Navigating the vast libraries of streaming services can be overwhelming with the constant influx of new additions. If you’re finding it hard to decide what horror movie to watch, fear not – here’s a curated list of the best horror films available on Hulu right now. From classics to underrated gems and recent releases, this collection covers a broad range of horror sub-genres.

28 Weeks Later

Following a viral outbreak in Great Britain, the U.S. Army helps survivors restart life. However, a carrier of the virus threatens their existence. “28 Weeks Later” combines non-stop action with a gripping narrative.

After Midnight

A woman quietly leaves her boyfriend, but when he faces depression, strange monsters besiege their rural home. “After Midnight” offers a blend of horror and relationship examination with a touch of the supernatural.

Alien

Ridley Scott’s sci-fi horror masterpiece introduces the crew of the Nostromo, whose distress signal response leads to a terrifying encounter with an extraterrestrial life form. A classic that birthed an enduring franchise.

The Autopsy of Jane Doe

A father-son coroner team faces supernatural disturbances while performing an autopsy on an unidentified woman. This chamber piece delivers maximum chills through simplicity and suspense.

The Babadook

Jennifer Kent’s debut feature portrays a mother’s struggle with grief, as her son’s fears manifest through a creepy children’s book. “The Babadook” is a potent exploration of psychological horror and maternal stress.

Backcountry

An urban couple faces peril in the wilderness when a camping trip goes awry, leading to a tense confrontation with an aggressive black bear. “Backcountry” blends survival horror with the brutality of nature.

Bad Milo!

A man with anxiety discovers a monster emerging from his intestines to destroy stress triggers. “Bad Milo!” is a horror-comedy with a unique concept, featuring a surprisingly adorable gastro-beast.

Bone Tomahawk

A town sheriff leads a search party to rescue kidnapped residents from a vicious troglodyte clan in this brutal blend of western and horror. “Bone Tomahawk” offers a sudden shift from traditional western to gruesome horror.

The Cabin in the Woods

Five friends encounter unexpected horrors during a getaway, only to realize they are part of a much bigger plot. This horror-comedy subverts genre expectations with a wild and entertaining third act.

Censor

A film censor becomes unhinged in this atmospheric exploration of the Video Nasty era. “Censor” delves into moral scrutiny and censorship during a visually stunning descent into madness.

Come True

A teen participates in a sleep study, leading to a disturbing connection between her nightmares and waking life. “Come True” offers potent nightmare fuel and a unique exploration of dreams.

Day of the Dead

In a world overrun by zombies, survivors face internal conflicts as they try to coexist. “Day of the Dead” is a classic George A. Romero film exploring the bleak future of civilization.

The Descent

One year after a tragedy, friends face man-eating creatures in an uncharted cave system. “The Descent” is a visceral and primal horror film set in the claustrophobic depths of the Earth.

Escape Room

A group of strangers unknowingly enters a deadly escape room where survival becomes a complex puzzle. “Escape Room” adds a horror twist to the popular group activity with intricate set pieces.

The Eyes of My Mother

Nicolas Pesce’s feature debut tells a serial killer origin story through stunning black-and-white cinematography. “The Eyes of My Mother” blends beauty with the disturbing in a captivating narrative.

Hellraiser

The Hell Priest returns in this reimagining by David Bruckner, offering a straightforward yet visually impressive addition to the Hellraiser franchise.

Hunter Hunter

A survival thriller follows a woman’s harrowing journey in the wilderness as she confronts threats both human and animal. “Hunter Hunter” builds intense pressure, leading to a gripping third act.

I Saw the Devil

This brutal and unrelenting revenge thriller blurs the lines between protagonist and antagonist in a visceral cat-and-mouse game. “I Saw the Devil” offers shockingly dark and intense horror.

In the Earth

Set during a deadly virus outbreak, a journey into the woods descends into hallucinogenic terror and folk horror mythology. “In the Earth” explores madness, violence, and witchcraft in a wild and atmospheric narrative.

Infinity Pool

Brandon Cronenberg delivers mind-bending horror in the resort-set “Infinity Pool,” featuring twisted performances and a repeating cycle of violence and debauchery.

