Kevin Bacon lists 22 of his favorite horror films for Halloween (proving he’s a true horror fan)

Kevin Bacon lists 22 of his favorite horror films for Halloween (proving he's a true horror fan)

As a seasoned gamer with a soft spot for horror movies and a knack for uncovering hidden gems, I can confidently say that Kevin Bacon’s list of top 22 horror films is nothing short of spectacular! With my gaming skills honed from countless hours spent in darkened rooms battling virtual monsters, I feel uniquely qualified to appreciate the terror and suspense that these movies deliver.


As Halloween nears, fans of scary movies are eagerly seeking spine-tingling suggestions to establish an eerie atmosphere during this frightful period. Who could be a more suitable guide than Kevin Bacon, a renowned actor not only known for his roles in some of the most memorable horror films ever made but also acknowledged for his genuine passion and admiration for the genre?

Recently, Bacon posted on his social media platform a list of his top 22 horror movies, surprising and delighting his fans. The Golden Globe winner expressed his fondness for October, citing its status as the month of horror films due to Halloween’s presence within it. I couldn’t help but nod in agreement!

Here’s your chance to explore the top 22 horror films that captivated Bacon! If you’re up for it, keep going as we’ve lined them up and even provided details on where to catch them. Some of these chilling tales feature Bacon himself, while others do not. Enjoy the frightful journey!

Kevin Bacon lists 22 of his favorite horror films for Halloween (proving he's a true horror fan)

  • Audition (1999) – Tubi for free
  • Don’t Look Now (1973) – Pluto TV for free
  • One Cut of the Dead (2017) – AMC+
  • Dawn of the Dead (1978) – Available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video
  • Shaun of the Dead (2004) – Peacock
  • 28 Days Later (2002) – There’s currently no place where you can watch this film.
  • Get Out (2017) – Peacock
  • A Girl Walks Home Alone At Night (2014) – Available to rent or purchase on digital platforms
  • Let The Right One In (2008) – Tubi, Pluto TV, or Peacock for free, Amazon Prime Video
  • X (2022) – Available to rent or buy on digital platforms
  • Pearl (2022) – Netflix, Paramount+
  • MaXXXine (2024) – Available to rent or purchase on digital platforms and coming to Max on Oct. 18
  • The Witch (2015) – Amazon Prime Video
  • The Love Witch (2016) – Tubi, Peacock, Pluto TV, or Freevee for free
  • The Blair Witch Project (1999) – Peacock
  • The Descent (2005) – Available to rent or buy on digital platforms
  • Slither (2006) – Tubi for free, Peacock
  • Midsommar (2019) – Max
  • Martyrs (2008) – Tubi or Plex for free
  • Hereditary (2018) – Available to rent or buy on digital platforms
  • Smile (2022) – Paramount+, Hulu
  • Stir of Echoes (1999) – Paramount+

Are any of the horror movies on Bacon’s list your personal faves?

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2024-10-11 02:25

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