Are you in the mood for a spine-tingling movie night? 2024 has already unleashed a slew of terrifying tales, from sinister supernatural thrillers to gory creature features. Brace yourself, for these chilling new releases are sure to leave you sleeping with the lights on!
Key Takeaways
- Late Night With the Devil is a meticulously retro, genuinely eerie mockumentary about a talk-show host’s ill-advised occult Halloween special.
- Abigail is a cautionary tale about a seemingly harmless little girl who turns out to be a bloodthirsty ballerina vampire.
- Immaculate follows an American nun who uncovers dark secrets at an Italian convent, adding to the wave of “evil nun” horror movies.
Alright, horror fanatics, let’s dive into the creepy, crawly, and downright disturbing realm of 2024’s most intriguing new flicks. Grab a blanket to hide behind and get ready for a scream-filled cinematic journey!
Late Night With the Devil: A Retro Nightmare on TV
First up, we have Late Night With the Devil, a delightfully retro mockumentary that’ll make you think twice about tuning in to any sketchy TV shows. This Shudder gem follows a 1970s talk-show host (played by David Dastmalchian) who decides to go all out for a Halloween special, only to unwittingly unleash some sinister occult forces. With its meticulous attention to period detail and genuinely eerie atmosphere, this one’s a must-watch for fans of vintage horror.
Abigail: The Cutest Little Bloodsucker
Next, we have Abigail, a cautionary tale about why you should never, ever try to kidnap a seemingly harmless little girl. Radio Silence’s foray into the world of Universal Monsters follows a group of would-be crooks who think they’ve hit the jackpot when they nab a wealthy kid for ransom. Little do they know, their target is actually a bloodthirsty ballerina vampire in disguise! Equal parts campy and creepy, this Prime Video rental is a wild ride from start to finish.
Destroy All Neighbors: The Grossest Feud Ever
In the mood for some hilariously over-the-top gore? Destroy All Neighbors is the super-fun, super-gross splatter comedy for you. When a sound engineer finally works up the nerve to confront his obnoxious new neighbor, everything goes wildly, violently wrong in the most delightfully twisted way possible. Plus, bonus points for being a movie that conveys a deep, unironic love of prog rock! You can stream this one on Shudder.
The First Omen: A Solid Scary Prequel
We all know The Omen as a classic horror flick, but did we really need a prequel? Well, according to io9’s review, The First Omen is actually a “solid, scary, and gross” accomplishment that more than justifies its existence. If you’re a fan of the original, this one’s definitely worth checking out when it hits digital on May 28 and Hulu on May 30.
Immaculate: The Other Freaky Pregnant Nun Movie
Immaculate is the other big “evil nun” horror movie of the spring, starring Sydney Sweeney as an American novice who relocates to a small Italian convent, only to discover some seriously dark secrets lurking within its walls. With its creepy atmosphere and stellar lead performance, this Prime Video rental is a must-see for fans of supernatural chillers.
More Terrifying Titles to Stream
That’s just a taste of the horror goodness 2024 has delivered so far! Other must-see titles include:
- Stopmotion, a meta horror flick blending live-action and stop-motion as a filmmaker’s dark story bleeds into reality (Prime Video).
- Relic, where a young woman inherits a pub…and the shape-shifting creature living in its basement (Shudder).
- Shelter, an “Attack the Block, but with killer spiders” flick from a director tapped for the Evil Dead universe (Shudder).
- Lisa Frankenstein, Diablo Cody’s divisive but potential cult classic riff on Frankenstein (Peacock).
- The Camp Host, a blood-soaked camping trip gone very, very wrong (Tubi).
A Nightmarish Night In
So clear your schedule, dim the lights, and get ready to be delightfully disturbed. Whether you’re in the mood for campy creature capers, supernatural shockers, or just good old-fashioned gore, 2024 has delivered a buffet of terrifying treats to stream from the safety of your couch. Just be sure to keep the nightlight on!