Top 20 Horror Movies of 2023: A Hauntingly Good Year for Horror Fans

Release Date: January 6, 2023 (Netflix)

This foreboding movie takes us on a journey with detective Augustus Landor, portrayed by the talented Christian Bale. As Landor investigates the murder of a West Point cadet, he enlists the help of none other than Edgar Allan Poe, played by Harry Melling. Poe’s involvement adds an extra layer of intrigue to this dark tale, giving audiences a real treat beyond his usual roles.

Release Date: January 13, 2023 (Peacock)

In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, two friends seek solace by quarantining themselves in a secluded lake house. Little do they understand that they’re no longer by themselves, and their nonviolent retreat quickly becomes a nightmare when they discover themselves being stalked with the aid of a sinister presence. With the talented Gideon Adlon from “The Society” taking the lead, “Sick” promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Release Date: January 17, 2023

This spine-tingling movie takes us on a weekend trip with two couples and their children. However, the idyllic outing takes a sinister turn when the children mysteriously vanish into the woods. As the adults search for them, they uncover a supernatural force at play, suggesting that something truly sinister is happening to their innocent little ones.

Release Date: January 6, 2023

Prepare yourself for an unnerving experience as “M3GAN” hits the screens. Fans of the “Child’s Play” movies and the eerie “Black Mirror” episode featuring Miley Cyrus will find themselves drawn to this film. Imagine what happens when a robotic doll with anthropomorphic features becomes a young girl’s closest companion. Rest assured, nothing good comes from it.

Release Date: January 26, 2023 (Paramount+)

Fans of the hit MTV series “Teen Wolf” will rejoice as the original cast reunites for this movie revival. Set in Beacon Hills, the story follows the emergence of a new evil that brings the old friends and allies back together to confront a deadly enemy. Brace yourself for an exciting adventure that captures the essence of the liked series.

Premiere Date: Streaming exclusively on Shudder from February 2, 2023 (Released in theaters on January 13, 2023)

Synopsis: Prepare for an unsettling journey as two siblings awaken in the dead of night to discover their father missing and their home stripped of its doors and windows. However, their worst nightmares are just beginning as more objects vanish, defying expectations.

Premiere Date: June 2, 2023

Synopsis: Based on a brief tale by means of Stephen King, “The Boogeyman” delves into the lives of siblings grieving the lack of their mother. As an ominous presence infiltrates their world, they implore their mourning father to recognize the imminent danger before it’s too late.

Premiere Date: June 2, 2023

Synopsis: Unveiling the true horrors of social media, this indie thriller follows Jess, a successful streamer with a dark secret. As she collaborates with Tom on a screenplay in an isolated cabin, she quickly discovers that her new partner is not who he appears to be, pushing the boundaries of fame to terrifying limits.

Premiere Date: February 3, 2023

Synopsis: Directed by M. Night Shyamalan and starring Rupert Grint, this movie is based on Paul Tremblay’s novel, “The Cabin at the End of the World.” A reputedly ordinary family vacation takes a terrifying flip when they’re taken hostage by means of a mysterious gang of four strangers who claim they hold the destiny of the sector in their hands.

Premiere Date: February 15, 2023

Synopsis: In a chilling twist, the beloved characters from the Hundred Acre Wood turn from friends to fiends. When Christopher Robin abandons them for his new life, the nostalgic innocence of Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet transforms into a murderous rage, with deadly consequences.

Premiere Date: February 24, 2023

Synopsis: Inspired by a real story, this horror-comedy takes a surprising flip while a undergo consumes a huge amount of cocaine, leading to a drug-fueled killing spree that terrifies a community.

Premiere Date: April 14, 2023

Synopsis: Russell Crowe portrays Father Gabriele Amorth, a real-life figure known for performing over 100,000 exorcisms. This film delves into one of his most chilling cases involving a possessed boy and the Vatican’s long-hidden conspiracy.

Premiere Date: April 14, 2023

Synopsis: This horror-comedy explores the life of Renfield, Dracula’s loyal henchman, played by Nicholas Hoult. When Renfield falls for a traffic cop named Rebecca Quincy (Awkwafina), he breaks free from his role in Dracula’s dark world, setting off a chain of events that promises both laughs and scares.

Premiere Date: April 21, 2023

Synopsis: From the mind of Ari Aster, known for “Hereditary” and “Midsommar,” comes this elevated horror experience. A successful entrepreneur with deep-seated maternal issues finds his life entangled in a web of terror. Brace yourself for a mental journey that blurs the traces between fact and nightmare.

Premiere Date: April 21, 2023

Synopsis: Continuing the legacy of the Evil Dead franchise, this fifth installment introduces two estranged sisters whose reunion is cut short by a battle against malevolent creatures known as Deadites.

Premiere Date: March 3, 2023 (in theaters), March 21, 2023 (on demand and digital)

Synopsis: Brace yourself for a small Nebraska town besieged by a group of malevolent children who embark on a murderous rampage after their crops are destroyed. Tensions escalate when a courageous teenager refuses to join the bloodthirsty gang.

Premiere Date: April 28, 2023 (on Hulu)

Synopsis: Dianna Agron stars in this unsettling movie where a woman, under pressure to have children, agrees to participate in a clinical trial that promises to fix her perceived fertility issues. However, the experiment takes a chilling turn with unforeseen consequences.