It Lives Inside

Bishal Dutta’s fresh take on demonic possession intertwines teen horror with underexplored mythology and cultural dynamics. “It Lives Inside” unfolds a unique and cool demon narrative.

The Last Circus

A dark horror-comedy explores the destructive love triangle involving a young trapeze artist and two clowns. “The Last Circus” combines biting social satire with brutal violence in a visually stunning genre-bender.

Little Monsters

Lupita Nyong’o stars in this horror-comedy where a kindergarten teacher must protect her students from a zombie invasion during a field trip. “Little Monsters” offers heartfelt moments amid offbeat humor.

Mandy

Nicolas Cage stars in this psychedelic revenge thriller, combining vibrant imagery and ultraviolence in a raw and highly stylized narrative. “Mandy” is an audacious and unforgettable experience.

The Menu

An affluent gathering turns nightmarish when a prestigious chef’s sinister intentions are revealed. “The Menu” presents a delectable culinary nightmare with a fine ensemble cast.

Monsters

Gareth Edwards’ giant creature feature presents a unique take on the human condition in a post-alien invasion world. “Monsters” showcases innovative visuals and ambitious storytelling.

My Friend Dahmer

This atypical true-crime biopic explores Jeffrey Dahmer’s high school years before his crimes, offering an unnerving and captivating portrayal. “My Friend Dahmer” combines horror, drama, and true crime.

Nightmare Alley

Guillermo del Toro’s noirish tale follows a man blinded by ambition who faces the consequences of his pursuits. “Nightmare Alley” is a somber and visually stunning horror film with a stellar cast.

No Exit

A woman seeking refuge during a blizzard discovers a kidnapped girl, sparking a harrowing fight for survival. “No Exit” delivers an increasingly intense and thrilling survive-the-night thriller.

No One Will Save You

Brian Duffield’s sci-fi thriller introduces aliens attacking a young woman with a unique and cool demon narrative. “No One Will Save You” offers a psychological character study within a gripping narrative.

The Omen

Richard Donner’s horror classic combines supernatural elements with psychological ambiguity as a father suspects his adopted son is the Antichrist. “The Omen” is a chilling exploration of paranoia.

Personal Shopper

Kristen Stewart stars in this slow-burn haunted tale of a personal shopper, combining elements of grief, isolation, and ambiguous horror. “Personal Shopper” offers a unique and atmospheric entry to the genre.

Piggy

“Piggy” delves beyond the typical dynamics of bullies and the bullied, exploring the intricate emotional aftermath and consequences of bullying. Spanish writer/director Carlota Pereda expands on her 2018 short film, delving into the complex effects of bullying against a backdrop of horror. The repercussions extend through a small town, intensified by the presence of a serial killer, creating an immersive psychological character study.

Possessor: Uncut

Brandon Cronenberg’s sci-fi horror explores the consequences of mind control technology, featuring visceral violence and a thought-provoking narrative. “Possessor” is a visually striking and intense experience.

V/H/S

This found-footage anthology presents a series of chilling and diverse horror shorts, offering a fresh and creative approach to the genre.

The Vigil

Set within the Orthodox Jewish community, “The Vigil” explores demonic possession and spiritual horror. This atmospheric and tense film offers a unique perspective on ancient rituals.

Pilgrim

In an attempt to create an authentic recreation of the first Thanksgiving and foster familial closeness, a woman welcomes pilgrim re-enactors into her home, aiming to encourage her family to disconnect from their phones. However, her well-meaning plan takes an unexpected turn as the actors adamantly refuse to break character, leading to increasingly alarming behavior. Scripted by Noah Feinberg, Patrick Melton, and directed by Marcus Dunstan, “Pilgrim” unfolds towards a captivating and unpredictable finale.

Predator

Portraying the character Dutch, Arnold Schwarzenegger takes the lead as a special ops leader dispatched into the jungle on a rescue mission alongside his elite team. As they uncover hidden complexities in their assignment, the highly skilled squad comes to the chilling realization that they are being pursued by an otherworldly and formidable force. Boasting iconic one-liners, gruesome fatalities, an exceptional cast, and an unforgettable creature design, this film stands as an enduring classic, providing endless entertainment.

