10 scary movies on Max to watch for Halloween 2024

As a seasoned gamer and horror movie enthusiast with a heart that beats faster during spooky seasons, I can confidently say that Max has curated a spine-tingling collection of films that are sure to make this Halloween unforgettable!

As Halloween approaches, let’s immerse ourselves in the chilling and mysterious. Why not mark this delightful season by binge-watching a marathon of scary movies that guarantee restless nights? For those who crave the excitement of a good fright, it would be wise to head to Max for an unforgettable experience.

On Max, you can embark on a thrilling journey through the shadowy realms of horror with our spine-tingling collection of terrifying films. These 10 chilling flicks will send shivers down your spine and keep you awake at night as they dance in your dreams, leaving your heart pounding! This Halloween, let Max turn your night into an unforgettable spectacle of fear!

Evil Dead (2013)

“The Evil Dead movie is undeniably among the top films in its horror series. It’s essentially a remake of the 1981 film, The Evil Dead, and is the fourth title in the franchise. The plot revolves around a group of companions who venture to a secluded cabin in the woods with the aim of assisting one of their friends in overcoming heroin addiction.

However, events take a sinister turn when the friends stumble upon an old book called Naturom Demonto hidden in the cellar of their cabin. Unaware of the consequences, they read from it and unwittingly release a malicious entity that begins to overtake them. You can catch a glimpse of the chilling trailer above.

The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018)

The chilling factor in “The Strangers: Prey at Night” lies in its rootedness in reality. Incidents like home invasions, unfortunately, have a chance of occurring in anyone’s life, making it both relatable and terrifying. This slasher movie chronicles the journey of a family opting for a vacation at a remote mobile home park prior to their youngest member starting boarding school. However, their peaceful getaway is disrupted when they encounter three masked attackers who start tormenting them shortly after their arrival.

The Exorcist (1973)

You just had to know we were going to include The Exorcist on the list. It’s arguably one of the scariest movies of all time. Based on William Peter Blatty’s 1971 novel of the same name, The Exorcist revolves around a desperate mother who becomes convinced that a demonic entity possesses her 12-year-old daughter after noticing her exhibiting strange behavior, such as speaking in tongues and levitating. In an attempt to save her daughter, the mother calls on the help of two Catholic priests to perform an exorcism on her.

A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

We had to include a horror classic that still remains scary and impactful, even decades after its release. A Nightmare on Elm Street introduces viewers to one of the most iconic villains in horror cinema, Freddy Krueger. The story centers around a group of teens who find themselves targets of an undead child murderer, aka Freddy Krueger, who has the ability to invade his victims’ dreams and kill them while they sleep.

The Shining (1980)

Without a doubt, another enduring masterpiece in the realm of horror is none other than “The Shining“. Its chilling ambiance, exploration of psychological terror, eerie visuals, and spine-tingling sound design and music all blend seamlessly to craft an unnerving and petrifying viewing journey.

In a chilly Colorado Rockies outpost, a reformed drinker named Jack Torrance, with dreams of becoming a writer, accepts a winter caretaker position at a remote hotel, unaware of its ghostly past. As the snow falls, he becomes increasingly ensnared by the hotel’s spectral history, which gradually erodes his sanity, leading him down a path of violence and insanity.

Here are five more scary movies to watch on Max this Halloween:

Evil Dead Rise (2023 – supernatural horror film)
The Strangers (2008 – psychological horror film)
Sinister (2012 – supernatural horror film)
Scream (1996 – slasher film)
The Conjuring (2013 – supernatural horror film)

2024-10-08 18:25

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