The horror genre in 2025 continued its tradition of blending mainstream franchise entries with bold indie experiments, offering something for every type of horror fan. Major theatrical releases included Final Destination: Bloodlines, a visceral continuation of the long-running series that delivered inventive death sequences and suspenseful twists, and Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s genre-bending tale set in the South that mixed supernatural elements with socio-historical themes, receiving strong audience attention. Supernatural horror also made waves with films like Bring Her Back, which leaned into body horror and psychological horror tropes, and the highly anticipated Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, bringing the creepy animatronics back to screens for both younger and older fans alike. Additionally, psychological and slasher fare such as Dangerous Animals showcased the diversity in style and tone while original concepts such as Zach Cregger’s Weapons signaled a growing appetite for mystery-driven, psychological horror rooted in unsettling realism rather than traditional monsters.
Here are our top five horrors of 2025.
5. 28 Years Later
4. Final Destination: Bloodlines
3. Bring Her Back
2. Weapons
1. Sinners
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