality and identity, as a family is confronted by their doppelgängers.

This list offers a diverse range of horror films, ensuring that each night of October is filled with suspense, scares, and a touch of the supernatural. Enjoy your movie marathon!