40 best horror movies and shows to watch on Max this Halloween

September 24, 2024

40 best horror movies and shows to watch on Max this Halloween

Oh boy, I do love a good scare during the spooky season! With such an impressive lineup of horror classics and modern gems coming to Max this October, it’ll be hard not to spend my evenings cowering under a blanket with my flashlight app as my only comfort.

In October, Max will reveal its entire collection of horror content, featuring a thrilling selection of movies and series. As anticipated, fans can expect a diverse lineup consisting of eagerly awaited premieres, revivals of popular series, and timeless horror classics designed to keep viewers gripped with fear.

All in all, Max has a grasp on what its audience craves during the Halloween season, delivering a thrilling lineup of entertainment throughout October. Here’s a round-up of 40 chilling horror films and series to stream on Max this year.

A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

Max release date: Oct. 1, 2024

One of the timeless horror movies arriving at Max this Halloween season is “A Nightmare on Elm Street”, the first film from the successful “A Nightmare on Elm Street” series. This movie revolves around a group of teenagers being hunted by a deceased child murderer named Freddy Krueger, who has the ability to invade and kill his victims in their dreams.

Annabelle: Creation (2017)

Max release date: Oct. 1, 2024

The movie titled “Annabelle: Creation” is a chilling prequel to the 2014 film “Annabelle,” set within the realm of “The Conjuring” universe. Many viewers consider it the most terrifying “Annabelle” film yet. The story revolves around a nun and a group of orphaned girls who, upon moving into a mourning couple’s former residence, start encountering unsettling supernatural events tied to a possessed doll imbued with a wicked spirit.

Gremlins (1984)

Max release date: Oct. 1, 2024

The movie “Gremlins” is undeniably one of the best horror-comedy productions ever conceived. The story revolves around a character named Billy Peltzer, who receives an adorable, furry creature called a Mogwai as a Christmas gift from his father. However, there are three crucial guidelines that Billy must adhere to in order to own the Mogwai without any disastrous repercussions: avoid exposing it to bright light, keep it dry, and refrain from feeding it after dark. Billy affectionately calls his pet Gizmo.

However, once Billy breaches two of the rules, chaos ensues. The tiny creature named Gizmo multiplies, producing more Mogwai. These new Mogwai then morph into evil, destructive beings and promptly cause mayhem in the town of Kingston Falls.

It (2017)

Max release date: Oct. 1, 2024

According to Stephen King’s 1986 book called “It”, the story revolves around a band of misfit kids who must confront their most terrifying phobias after stumbling upon an age-old, formidable foe that disguises itself as a clown named Pennywise.

Every 27 years, Pennywise awakens to feed on the children of Derry, Maine, before going back into hibernation. With Pennywise back on the prowl, the group of kids must band together to put a stop to the malevolent spirit once and for all.

Poltergeist (1982)

Max release date: Oct. 1, 2024

A timelessly terrifying movie, “Poltergeist,” will soon premiere on Max for Halloween enthusiasts. This supernatural horror tale revolves around an ordinary suburban family who uncover that their home is inhabited by malignant ghosts. These specters eventually kidnap the family’s youngest child by luring her through a television screen.

Next, they transport her into a realm mirroring our own but beyond the tangible universe. It now falls upon the remaining family members to challenge the malevolent entities who’ve abducted the child, with the ultimate goal of rescuing her and re-establishing tranquility in their lives.

Salem’s Lot (2024)

Max release date: Oct. 3, 2024

This year, one of Max’s eagerly awaited new titles, “Salem’s Lot,” is set to hit the shelves at the start of October! Originating from Stephen King’s 1975 novel, ‘Salem’s Lot, this story revolves around a writer grappling with his craft who goes back to his small-town home of Jerusalem’s Lot in pursuit of creative spark. However, he soon uncovers that a ravenous vampire is wreaking havoc within the town.

Gremlins: The Wild Batch (2024)

Max release date: Oct. 3, 2024

The second installment of the popular animated horror-comedy series, “Gremlins,” is titled “Gremlins: The Wild Batch.” This season acts as a prequel to both the 1984 film “Gremlins” and its sequel “Gremlins 2: The New Batch.” In this new season, we join Gizmo, Sam, and Elle on their journey to San Francisco in an attempt to locate a fresh batch of mischievous Mogwai who are causing chaos within the city.

Caddo Lake (2024)

Max release date: Oct. 10, 2024

The movie “Caddo Lake” is a chilling horror-thriller that M. Night Shyamalan has produced. It revolves around the enigma of an eight-year-old girl who suddenly vanishes on Caddo Lake. This mysterious disappearance unearths long-buried secrets and sets off a chain reaction, connecting past deaths and disappearances, ultimately rewriting the history of a family already grappling with internal strife.

MaXXXine (2024)

Max release date: Oct. 18, 2024

Following its successful stint at the theater, Ti West’s “MaXXXine” is now set to stream on Max starting October. This slasher flick serves as a follow-up to the 2022 film “X“. The story unfolds in the ’80s and revolves around Maxine Minx, an ambitious actress aiming for Hollywood stardom. However, her aspirations are disrupted when she becomes the prey of a secretive murderer.

Trap (2024)

Max release date: Oct. 25, 2024

2024 saw one of the most chilling horror films, titled “Trap.” This movie centers around a loving father and his daughter, who share a passion for music. However, their excitement to attend their favorite pop star’s concert takes an unexpected turn when they stumble upon a meticulously planned police operation aimed at capturing a notorious serial killer called “The Butcher,” suspected to be lurking in the crowd. The twist? The father is none other than “The Butcher” himself! Spooky, right?

Here are a bunch of more horror/horror-adjacent titles set to be released on Max in October 2024:

A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge (1985) – Oct. 1
A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987) – Oct. 1
A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988) – Oct. 1
A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child (1989) – Oct. 1
A Return to Salem’s Lot (1987) – Oct. 1
Annabelle Comes Home (2019) – Oct. 1
Doctor Sleep (2019) – Oct. 1
Freddy vs. Jason (2003) – Oct. 1
Godzilla vs. Biollante (1992) – Oct. 1
Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah (1998) – Oct. 1
Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) – Oct. 1
I Was a Teenage Zombie (1987) – Oct. 1
Interview with the Vampire (1994) – Oct. 1
It: Chapter Two (2019) – Oct. 1
Misery (1990) – Oct. 1
Stephen King’s It (1990) – Oct. 1
The Conjuring (2013) – Oct. 1
The Conjuring 2 (2016) – Oct. 1
The Curse of La Llorona (2019) – Oct. 1
The Return of Godzilla (1985) – Oct. 1
Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride (2005) – Oct. 1
Traffik (2018) – Oct. 1
Destinations of the Damned with Zak Bagans season 1 – Oct. 2
Expedition X season 8 – Oct. 3
Velma: This Halloween Needs To Be More Special! – Oct. 3
Scariest House in America season 1 – Oct. 4
Kids Baking Championship: Scary Good – Oct. 7
I Am Not A Monster: The Lois Riess Murders – Oct. 15
Paranormal Caught on Camera season 8 – Oct. 28
People Magazine Investigates season 8 – Oct. 28

I’m eagerly looking forward to exploring those chilling horror selections on Max come October! Are any of the series or films from the list appealing to you as well?

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2024-09-24 20:25