Halloween is almost here, and there are plenty of upcoming horror movies to usher in spooky season. Already this month, we have seen the DCU's first horror movie ever with the release of Clayface, but still to come is a holiday-themed slasher that has Santa visiting us early.
Looking past October, there are monster movies, a cerebral serial killer story, and Robert Eggers latest as well. Basically, we have some sure-fire bangers on the way, and if you love a good old scare, you won't want to miss any of them. So, for all the upcoming movies that you need to know about, read on for our ultimate guide.
I regularly update this page to keep an eye out for even more announcements. But for now, there are plenty of upcoming thrills and chills in store for us. And for even more, head to our guide to the best horror movies for what to watch next.
Upcoming horror movies of 2026
Christmas at the Kringles
Release date: October 30, 2026
OK, so yes, it is strange that a horror movie about Christmas is releasing just before Halloween. But hey, if supermarkets can get away with selling Advent calendars in October, then I'm willing to give Christmas at the Kringles a pass. The flick follows the Seversons family who discover that their new neighbors, the Kringles, celebrate Christmas all year. That may seem pretty harmless, but let's just say that hypnotizing and indoctrination ensue. Also, there is a team-up with Santa as a fight to save the family kicks off. Director Kevin Lewis is helming the flick while Zack Imbrogno has penned the script. It also looks like it will be some glorious bloody fun. So, a perfect holiday precursor, if you ask me.
Godzilla Minus Zero
Release date: November 3, 2026 (UK), November 6, 2026 (US)
OK, so first off, there is debate on whether Godzilla Minus Zero counts as a horror. While the first Godzilla movie easily fits the category, the newer films are much more action-forward with only a whiff of horror characteristics. However, monster movies are a horror sub-genre, and since Godzilla is the most famous kaiju around, I'm making an expectation here. Written and directed by Takashi Yamazaki, this is the sequel to 2023's Godzilla Minus One, and takes place two years after the events of that story. Expect more disasters and general panic as the Shikishima family faces a brand-new "calamity."
Victorian Psycho
Release date: November 13, 2026
Victorian Psycho is an upcoming thriller-horror about a serial killer who also happens to be a young governess. Directed by Zachary Wigon and starring Maika Monroe in the leading role, I will say that I'm very interested in this one based on its trailer, which was very stylish but also very fun. I'm very curious to see if the script can be thrilling throughout, though, and just how scary it is, since we do already seem to know who the killer is here. Stay tuned as I wait for more details!
Werwulf
Release date: December 25, 2026
After taking on witches and vampires, Robert Eggers is now looking towards a new kind of monster with his upcoming horror, Werwulf. Set in 13th-century England, the movie centers around Aaron Taylor-Johnson's farmer and his wife, played by Lily Rose Depp, living in a rural village. But it's not just a lack of food and warmth the peasants have to fear, as a howling monster stalks the countryside. The movie also stars Willem Dafoe and Ralph Ineson. It seems like another winner if you ask us, and the perfect Christmas horror movie to look forward to.
Upcoming horror movies of 2027
The Exorcist: Martyrs
Release date: March 12, 2027
Mike Flanagan's upcoming Exorcist movie looks seriously chilling. It stars Scarlett Johansson as a cop on the trail of a satanic serial killer. However, after watching his execution, his crimes continue on in supernatural capacity and her son is a potential next target. Chiwetel Ejiofor, Jacobi Jupe, Sasha Calle, Hamish Linklater, and John Leguizamo all also star in the movie that Flanagan has called "unsafely dark".
Paranormal Activity 8
Release date: May 21, 2027
The eighth installment of Blumhouse's enormously popular found footage franchise Paranormal Activity was announced in January 2026. No plot details have been released, but we know the upcoming movie is written and directed by Undertone helmer Ian Tuason.
A Quiet Place: Part 3
Release date: July 30, 2027
After the 2024 spin-off, A Quiet Place: Day One, earned $262 million against a $67M budget, it makes sense that the franchise would still be kicking. Heading our way in 2027 is the next entry in the main A Quiet Place franchise with Krasinski back to write, direct, and produce the horror. So far, we don't know anything in terms of plot for the flick; however, since it's a mainline entry, it's likely that it will follow on from the events of A Quiet Place Part 2. It should also be noted that originally this film was set for 2025; hopefully, no more delays are revealed, but we'll keep you posted if anything changes.
The Conjuring: First Communion
Release date: September 10, 2027
Less than six months after The Conjuring: Last Rites marked Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson playing everyone's favorite demon hunters Lorraine and Ed Warren, Warner Bros. confirmed the release date of prequel The Conjuring: First Communion. With such a long way to go until we'll see it in theaters, next to nothing is known about the fright-filled follow-up as it stands, but we do know that Garrett Wareing and Amanda Fix will play younger versions of the paranormal-obsessed paramours.
The Blair Witch Project reboot
Release date: September 24, 2027
Little is known about the latest reboot of found-footage sensation The Blair Witch Project beyond the (impressive) line-up of people shepherding the new movie to the screen. Horror hotshots Jason Blum and James Wan are producing alongside the original film's directors and cast. Dylan Clark, meanwhile, is following in the footsteps of Obsession's Curry Barker and Backrooms' Kane Parsons by making the leap from YouTube to feature filmmaking with Blair Witch. Can it recapture the scare factor of the original? That's a tall order. But after a disastrous sequel and so-so reboot, we're overdue a great reinvention.
Upcoming horror movies of 2028
Gremlins 3
Release date: October 6, 2028
OK, so we don't know if Gremlins 3 is going to be a horror movie exactly, but given how the original '80s movie is one of the best Christmas horror movies of all time, and the second film had some pretty gnarly special effects, we say it is still a worthy addition to this list for now. While we have literally no idea what the story will be this time round, we do know that the script will be co-written by Columbus, Zach Lipovsky, and Adam Stein. Stay tuned for more news!
Return of the Living Dead
Release date: Unknown
Every seasoned horror fan knows about the classic The Return of the Living Dead from the '80s. So if you are a zombie fan chances are you'll be interested in Return of the Living Dead, a new outing in the franchise that is set directly after the original. So yeah, it sounds like we are getting another horror franchise with the Halloween (2018) treatment. That means probably retconning the previous sequels. This was originally due to be released in November 2026, but there have been no solid recent updates. It seems we'll have to wait and see when this one comes out.
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