The horror genre has reached new heights in 2024, delivering critically acclaimed films that have redefined audience expectations. This list includes international releases making their global debuts, such as the French thriller ‘Infested’ and Pakistan's gem ‘In Flames.’
Horror Movies of 2024
Late Night With The Devil (IMDb Rating: 7/10)
‘Late Night With The Devil’ transports viewers to 1977, where ambition meets the supernatural. David Dastmalchian leads a stellar cast in this nerve-wracking tale of a talk show host whose desperate bid for ratings unleashes a literal hell on live television. The film's masterful blend of found footage and period-accurate production design creates an atmosphere of impending doom, culminating in a climactic scene featuring a mysterious skeleton that has sparked countless theories.
Oddity (IMDb Rating: 7/10)
‘Oddity’ emerged as a surprise hit when it premiered on July 19, 2024. This supernatural thriller follows Darcy's ill-timed visit to her deceased sister's home, carrying a cursed family heirloom. What begins as an awkward reunion with her brother-in-law Ted (Gwilym Lee) and his new partner turns into a nightmarish exploration of grief, possession, and family secrets.
Strange Darling (IMDb Rating: 7.1/10)
‘Strange Darling’ taps into modern dating anxieties with a horrifying twist. When a chance encounter leads to romance, our protagonist discovers her charming one-night stand harbours deadly secrets. This pulse-pounding thriller forces viewers to question how well we can ever know someone we've just met.
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Heretic (IMDb Rating: 7.1/10)
‘Heretic’ brings together the unlikely combination of Mormon missionaries and supernatural horror. Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East deliver compelling performances as Sisters Barnes and Paxton, whose routine door-to-door visits lead them to Hugh Grant's enigmatic Mr Reed. What follows is a haunting test of faith that will leave viewers questioning their own beliefs.
Infested (IMDb Rating: 6.2/10)
For those brave enough to face their arachnophobia, ‘Infested’ offers a uniquely terrifying experience. Director Sebastien Vanicek's French thriller presents a scientifically inspired nightmare: spiders that grow ten times their size when threatened. This innovative take on creature features combines biological horror with intense psychological thrills.
2024 has delivered some of the most spine-tingling and unforgettable horror films. From psychological thrillers to creature features, these seven films will leave a lasting impression.
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