Looking for horror films that don’t always make the big mainstream lists but still deliver tension, fear, and a few sleepless nights? Hulu has quietly built a catalog full of creepy, clever, and sometimes downright bizarre titles sure to surprise even the most seasoned horror fan. Here’s a fresh look at ten unsettling favorites you can stream right now.
10. The Clovehitch Killer
Behind many of the most ordinary front doors sometimes lies real terror. Loosely based on true crime, this paranoia-fueled, slow-burning thriller tells the story of a teen boy who begins to suspect that the apparently perfect father he idolizes might be hiding something far darker. It builds the dread so slowly, layering family tension with quiet, creeping horror until you’re second-guessing every friendly smile and polite gesture.
9. The House That Jack Built
This arthouse descent into madness follows Jack, a serial killer reflecting on twelve years of atrocities that have grown increasingly heinous. Rather than mere shocks, the movie incorporates pitch-black humor, graphic violence, and philosophical musings to turn the entire story into one bizarre character study. It’s disturbing, stylish, and intentionally provocative-more cinematic nightmare than horror film.
8. It’s A Wonderful Knife
Holiday cheer mixed with murder-if that’s your idea of a good time, this modern Christmas slasher brings exactly that. After wishing she had never been born, Winnie wakes up in an alternate reality where she’s vanished, and a killer she once stopped is now free to wreak havoc. The film combines a nostalgic holiday vibe with sharp, bloody tension, offering a playful and eerie twist on a classic.
7. Down (2019)
Trapped inside an elevator over the course of a long holiday weekend, two co-workers subtly transition from harmless flirtation into something far more unsettling. As the hours drag on, the cozy atmosphere unravels, revealing hidden motives and escalating danger. This tight, claustrophobic thriller presents a nerve-wracking game of trust, isolation, and survival, all hinging on a very simple premise.
6. Bad Hair (2020)
This 80s-set satirical horror-comedy tells the story of a young woman who will stop at nothing to get ahead in the cutthroat world of image-obsessed television. When she finally gets the fancy new weave that she thinks is going to change her life, it starts to take control-literal control. Blending body horror and beauty standards, race, and ambition, the film offers a unique mix of scares and social critique.
5. Run (2020)
Chloe has spent her whole life under the strict, overwhelming care of her mother. But the older she gets, the more she senses that something is deeply wrong. Inspired by real-life cases of medical abuse, this psychological thriller unravels the terrifying secrets behind their isolated life. The tension in the movie ramps up as Chloe pieces together the truth and turns the familiar home into a trap she must escape.
4. Books of Blood (2020)
This anthology film, based on the iconic stories of Clive Barker, weaves three eerie tales that cross into one another via mysterious events and shared horrors. Each segment offers a different style of fear, from supernatural encounters to deeply emotional dread, which makes for a film that clings to you long after the credits roll. It’s perfect for those viewers who enjoy horror that challenges the mind as much as the nerves.
3. Treehouse (2019)
After a scandal threatens to destroy his reputation, celebrity chef Peter Rake escapes to a remote cabin, believing that isolation will provide respite from the public eye. Instead, he becomes hunted by forces far more dangerous than bad publicity. Gradually, the film shifts from personal drama to shocking revenge tale, placing its protagonist in a wilderness where accountability takes a chilling and unexpected form.
2. Grimcutty (2022)
This is a come-to-life urban legend for the tech age, wherein a teen brother and sister discover that an internet meme has manifested in the real world-and it’s targeting the local families. Adults panic and jump to conclusions, but siblings are on their own. The film taps into modern anxieties about viral trends, digital fear, and the generation gap, all wrapped in a creature-feature package.
1. Matriarch (2022)
After surviving a mysterious illness, Laura Birch returns to her hometown in hopes of peace and recovery. Instead, she uncovers haunting truths about her mother, her community, and the strange power that seems to be calling her back. The deeper she digs, the more unsettling her past becomes, building toward a psychological and supernatural unraveling that keeps you guessing.
Whether you’re into slow-burn suspense, bizarre art-horror, or sharp social satire, Hulu has some surprising scares in store. These ten films offer something for every type of horror lover-and each brings its own brand of dread. So grab a blanket, dim the lights, and dive into the shadows. You’ve got a long, eerie night of streaming ahead.