The Finest Horror Motion pictures on HBO Max

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Now that Common is engaged on not one, however three model new Exorcist motion pictures, it is time to jog your reminiscence concerning the terrifying occasions within the authentic. Ellen Burstyn stars as a mom (she’s additionally reprising her function within the new movies) who enlists the assistance of a priest to assist her possessed 12-year-old daughter, Regan. The completely scary flick additionally received an Oscar for finest tailored screenplay.

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Love psychological horror motion pictures? Wait until this flick comes knocking. The Night time Home properties in on a lady (Rebecca Corridor) who’s grieving after the demise of her husband. As she uncovers a darkish thriller, she begins to query what she thought she knew about her marriage. This haunting film is a standout in HBO Max’s horror portfolio.

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In case you have not but been launched to well-groomed funding banker Patrick Bateman, it is time to pull out your small business card and get acquainted. Components of darkish comedy, thriller and horror are on show on this movie, a satire of late ’80s extra that stars Christian Bale as a rich younger skilled with murderous hobbies. Tune in for blood-splattered scenes and a dedicated efficiency from Bale.

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When this adaptation of the traditional Stephen King novel hit theaters in 2017, it had moviegoers like me wanting twice at storm drains and dreading pink balloons. With a solid of intrepid children and quite a lot of coronary heart, it makes a compelling case for extra supernatural coming-of-age tales. And a robust case towards clowns. 

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In 28 Days Later, protagonist Jim (a pre-Peaky Blinders Cillian Murphy) wakes up from a coma to search out the world has gone by a horrifying shake-up. It is much like the start of one other post-apocalyptic story, The Strolling Useless, besides as an alternative of a actuality that includes slow-moving zombies, this flick options virus-infected people which are quick and stuffed with rage. Yeah, Rick Grimes had it simple. Directed by Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire), this tense horror movie is crucial viewing.

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David Lynch’s first feature-length movie will make you are feeling such as you’re in a bizzare nightmare. The 90-minute black-and-white horror flick is full of odd sounds and imagery, and the result’s extremely eerie. Do not even get me began on the principle character’s freakish, otherworldly-looking “child” (that’s oddly nonetheless form of cute?). There are messages about males and parenthood right here, however setting apart the larger image, Eraserhead’s surreal world is completely value a go to. 

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George Romero’s first horror movie is a straightforward advice. A gaggle of survivors take refuge in a home whereas members of the undead swarm outdoors. The influential flick is commonly considered the primary trendy zombie film, and whereas it might not serve up Freddy Krueger-level frights, you will be drawn in by the characters on the heart of its story. You are going to need to depart the door open for this one (however within the case of an precise apocalypse, hold it very, very shut).

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You possibly can’t go mistaken with A Nightmare on Elm Road. The long-lasting ’80s slasher from Wes Craven is streaming on HBO Max together with most of its sequels, so a marathon could also be so as. The primary movie follows teenager Nancy Thompson and her mates who start to dream about the identical man — a disfigured, sweater-wearing villain who wields blades on one hand. Get your binge on, and good luck making an attempt to sleep tonight.

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This recently-released horror comedy might not seize your consideration from the start, however when you stick round lengthy sufficient to see Vince Vaughn’s immaculate portrayal of a youngster caught in a serial killer’s physique, you will see why it is included right here. In true slasher kind, the film racks up quite a few lifeless our bodies earlier than it runs its course. If that is one thing you possibly can abdomen, and also you need a extra enjoyable and fluffy flick, look no additional than Freaky.