Paramount+ has an extensive library of horror movies, from various periods of Hollywood history. From the original zombie apocalypse movie to one of 2022’s biggest horror hits, these films have enough scary moments to frighten even the most hardened horror fan.
Scream (1996)
All the Scream movies are available to stream on Paramount+ and any horror fan who has never experienced the original is certainly missing out. Wes Craven’s satirical love letter to the kind of slasher films that he helped to create remains one of the best jump scare movies of all time.
Revolving around a small town that’s gripped by a series of gruesome murders that are perpetrated by a masked killer, Scream is a thrilling horror mystery that always remembers to break up the plentiful kills with charming humor.
Scream (2022)
Many horror movie fans were dubious whether the Scream franchise could survive after Wes Craven’s death, given how integral he was to the tone and vision of the films. The fifth entry in the series therefore went down all the better thanks to its clear adherence to–and admiration for–Craven’s style.
As the original Scream dissected classic slasher clichés, this sequel examines the current state of so-called legacy movies in Hollywood, not just in the horror genre. It’s a sharp film, elevated by its returning cast members rather than dragged down by them and, perhaps most importantly, still insightfully funny.
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
The film that popularized the found footage format in movies, The Blair Witch Project achieves far more in terms of lasting terror than most horror films can do with blockbuster budgets.
The fictional documentary footage follows 3 ill-fated filmmakers as they venture out into an assuming–but supposedly haunted–woodland only to become lost and terrorized by an unseen force. The best horror movies on Paramount+ deliver unforgettable imagery and the final shot of The Blair Witch Project is till etched into many horror fans’ memories.
The Descent (2005)
When a group of friends bites off more than they can chew when they become trapped in a vast unexplored cave system, but things quickly go from bad to worse when it turns out that there’s a species of monster living down there that’s more than capable of chewing the friends.
Movies of any kind that have all-female main casts are sadly few and far between, which makes this bloody and brutal survival horror film all the more unique.
Hereditary (2018)
Writer and director Ari Aster shook up the world of horror movies with his feature film debut Hereditary, which mixes intense drama about grief with shocking demonic horror.
Outstanding performances from the entire ensemble, especially Toni Collette, make this without a doubt not only one of the best horror movies on Paramount+ but one of the most unmissable horror films of recent years.
A Quiet Place (2018)
A Quiet Place follows a family as they struggle to survive after Earth has been taken over by murderous creatures that hunt by sound. Its first half is especially unsettling, as the various characters try to keep from making a peep while also dealing with their own family issues.
Thanks to some deft directing by John Krasinski, who also stars as the family’s patriarch, the movie is as thrilling as it is touching, elevating it beyond just being another concept-driven genre thriller.
A Quiet Place Part II (2021)
John Krasinksi brought back his main cast from the first movie to deliver an even bigger and more action-packed sequel to A Quiet Place which continues the familial struggles and alien horror of the original.
Fans of the first film certainly won’t want to miss this installment, as it sets up an even bigger third movie that’s currently in development, as well as a spin-off film.
Night Of The Living Dead (1968)
There’s a horde of zombie movies out there, but none are counted above this one. Night of the Living Dead invented zombies as audiences know them today and still packs a punch after over 50 years.
George A. Romero proved that he had a knack for creating a horror movie that not only was truly terrifying but also offered a biting commentary about social issues in America.
Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1956)
Invasion of the Body Snatchers is a book that has been adapted several times, but in many ways, the original 1956 film is still unmatched. It’s a horror movie that perfectly captures the anxieties of Cold War America, particularly the fear that neighbors might actually be hidden enemies.
As alien pods start to take over a small Californian town, a small group of people discover the truth and attempt to stop the invasion before it spreads to the rest of the country.
The Ring (2002)
An American remake of the classic J-horror film Ringu, The Ring is a horror movie that relies less on gore and blood and more on atmosphere. With its story about a videotape that seems to kill anyone who watches it, it’s also a commentary on the power of the media to affect those who sit and watch it.
In addition to its twists and turns of the story it’s a must-see horror movie because of its stunning visuals and chilling sound design.The Ring is a rare kind of remake that matches and even sometimes surpasses the brilliance of the original version.
