PUBLISHED
January 16, 2025
Horror fans, get ready—2025 is coming for your sleep! From eerie haunted objects to terrifying space mysteries and long-awaited franchise sequels, this year’s lineup of horror movies is packed with nightmare fuel.
Whether you’re into psychological horror, supernatural scares, or good old-fashioned slasher chaos, there’s something lurking in the shadows for you. So grab your popcorn (and maybe a nightlight), because these spine-chilling films are set to dominate the big screen in 2025!
1. ‘Companion’ – January 31
A billionaire’s death sets off a terrifying chain of events when Iris and her friends take a weekend trip to his lakeside estate. What starts as a lavish getaway soon turns into a deadly nightmare. From the creative minds behind The Notebook and Barbarian, this new kind of love story blends romance and horror in an unexpected way. Directed by Drew Hancock.
2. ‘The Monkey’ – February 21
Based on Stephen King’s 1980 short story, this horror adaptation follows twin brothers who stumble upon a cursed toy monkey in their attic. Every time the monkey’s cymbals clash, someone dies in horrific ways. Can they break the curse before it’s too late? Directed by Oz Perkins (Gretel & Hansel).
3. ‘Opus’ – March 14
A young writer receives an exclusive invitation to the remote estate of a legendary pop star who mysteriously vanished 30 years ago. But as she delves deeper into the singer’s past, she realizes she’s not alone—and that some secrets are better left buried. Directed by Anthony Greem.
4. ‘Ash’ – March 21
After waking up on a distant planet, a woman discovers the crew of her space station has been brutally slaughtered. As she investigates, a terrifying force makes itself known, turning the mission into a desperate fight for survival. Directed by Flying Lotus (Kuso).
5. ‘Sinners’ – April 18
Twin brothers return to their small hometown to escape their troubled pasts and start fresh. But something sinister has been waiting for them, and their homecoming soon turns into a fight against a greater evil. Directed by Ryan Coogler (Black Panther).
6. ‘Until Dawn’ – April 25
A group of friends reunites at a remote ski lodge on the anniversary of their friend’s mysterious disappearance. As they settle in, eerie events begin to unfold, and they soon realize they are not alone. Loosely based on the popular video game of the same name, this chilling adaptation is directed by David F. Sandberg (Lights Out, Annabelle: Creation).
7. ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ – May 16
The sixth installment in the Final Destination franchise brings fresh terror, this time centered on first responders. Death still has a plan, and no one can escape its design. Horror legend Tony Todd makes his final on-screen appearance in this highly anticipated sequel. Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein.
8. ’28 Years Later’ – June 20
Set nearly 30 years after the Rage Virus first spread, this long-awaited sequel to 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later explores the devastating aftermath of the virus in a world struggling to recover. With Danny Boyle returning to direct, fans can expect a fresh yet terrifying continuation of the beloved series.
9. ‘Saw XI’ – September 26
The Saw franchise returns with its 11th installment, promising more gruesome traps and shocking twists. While plot details are under wraps, fans can expect Jigsaw’s deadly legacy to continue in horrifying new ways. Directed by Kevin Greutert (Saw VI, Saw X).
10. ‘The Bride’ – September 26
A reimagining of the 1935 classic Bride of Frankenstein, this film is set in 1930s Chicago, where Frankenstein enlists Dr. Euphronius to help create a companion. When they resurrect a murdered woman as the Bride, it sets off a mix of romance, horror, and social upheaval. Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal and starring a yet-to-be-announced cast, this film is shaping up to be a gothic horror masterpiece.