25. Psycho (1960)
It's that time of year again! Time to break out your horror movie collection and hit 'play!' There are literally hundreds of scary movies out there, but only a few really worth watching.
These 25 classic and modern horror movies better be on your list!
Everyone's heard about the shower scene in this 1960's horror film, so why not experience it for yourself? I mean, watching the scene, not actually being attacked while showering.
24. The Shining (1980)
However, the possibility of it happening in real life is what makes this movie a favorite cult-classic.
I don't know about you, but watching this kid ride his tricycle through the haunted hotel is what scared me the absolute most. That's not for lack of terrifying scenes, though.
23. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)
Jack Nicholson will forever be known for his role in this creepy movie.
The fact this terrifying movie and it's subsequent remakes are based on true events is what gives The Texas Chainsaw Massacre major horror points. If you haven't seen this one yet, I suggest you watch it with friends.
22. The Conjuring (2013)
And with the lights on.
A newer film, The Conjuring won over audiences immediately with its sinister doll and nerve-wracking scenes.
21. Saw (2004)
Once you survive the first one, there's The Conjuring 2 to sit through.
There's a reason so many sequels have been made for this gory film. Saw takes every day people and puts them into nightmare situations.
20. The Silence Of The Lambs (1991)
Situations none of us ever want to be in, and perhaps that's what made this an instant modern classic.
You don't even need to be into retro horror films to enjoy this one. Silence of the Lambs is definitely on the top five must-see horror movie list.
19. The Haunting (1963)
There are too many Silence of the Lambs references out there to not watch it at least once in your life.
There was a 1999 remake to this film that is just as creepy as the original.
18. A Nightmare On Elm Street (1984)
These unfortunate people are picked to spend the night in the haunted Hill House, and what ensues is enough to give you nightmares for a week.
Freddy Krueger is the monster of all our nightmares in this Wes Craven slasher film. Serisouly, Krueger is capable of killing his victims in their dreams, or in this case, their nightmares.
17. The Ring (2002)
How terrifying is that? Now, go get some sleep.
This movie took the early 2000s by storm. So many people were freaked out by the girl in The Ring that her hair actually became symbolic.
16. Halloween (1981)
Yeah, it was that intense.
Introducing Michael Myers, the 'guy' responsible for many sleepless nights and horrible nightmares. This classic was so popular among audiences that they went on to make an additional seven films following Myers!
15. The Exorcist (1973)
They're all guaranteed to be just as scary as the first.
Even if you don't find this cult-classic scary, it's still the basis for many other horror movies.
14. Poltergeist (1982)
But I doubt you would be able to sit through its entirety without jumping a few times.
From creepy clowns to mysterious ghost-like figures, Poltergeist had people sitting as far from their TVs as possible.
13. It (1990)
You may find it cheesy, but it will forever be a classic.
No joke, any kid raised during the '90s can tell you how scared they were of Pennywise, the not-so-fun clown who went around terrifying people. I can still remember the scene where he's hiding in the laundry that had been hung to dry.
12. The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Nightmares for weeks, folks.
Another classic that is still talked about years later, The Blair Witch Project reinvented scary movies during the late '90s. It was one of the scariest modern horror movies I had ever seen at the tender young age of 10.
11. Night Of The Living Dead (1968)
It's definitely not a movie for the faint-hearted, or for the young in that case.
One of the earliest zombie movies, we have directer George A. Romero to thank for this groundbreaking independent horror movie.
10. Friday The 13th (1980)
If you're into the zombie apocalypse-type movies now, you definitely need to check out this early film.
The hockey mask used in this movie franchise is now a popular Halloween costume.
9. Scream (1996)
That and the fact a dozen of these slasher films have been made should prove to you this movie deserves a spot on your playlist.
The movie begins with the infamous scene of Drew Barrymore talking to her would-be killer on the phone.
8. The Amityville Horror (1979)
The killer, cleverly named Ghostface, goes on to wreak havoc in the town and in the following three movie sequels.
Another classic remade into a modern hit, The Amityville Horror is based on true events. In 1974, 23-year-old Ronald J. DeFeo Jr.
7. The Omen (1976)
murdered his entire family, effectively inspiring the novel and subsequent movie based on the events. The house is real, and it's made headlines over the years as it continues to change owners.
You may have heard of the stigma surrounding the name 'Damien,' but have you seen the source for all the hype? This 1976 film scared the bejesus out of audiences then, and it's still scaring audiences now.
6. The Descent (2005)
Watch at your own risk.
This 2005 horror flick changed the game. It took a scary situation— being stuck underground— and made it even scarier by adding killer, shapeless monsters.
5. Child’s Play (1988)
I bet you won't want to go cave diving after watching this one.
The Chucky doll, or "Good Guy" doll, has gone down in history. Let me tell you, there is nothing 'good' about this toy.
4. Leprechaun (1993)
Said to be inhabited by the soul of a serial killer, Chucky goes on to continue his master's work. Beware, it's enough to keep you away from toy stores for the next few months.
Another cult-classic, as if there could ever be too many, Leprechaun kept all '90s kids from falling asleep at night.
3. Rosemary’s Baby (1968)
I still get chills remembering this little creep's voice.
While scary movies from the late '60s may not be on par with movies today, Rosemary's Baby help paved the way for modern day horror films.
2. Alien (1979)
There is still plenty to make you jump in this oldie!
For some reason, people are terrified of aliens.
Perhaps it's the unknown that freaks us out, and this 1979 film had audiences thinking twice before stepping out at night.