In search of a horror hit that’s a bit of the road less traveled? Amazon Prime Video is a treasure trove for fans of all things scary, filled with cult favorites, indie darlings, and bone-tingling new titles. A die-hard horror fan or simply a weekend itching for something spooky, here are 10 of the best horror movies available to stream on Prime at this very moment, ranked in reverse for an added touch of suspense.
10. The Night Watchmen (2017)
Sometimes you’re just in the mood to see a ragtag crew take on vampires in a warehouse. This indie horror-comedy delivers exactly that—blood, laughs, and a whole lot of chaos. With its scrappy energy, practical gore effects, and a storyline that doesn’t take itself too seriously, The Night Watchmen is a blast from start to finish. It’s a perfect pick for anyone who loves fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek horror fun.
9. Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum (2018)
If you believe found footage is tired, reconsider. This South Korean horror movie injects the subgenre with a shot of adrenaline. A team of filmmakers making a paranormal web series ventures into a legendary deserted asylum, but staged frights turn into blindingly real terror. It’s heavy on tension and shows some seriously innovative scares, making it one of the scariest entries in contemporary found footage horror.
8. The Endless (2018)
Mixing sci-fi and horror, The Endless tells the story of two brothers returning to a cult they fled years before—only to discover that some kind of cosmic and intensely disturbing fate awaits them. Written by and starring Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, this indie darling considers themes of trauma, time loops, and existential horror. It’s a slow burn with much to think about and many creepy surprises in between.
7. Totally Killer (2023)
Imagine mixing a slasher flick with a time-travel comedy, and you’ve got Killer. When a teenager is transported back to the 1980s, she teams up with her mom’s younger self to stop a serial killer before he strikes again. Kiernan Shipka brings charm and humor to a film that somehow manages to be suspenseful, funny, and heartfelt all at once. It’s a fresh twist on familiar tropes that works surprisingly well.
6. The Deep House (2021)
You’ve watched haunted house movies—but ever seen one underwater? This French horror film drops its characters into an underwater house beneath a remote lake, where the traditional ghosts and ghouls are even more frightening with several feet of water over them. The underwater environment creates an entirely new level of claustrophobia and tension, and this is one of the most visually distinctive horror experiences available.
5. Hell House LLC (2015)
“Found footage” has little left to give, and you would think so until Hell House LLC arrives to disabuse you of the notion. The action centers around a documentary team investigating a Halloween haunted house attraction that turned tragic. What you get is a tightly wound, disturbingly effective horror movie that creates suspense gradually and artfully. No wonder it has found a cult audience. Launching a trilogy of movies later.
4. Saint Maud (2021)
This disturbing psychological horror from A24 is at once intensely personal and utterly terrifying. Morfydd Clark gives a riveting performance as a hospice nurse whose devout religiosity turns sinister. The film masterfully dissolves the distinction between religious zealotry and insanity, meanwhile cranking up the tension toward an unforgettable climactic shock. It’s eerie to the point of being unsettling.
3. Terrifier 2 (2022)
If gore is your thing, Terrifier 2 delivers in spades. Art the Clown returns in this outrageous, over-the-top sequel that’s made a big splash in the horror world. What started as a small indie slasher has become a full-blown cult sensation, thanks to its wild kills, unrelenting violence, and surprisingly ambitious storytelling. It’s bloody, chaotic, and weirdly unforgettable.
2. Let the Right One In (2008)
This Swedish cult classic retells the vampire legend from the perspective of an isolated boy and his enigmatic new neighbor. A haunting winter suburban backdrop provides the setting for this subdued, emotionally charged coming-of-age horror film that combines the drama of adolescence with genuinely unsettling horror. Its legacy continues to be felt, inspiring not only a good American remake and TV adaptation but also rumblings of a sequel. Don’t miss it.
1. Nosferatu (2024)
Robert Eggers adds his unsettling twist to the vampire legend with this breathtaking remake of the 1922 silent classic. With spooky performances from Bill Skarsgård and Lily-Rose Depp, Nosferatu is dark, moody, and atmospheric in the best possible ways. It’s already earned Oscar nominations and box office prestige, and it’s easy to see why—it’s a visually luscious, profoundly disturbing movie that lingers in your head long after the end credits.
From low-profile indie gems to award-winning classics, Prime Video’s horror collection is packed with surprises. So dim the lights, grab a seat, and get ready to be lost in some truly unforgettable nightmares.