As the new year delivers a new wave of films, the horror genre is poised to take centre stage, so prepare to mark your calendar for restless nights. Fans may anticipate a highly anticipated adaptation of Stephen King’s work that will be released in theatres in a few weeks, as well as the return of a popular franchise in the upcoming months. There will be a lot of new releases in the genre by December, but these Top 5 Must-Watch Horror Movies upcoming films have us—and most likely you—particularly thrilled.
Until Dawn
Fans of classic horror films won’t want to miss Until Dawn, hitting theaters on April 25. With a strong 1980s vibe, the story follows Clover and her friends as they search for her missing sister, Melanie, in a sinister valley. Along the way, they must uncover the truth behind supernatural events and escape a masked killer—all before dawn.
Details
- Platform: Theatrical release
- Director: Joe Dante
- IMDb Rating: Not yet available
- Runtime: 1h 40m (estimated)
- Genre: Horror, Mystery
Synopsis for Until Dawn
Clover and her friends venture into a creepy valley to find her missing sister, Melanie. As they face supernatural events and a deadly masked killer, they must uncover the truth and survive until dawn.
28 Years Later
The long-awaited sequel to Cillian Murphy’s 2002 horror hit, 28 Days Later, picks up nearly 30 years after the zombie apocalypse began in the UK. While Murphy won’t return, the story focuses on a group of survivors seeking refuge on an isolated island. Their fragile peace is shattered when one of them ventures out to see if the world beyond has recovered. 28 Years Later is set to hit theaters on June 20.
Details
- Platform: Theatrical release
- Director: Danny Boyle (rumored)
- IMDb Rating: Not yet available
- Runtime: 1h 50m (estimated)
- Genre: Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi
Synopsis for 28 Years Later
Nearly 30 years after the zombie apocalypse, a group of survivors hides on an isolated island. Their safety is jeopardized when one of them ventures into the outside world to see if the chaos has ended.
The Monkey
Based on the same-titled Stephen King short story from 1980, The Monkey will be released in theatres on February 21. With its unique balance of surprising comedy and spine-tingling suspense, the picture, which was directed by famed filmmaker Osgood Perkins (Gretel & Hansel), offers a new take on the horror genre and has already won accolades from early critics.
Details
- Platform: Theatrical release, later on HBO Max
- Director: Osgood Perkins
- IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
- Runtime: 1h 45m
- Genre: Psychological Horror, Mystery
Synopsis for The Monkey
Twin brothers Hal and Ben (Theo James) uncover their late father’s cursed toy monkey in the attic, triggering a series of deadly events tied to their family’s dark past. Directed by Osgood Perkins, this chilling adaptation of Stephen King’s 1980 short story blends suspense, mystery, and dark humor as the brothers race to break the curse before it’s too late.
The Ritual
Psychological horror fans are in for a treat this year with The Ritual. The story follows two priests whose relationship becomes strained when one begins to question his faith while the other confronts his dark past. Starring Al Pacino, Dan Stevens, and Ashley Greene, The Ritual promises a gripping blend of suspense and drama. Mark your calendars—it hits theaters on April 18!
Details
- Platform: Theatrical release (and HBO Max post-release)
- Director: David Bruckner
- IMDb Rating: 6.3/10
- Runtime: 1h 34m
- Genre: Horror, Thriller
Synopsis for The Ritual
Two priests, Father Simon (Al Pacino) and Father Daniel (Dan Stevens), face a crisis of faith and buried secrets while investigating a mysterious ritual in a remote village. With Ashley Greene in a pivotal role, The Ritual delivers a gripping blend of psychological horror and suspense.
Sinners
Another psychological horror, Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan, is set to release worldwide on April 18. The story follows twin brothers Elijah and Elias as they return to their hometown, hoping for a fresh start after a troubled past. However, their plans take a dark turn when they encounter an even greater evil that forces them to confront their deepest traumas.
Details
- Platform: Theatrical release
- Director: John Carpenter (rumored)
- IMDb Rating: Not yet available
- Runtime: 1h 50m (estimated)
- Genre: Psychological Horror, Thriller
Synopsis for Sinners
Twin brothers Elijah and Elias (Michael B. Jordan) return to their hometown seeking a new beginning after a painful past. But their hopes for a fresh start are shattered when they face a powerful evil force that brings their old wounds to light. Sinners is a gripping psychological horror that explores the weight of trauma and the struggle for redemption.
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