On October 31st it’s that time again: Halloween is just around the corner.
Film fans who don’t feel like crowded cinemas ask themselves the question: What should we watch at home? Which film provides the ultimate spooky fun and gets us in the right mood for the scariest time of the year?
Here are the top 10 horror films Amazon Prime for the perfect thrill Halloween.
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1. The Silence of the Lambs
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Five Oscars and a cult status! “The Silence of the Lambs” starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins and Scott Glenn is not only a classic, but also a real horror thriller!
A cruel mass murderer is terrorizing the northeastern United States. The killer kidnaps curvy women, keeps them alive for a few days before shooting and skinning them. The police are faced with a mystery!
In this desperate situation, aspiring FBI agent Clarice Starling is led by Dr. Crawford, the head of the behavioral research department, was sent to the imprisoned cannibal Hannibal Lecter. He hopes that Lecter, a former psychiatrist, can help identify the killer.
When a senator’s daughter becomes the next victim of the killer dubbed “Buffalo Bill” by the media, Lecter becomes the only hope. But the manipulative, brilliant Lecter has his own plans and penetrates ever deeper into Clarice’s soul…
2. Talk to Me
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17-year-old Mia prefers to stay with her best friend Jade than with her withdrawn father. Jade’s mother Sue and brother Riley have become a surrogate family for Mia.
To deal with the second anniversary of their mother’s death, Mia and Jade join Jade’s friend Daniel in a popular online trend: necromancy. They take part in a party séance in which a mummified hand serves as a medium.
But when the friends break the rules, they tear down the barrier between this world and the next – and have to face the terrible consequences.
3. Sighs
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Starring Dakota Johnson, Tilda Swinton, Mia Goth and Chloë Grace Moretz!
The year is 1977: the talented dancer Susie Bannion moves to divided Berlin to begin her training in the famous Markos dance ensemble. And she’s lucky: she’s accepted and quickly catapults herself into the top league of dancers!
But while she lives her dream, the mysterious atmosphere of the renowned school initially remains hidden from her – she is too busy with her career. But the dark secrets of this supposedly venerable house don’t take long to emerge and catch up with Susie.
4. Polaroid
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The student Bird Fitcher is a real loner – she prefers to keep her distance from her classmates and dedicate herself to her passion: photography. One day at her job in the antique store she comes across an old instant camera, which she immediately pockets. Overjoyed with her new toy, Bird has no idea what dark secret she will unleash.
Because after the first few shots she realizes that whoever is photographed by this camera will soon die a brutal death at the hands of a scary creature. At a party, the unsuspecting Bird takes a group photo and seals the fate of her classmates.
A way out? None! The danger is already lurking behind the next shot. Kathryn Prescott, Tyler Young and Katie Stevens shine in the leading roles.
4. The Woman in Black
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At the beginning of the 20th century, the young London lawyer Arthur Kipps, played by Daniel Radcliffe, is sent to a remote British community to sell the estate of a deceased widow.
Only a scary woman in black shows up at the funeral and the villagers react strangely. Kipps asks suspicious questions, but no one wants to help him. Back in the mansion, he is haunted by eerie voices and sees the mysterious woman in black again.
During his investigation, he discovers that the ghost is seeking revenge because her son once tragically drowned. Kipps has to act quickly to stop the disaster.
5. Sinister
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The troubled writer Ellison (played by Ethan Hawke) doesn’t have it easy: Because of financial worries, he moves with his family into a small house in which a family mysteriously died years ago. Skeptical of the rumors, Ellison wants to finish his new crime novel there.
While searching for inspiration at night, he discovers a box of old film rolls in the attic. In addition to harmless family recordings, he also finds shocking, disturbing videos. Since the police can’t help him, Ellison takes the investigation into his own hands.
But the deeper he digs, the more he doubts his own sanity. As he uncovers the grisly secret, dark forces seem to cast a spell over his children – and the connection to the murders becomes increasingly clear.
6. Split
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Life turns into hell for the headstrong and mindful Casey and her friends Claire and Marcia when they are kidnapped by a sinister man. Her tormentor Kevin turns out to be a very special case: he suffers from multiple personality disorder and has 23 different personalities.
As the girls desperately search for a way out, they have no idea that something sinister is stirring within Kevin – a demonic 24th personality that calls itself “the Beast” and is about to break out. The clock is ticking and time is becoming increasingly scarce for the girls.
The film stars Anya Taylor-Joy, Haley Lu Richardson, Jessica Sula and James McAvoy.
7. The Elevator Game
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Elevator Game – the scary horror film highlight from 2023 by Rebekah McKendry with Megan Best and Adam Hurtig!
The Elevator Game is not only an urban legend from Asia, but has also become a true internet phenomenon. This ritual in the elevator is intended to unleash supernatural powers. In this chilling film, the story follows a group that specializes in debunking urban legends and documenting their attempts.
But this time it will be different: As soon as they start the ritual, they realize that every legend has a spark of truth in it. A race against time begins!
8. Totally Killer
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Jamie is annoyed by her mother Pam’s old stories about the infamous serial killer who slaughtered almost all of her friends 35 years ago. But when the “Sweet Sixteen” killer suddenly returns and terrorizes Jamie and her gang, everything changes.
In an exciting time paradox, Jamie flees from the masked murderer and ends up in 1987. There she is confronted with the events of that time – and no one believes her. But luckily she finds an ally in her teenage mother. Together, the two hatch a daring plan to stop the killer once and for all.
The main roles are played by Kiernan Shipka, Julie Bowen and Olivia Holt.
9. Truth or Dare
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Fun turns into terror on a Mexican vacation! Student Olivia (played by Lucy Hale) and her best friend Markie (played by Violett Beane) are persuaded by their vacation acquaintance Carter (played by Landon Liboiron) to play a harmless game of truth or dare in a mysterious cave. But soon Carter starts behaving strangely…
When Olivia is back home, it becomes clear to her: the game is serious! Suddenly she has terrible visions and realizes that her friends are in great danger. Anyone who does not tell the truth or refuses a test of courage must expect a brutal death.
Desperate, the surviving friends make their way back to Mexico, determined to put an end to the deadly game once and for all.
10. Get Out
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“Get Out” – A gripping horror thriller from 2017 by Jordan Peele.
In this captivating film, young African American Chris Washington meets his white girlfriend Rose Armitage to visit her family in the country. But Chris soon realizes that something is very wrong in this seemingly idyllic suburb.
As he explores the surrounding area, Chris uncovers dark secrets about the villagers, especially Rose’s family. He becomes embroiled in a shocking conspiracy in which African Americans are reduced to a sinister and disturbing state.
The Film not only impresses with its nerve-wracking plot, but also deals with important topics such as racism.