Prey

Drawing inspiration from 1987’s Predator, Prey embraces simplicity and the intensity of action-horror. With a distinct cultural focus and a period setting, the film exudes the grandeur of a historical epic while infusing emotional depth through its memorable characters. Unfolding in the Great Plains of 1719, Prey introduces Naru (Amber Midthunder), a young Comanche woman defying societal expectations by rejecting the conventional domestic role. Driven by a passion for hunting, she follows in the footsteps of her brother and revered hunter, Taabe (Dakota Beavers). As an unidentified threat looms over the ridge, Naru embarks on a journey to prove herself and safeguard her tribe. While set three centuries before Predator, Prey doesn’t merely serve as a prequel; instead, it stands as a captivating film engaged in a compelling dialogue with the original.

Shutter

Disregard the 2008 American remake and dive directly into the 2004 Thai horror film that serves as its foundation. This version is rawer, more unsettling, and somewhat overlooked. Following a hit and run involving photographer Tun and his girlfriend Jane, where they leave a girl dying on the roadside, peculiar faces and shadows start infiltrating Tun’s photographs. The eerie occurrences intensify, initially suggesting a connection to the hit and run. However, the intricate and ominous mystery surrounding the haunting proves to be unexpectedly twisted. Shutter breathes new life into Asian supernatural horror tropes, delivering effective jump scares and a captivating mystery that revitalizes the genre.

Spiral: From the Book of Saw

Director Darren Lynn Bousman returns to steer the series in a fresh direction for its ninth installment, eschewing the convoluted mythology. Chris Rock takes on the role of Detective Zeke Banks, a deeply skeptical cop who has garnered a considerable number of enemies throughout his career. Despite his reluctance, Zeke finds himself teamed up with a rookie partner, Max Minghella. Assigned what seems like an inconsequential case, Zeke soon discovers that it unfolds into something more significant and gruesomely unexpected. A new Jigsaw-inspired copycat initiates a deadly game of justice, targeting the police force this time. While the traps inflict pain, this spinoff sequel shares more similarities with a police procedural.

Splinter

In this entertaining creature feature, a road trip takes an unexpected turn. A young couple embarks on a romantic camping getaway, only to be car-jacked by an escaped convict and his girlfriend. As if that weren’t enough, they encounter a flat tire, leading them to seek assistance at a nearby gas station. However, things take a sinister turn as they discover something seriously amiss, compelling the foursome to join forces against a peculiar parasite wreaking havoc. This single-location thriller showcases inventive creature work that adds to the suspense.

Titane

Julia Ducournau employs unconventional and boundary-pushing methods of utilizing body horror, evoking immediate repulsion yet eliciting instant empathy. Alexia emerges as an anti-heroine, straddling the line of sociopathy, captivating audiences with her shocking deeds. As Alexia’s serial killer instincts undergo a transformation, she discovers an unconventional father figure, equally shattered. Titane delivers an onslaught of elements in an assertive manner—ranging from visceral, cringe-worthy violence to moments of tenderness and peculiar sexual encounters.

Tucker and Dale vs. Evil

Tucker (Alan Tudyk) and his friend Dale (Tyler Labine) anticipated a tranquil summer retreat upon acquiring their dream vacation home—an aged cabin in the woods. However, their plans take an unexpected turn when a pretentious group of college kids misidentifies them as homicidal hillbillies, leading to a series of unintentional accidents on their property. The film embraces splatstick humor with a generous dose of heart, leaving a lasting impression for its clever subversion of tropes and the standout performances by Tudyk and Labine.

Underwater

Underwater delivers a cinematic spectacle expressly crafted for horror enthusiasts, foregoing pretension and plunging directly into the terror. With no protracted first act, the film thrusts its characters into chaos as a catastrophic incident cripples an underwater drilling station, forcing the survivors to navigate the ocean floor urgently. Although director William Eubank draws inspiration from recognizable sources, the film remains both thrilling and anxiety-inducing, with an unexpected and monumental revelation in its gripping third act.