Best Horror Movies of 2023

A struggling writer and his wife go on vacation to an isolated resort on a fictional island. After an accident, they are taken in by the authorities and learn that the country has a unique justice system: murder must be avenged by the victim's son, but the guilty party can have their clone killed in their place. The writer faces a difficult decision, and the experience leaves him deeply traumatized.

Unwelcome is a 2022 folk horror film about a young couple who move to a remote house in rural Ireland. They soon discover that the house is haunted by evil goblins, who are attracted to the blood of pregnant women. The couple must fight to protect their unborn child from the creatures. The film was directed by Jon Wright and stars Eve Hewson, Thomas Doherty, and Niamh Cusack. It was released on Shudder on October 14, 2022.

Knock at the Cabin is a 2023 psychological horror film about a family enjoying a vacation at their remote Cabin when four strangers suddenly take them hostage. The strangers claim that the world is ending and that the only way to save it is for the family to sacrifice one of their own. The family must make an impossible decision, choosing between their survival and the world's fate. M. Night Shyamalan directs the film, and it stars Dave Bautista, Jonathan Groff, Ben Aldridge, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Kristen Cui, Abby Quinn, and Rupert Grint.

Scream VI is an American slasher film which follows the survivors of the Ghostface killings as they seek a fresh start in New York City, leaving Woodsboro behind. However, their new lives are soon disrupted when an unknown killer targets them. The film is a meta-commentary on the slasher genre and is praised for its humor, scares, and self-awareness.

In this gripping film, Larry is abducted by his three closest companions who intend to enjoy a bachelor weekend retreat in a haunted mansion. While exploring the eerie hallways, they share the chilling tale of Sylvia, an evil woman who committed a heinous act long ago, including leaving her son buried beneath the floorboards. However, the group's plans take an unexpected turn when Larry realizes he was meant to bond with his enigmatic future brother-in-law, Harrison, instead. Disconcerted by his oversight, Larry impulsively invites Harrison to join the outing without consulting his friends. Soon, a spirited séance unfolds, leading to an influx of unexpected and haunting visitors.

The Pope's Exorcist is based on the well-documented experiences of Father Gabriele Amorth, the esteemed Chief Exorcist of the Vatican, compellingly portrayed by Academy Award winner Russell Crowe. The film delves into Father Amorth's gripping journey as he delves into a distressing case of a young boy plagued by possession. However, as he delves deeper into the investigation, Father Amorth stumbles upon an ancient conspiracy that the Vatican has tried to conceal for centuries. The movie unravels a gripping tale of mystery and intrigue, exploring the harrowing battle between good and evil within the context of a hidden and covert world.

This contemporary monster narrative revolves around Renfield, Dracula's devoted servant, who finds himself bound to fulfill the whims of history's most self-absorbed master. Tasked with obtaining victims and carrying out degrading commands, Renfield has endured centuries of torment. However, he yearns to break free from the shadow of The Prince of Darkness and explore a life beyond his codependent existence. As he embarks on this journey of self-discovery, Renfield grapples with the challenge of ending his entangled relationship with Dracula, seeking a path to personal emancipation.

Shifting the narrative from its woodland setting to an urban backdrop, Evil Dead Rise presents a macabre story revolving around two estranged sisters, skillfully portrayed by Alyssa Sutherland and Lily Sullivan. Their long-awaited reunion is abruptly curtailed when malevolent flesh-possessing demons emerge, propelling them into an intense and primal struggle for survival. In this harrowing ordeal, they confront an unimaginably nightmarish iteration of family ties.

On a bitterly cold evening in December 1945, the scene unfolds within the opulent parlor of a Brooklyn brownstone, where five esteemed military veterans assemble. Bound by deep camaraderie since their early years, these individuals have come together to offer solace and aid to their troubled host. However, what began as a simple invitation for cocktails unexpectedly transforms into an impromptu séance, where the figurative specters of their past take on a startling and tangible presence.

In a psychiatric setting, a gentleman named Lester Billings converses with the attending psychiatrist, detailing the distressing occurrences surrounding the "murders" of his three young children over several years. In unfortunate events, his first two offspring met untimely and enigmatic demises attributed to seemingly unrelated causes of crib death and convulsions.

At the same time, they were left unattended in their respective bedrooms. Curiously, before being left alone, the children consistently expressed fear of a perceived entity referred to as the "Boogeyman." The closet door was also found ajar upon discovering their lifeless bodies, despite Mr. Billings' unwavering recollection of having shut it securely.