50 Must Watch Hollywood Horror Films - Part 1

The Conjuring is set to release this Friday and already people are talking about just how scary it is! The recent contributions to the horror genre have just comprised of psychotic slasher movies that leave you disturbed more than scared. So, we have put together a list of some fab must watch scary movies!

Don't let the number 50 daunt you! This list is a compilation of some of the most awesome horror experiences from Hollywood. From ghosts, demons, witches, haunted houses and zombies to the all time favorite - Satan. Splatter films, found footage films, monster films, exploitation films and giallos. This list has it all!

So, grab your pillow and dim the lights - here are number 26 to 50 must watch Hollywood horror films!

(for part 2 of this list, go here:https://www.desimartini.com/news/hollywood/50-must-watch-hollywood-horror-films-part-2/article5643.htm)

50.Pet Sematary (1986)

A sematary which can bring the buried dead back to life, this creepy movie was based on a Stephen King novel.

49.Child’s Play (1988)

What will you do if the most horrfic looking doll called Chucky is out to kill you? This film spawned several sequels but we think only the first one is worth a watch!

48.Saw (2004)

Saw part 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 don't hold a candle to the gory serial killer based first part! Each character death is more twisted than the last - a must watch for people who can stand a bit of blood and guts on screen!

47.Session 9 (2001)

If mad scientists and abandoned hospitals feed your psychological horror hunger, then this cult film is for you!

46.May (2002)

This weird modern day version of Frankenstein is known for one of the most creepiest endings in horror films!

45.Frailty (2001)

Supernatural stuff + serial killer + twist ending = awesome movie (thumbs up!)

44.The Grudge (2004)

Hollywood'sattempt at remaking a Japanese horror film. Watch it for the iconic child ghost!

43.Orphan (2009)

If you think this film is about a creepy kid, think again.

42.Drag Me To Hell (2009)

No one does campy horror better than Sam Raimi!

41.Scream (1996)

Witty writing and self-reflexive horror gave this genre a new (after) life until Scary Movie came along and made a joke out of Ghostface!

40.The Cabin In The Woods (2012)

Five friends go to a cabin in the woods for a vacation and become victims of clichéd horror movie accidents. But trust us, you will not see the twist coming! This is one of the best horror films in recent times!

39.28 Days Later (2002)

Danny Boyle's brilliant take on the zombie movie genre!

38.Misery (1991)

Sometimes a human being is scarier than ghosts.

37.Poltergeist (1982)

This franchise was believed to be cursed because many people associated with this film died. Scary, right?

36.The Orphanage (2006)

A chilling take on old-school ghost stories!

35.Friday The 13^th(1980)

Full of blood and gore - don't watch it on an empty stomach! Jason Voorhees makes his first appearance here but it is the sequels that made him an icon of horror.

34.The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

Serial killer. Cult. Classic. Leatherface will haunt your dreams! (Watch the 1974 version only please, this movie has some crappy remakes and sequels)

33.The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005)

Demonic possession at its best!

32.The Amityville Horror (1978)

One of the best in the haunted house genre of horror!

31.Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

With a villain that'll haunt your dreams. Literally. Freddy Krueger is coming to get you.

30.Paranormal Activity (2009)

This low-budget surprise hit was a realistic and scary take on the haunted house genre! You will be screaming by the end of it! (You do know that this wasn't a true story, right?)

29.Horror of Dracula (1959)

This is a classic example of horror done by the Hammer Studios. Christopher Lee's Dracula is as menacing as he is handsome. He's the best vampire! (with all due respect to Bela Lugosi)

28.The Wicker Man (1973)

With one of the most brilliant and terrifying story lines whose careful build up of mystery will leave you spellbound. Another Christopher Lee starrer for the insatiable horror buffs!

27.The Brood (1979)

The best film by the master of body horror - David Cronenberg.

26.Don’t Look Now (1974)

We wonder why there aren't more horror films set in Venice!