Sky Cinema may have a huge collection of movies to choose from, but many score lower than 6 on IMDb. I’ve gathered the best rated horror movies according to IMDb scores (6.5+). You’ll find everything from legendary horrors like The Shining and The Exorcist to modern classics like A Quiet Place and IT.
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The Shining (1980) – IMDb score 8.4 – Psychological/Supernatural
For Fans Of: Hereditary, Rosemary’s Baby, The Babadook
Stanley Kubrick’s chilling adaptation of Stephen King’s novel is a genre-defining masterpiece, praised for its haunting atmosphere, iconic imagery, and Jack Nicholson’s unforgettable performance.
The Exorcist (1973) – IMDb score 8.1 – Supernatural/Religious Horror
For Fans Of: The Omen, The Conjuring, The Amityville Horror
Winner of two Academy Awards and widely considered one of the scariest films ever made, this possession tale shocked audiences and set the standard for religious horror.
Nosferatu (1922) – IMDb score 7.9 – Silent/Gothic Horror
For Fans Of: Dracula (1931), Vampyr, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari
A landmark in horror cinema, F.W. Murnau’s silent vampire film remains eerie and influential over a century later, with Max Schreck’s Count Orlok etched into genre history.
Zombieland (2009) – IMDb score 7.6 – Horror/Comedy
For Fans Of: Shaun of the Dead, Army of Darkness, Dead Snow
A witty, fast-paced zombie comedy with standout performances and inventive kills. Woody Harrelson and Jesse Eisenberg bring humour and heart to the apocalypse.
28 Days Later (2002) – IMDb score 7.5 – Post-Apocalyptic/Infection Horror
For Fans Of: Train to Busan, World War Z, The Girl with All the Gifts
Danny Boyle’s gritty reinvention of the zombie genre introduced rage-infected humans and revitalised horror with kinetic energy and social commentary.
A Quiet Place (2018) – IMDb score 7.5 – Sci-Fi/Survival Horror
For Fans Of: Bird Box, The Mist, The Silence
Critically acclaimed and BAFTA-nominated, this tense thriller follows a family surviving in silence to avoid deadly creatures. A breakout directorial hit for John Krasinski.
Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992) – IMDb score 7.4 – Gothic/Romantic Horror
For Fans Of: Interview with the Vampire, Crimson Peak, Sleepy Hollow
Francis Ford Coppola’s lush, operatic take on the Dracula myth blends romance, horror, and visual excess. Winner of three Academy Awards for design and effects.
IT (2017) – IMDb score 7.3 – Supernatural/Coming-of-Age Horror
For Fans Of: Stranger Things, The Conjuring, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
A box office smash and fan favourite, this Stephen King adaptation balances childhood trauma and supernatural terror with a standout performance by Bill Skarsgård.
The Invisible Man (2020) – IMDb score 7.1 – Psychological/Tech Horror
For Fans Of: Gone Girl, Upgrade, Sleeping with the Enemy
Critically praised and Blumhouse-produced, this modern reimagining turns the classic monster into a metaphor for gaslighting and abuse, anchored by Elisabeth Moss’s intense lead.
The Ring (2002) – IMDb score 7.1 – Supernatural/Cursed Media Horror
For Fans Of: The Grudge, Dark Water, Pulse
A remake of the Japanese hit Ringu, this eerie tale of a cursed videotape brought J-horror to Western audiences and became a cultural phenomenon.
Sinister (2012) – IMDb score 6.8 – Paranormal/Found Footage Horror
For Fans Of: Insidious, The Babadook, The Black Phone
Ethan Hawke stars in this chilling story of a true-crime writer who discovers disturbing home movies linked to a demonic entity. A sleeper hit with lasting scares.
The Ritual (2017) – IMDb score 6.8 – Folk/Supernatural Horror
For Fans Of: The Blair Witch Project, Midsommar, The Wicker Man
A group of friends hiking in Scandinavia encounter ancient evil in this atmospheric and critically praised folk horror tale.
Salem’s Lot (1979) – IMDb score 6.8 – Vampire/Small-Town Horror
For Fans Of: Midnight Mass, Castle Rock, The Night Flier
This Stephen King adaptation brings slow-burning dread to a quiet town plagued by vampirism. A cult classic with enduring influence.
Smile 2 (2024) – IMDb score 6.7 – Psychological/Supernatural Horror
For Fans Of: Smile, It Follows, The Boogeyman
The sequel to the viral hit continues the curse of trauma-induced terror. Early reviews praise its unsettling tone and expanded mythology.
Resident Evil (2002) – IMDb score 6.6 – Action/Zombie Horror
For Fans Of: Doom, Silent Hill, Underworld
Milla Jovovich leads this high-octane adaptation of the survival horror game. A cult favourite that launched a long-running franchise.
Event Horizon (1997) – IMDb score 6.6 – Sci-Fi/Cosmic Horror
For Fans Of: Alien, The Thing, Sunshine
A spaceship returns from a black hole with something sinister onboard. This cult classic blends sci-fi and supernatural horror with disturbing visuals.
Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016) – IMDb score 6.6 – Supernatural/Possession Horror
For Fans Of: The Conjuring 2, Insidious: Chapter 3, The Autopsy of Jane Doe
A surprisingly strong prequel that earned critical praise for its 1960s setting, creepy atmosphere, and restrained storytelling.
Little Bone Lodge (2023) – IMDb score 6.6 – Thriller/Home Invasion Horror
For Fans Of: The Strangers, Hush, Mother’s Day
A tense British horror-thriller set in a remote farmhouse, where secrets unravel during a storm. Praised for performances and claustrophobic tension.
I Saw the TV Glow (2024) – IMDb score 6.6 – Surreal/Psychological Horror
For Fans Of: Skinamarink, Donnie Darko, We’re All Going to the World’s Fair
A haunting, genre-blurring tale of identity and obsession, this A24 release explores the eerie power of media and memory.
Abigail (2024) – IMDb score 6.5 – Vampire/Action Horror
For Fans Of: Ready or Not, From Dusk Till Dawn, Renfield
A ballerina turns out to be a bloodthirsty vampire in this stylish, violent horror-comedy. Early reviews highlight its campy thrills and inventive kills.
Annabelle: Creation (2017) – IMDb score 6.5 – Supernatural/Doll Horror
For Fans Of: The Conjuring, Dead Silence, The Boy
A prequel that outshines its predecessor, this entry in the Conjuring universe delivers creepy atmosphere and solid scares.
Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004) – IMDb score 6.5 – Action/Zombie Horror
For Fans Of: Resident Evil, World War Z, Land of the Dead
The second instalment amps up the action and introduces fan-favourite characters. A guilty pleasure for franchise devotees.
Halloween (2018) – IMDb score 6.5 – Slasher/Legacy Horror
For Fans Of: Scream, Friday the 13th, Halloween H20
A direct sequel to the 1978 classic, this reboot ignores previous entries and brings Jamie Lee Curtis back for a brutal showdown with Michael Myers.
The Crazies (2010) – IMDb score 6.5 – Infection/Thriller Horror
For Fans Of: 28 Days Later, Quarantine, The Purge
A remake of Romero’s 1973 film, this tense thriller follows a small town descending into chaos as a virus turns residents violent.
Pet Sematary (2019) – IMDb score 6.5 – Supernatural/Grief Horror
For Fans Of: The Babadook, The Others, Hereditary
This modern adaptation of Stephen King’s novel explores death, resurrection, and the cost of denial. Mixed reviews but strong performances and eerie visuals.
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