The 4 best Neon horror movies of 2024 you absolutely must watch

As a seasoned gamer of the macabre, I can confidently say that 2024 has been a year to remember in the realm of horror entertainment! With A24 and Neon leading the charge, we’ve been graced with an array of spine-tingling tales that have kept us on the edge of our seats.

2024 is hard to fathom, as it nears its end! This year has been exceptionally thrilling for horror enthusiasts, with a plethora of new movies and shows gracing our screens. You’ve likely noticed that A24 has delivered some top-notch horror content this year, such as the films “MaXXXine,” “I Saw the TV Glow,” and “Heretic.” However, it isn’t just A24 that’s been active in the indie film scene, consistently churning out horror projects.

Neon, known for distributing hit horror films like “The Lodge”, “Infinity Pool”, “Little Monsters”, “Titane”, and “Possessor”, has also offered some of the year’s most tense and unsettling movies. These films feature shocking plot twists, skin-crawling atmospheres, and stories that linger in your mind even after the final credits. Here are the top four Neon horror movies from 2024 that you simply can’t miss!

Longlegs

Without a doubt, Longlegs stands as Neon’s top horror film of the year, offering a chilling mix of suspense and supernatural fright. This cinematic masterpiece is an absolute must-watch for any horror enthusiast, ideally more than once. Following its release in July, you can now enjoy this spine-tingling thriller by renting or buying it on various digital platforms. Keep an eye out for its potential future streaming availability on Hulu.

In this rephrased version: Maika Monroe, famously known for her role in the movie “It Follows“, takes on the character of FBI agent Lee Harker. She is tasked with locating a notorious occult serial killer called “Longlegs”, who has been terrorizing people and leaving a trail of victims. Academy Award-winning actor Nicholas Cage delivers an unnerving portrayal as Longlegs. Other notable actors like Blair Underwood, Alicia Witt, Kiernan Shipka, and Peter James Bryant also feature in this spine-tingling horror film.

Immaculate

As a fellow enthusiast of psychological horror, I highly recommend giving “Immaculate” on Hulu a watch. If you’ve enjoyed the chilling suspense of “Rosemary’s Baby,” then I’m confident that you’ll find yourself captivated by this film too, as it keeps audiences guessing with its unexpected twists and turns.

In the direction of Michael Mohan, with a script penned by Andrew Lobel, the narrative revolves around Sister Cecilia, an American nun, who embarks on a new phase of her life at a tranquil Italian countryside convent. Yet, her serene introduction swiftly metamorphoses into a harrowing ordeal as she unearths the ominous and unspeakable mysteries shrouded within the convent’s ancient walls. Initially, this journey was intended to be spiritual; however, it eventually becomes a struggle for survival.

In a fun, first-person gaming twist, I’d say: “Hey there gaming buddies! Guess who’s stepping into the spotlight in our next adventure? None other than Sydney Sweeney from Euphoria, playing Sister Cecilia! And here’s the cool part – Álvaro Morte, Benedetta Porcaroli, Dora Romano, Giorgio Colangeli, and Simona Tabasco are all along for the ride too!

Cuckoo

In a different wording: Sweeney’s ‘Euphoria’ co-star, Hunter Schafer, dabbled in horror this year with the genre-bending film titled ‘Cuckoo’. Similar to ‘Longlegs’, this Neon production is predicted to arrive on Hulu at some point. However, as of now, you can only catch it by renting or purchasing it digitally.

In “Cuckoo”, Schafer portrays Gretchen, a mourning teenager, who, following her mother’s death, is compelled to relocate with her father and sister to an isolated resort nestled in the Bavarian Alps. However, upon settling in, strange and violent occurrences begin to target her. This escalation prompts her to unearth unsettling truths about the resort and its residents.

Handling the Undead

Explore “Managing the Unliving” – a Norwegian chiller filled with mystery and terror that will captivate your attention from start to finish. You can catch it on Hulu, or rent or buy it through Amazon Prime Video, Fandango Now, Google Play, or Apple TV+. It might not be the standard horror for every enthusiast, but only a viewing can tell if it’s worthwhile for you.

The movie is set in Oslo, Norway during the summer season, where we delve into the lives of three families who are grappling with their loss. One fateful day, their departed family members inexplicably regain consciousness, but they’ve undergone a change – their actions and personalities have shifted dramatically from what they used to be. This leaves us questioning: Are they truly back? What has transpired to alter them? Renate Reinsve, Bjørn Sundquist, Bente Børsum, Anders Danielsen Lie, Bahar Pars, and Inesa Dauksta headline this chilling horror production.

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