The Best Indie Horror Movies Of All Time
More than 300 movie fans have come together to cast their votes for the best indie horror movies, and the results are here. Horror films are a staple of the film industry, providing viewers with thrills and chills that keep them coming back for more. But while mainstream blockbusters dominate theaters and streaming services alike, some of the most exciting horror films come from independent filmmakers who craft their own unique visions in an often overlooked corner of cinema.
The cream of this crop is on full display in this list - all ranked by movie fans like you.ย Whether it's low-budget cult classics like The Blair Witch Project or offbeat gems like It Follows, these films have earned a passionate following among genre aficionados thanks to their clever use of atmosphere, suspenseful storytelling, and creative takes on familiar tropes.ย
So if you're looking to be scared out of your wits without resorting to jump scares or endless sequels then look no further than this list. Check out our rankings below and don't forget to vote up your favorite indie horror flicks so they can climb up the ranks.
- Marilyn Burns, Gunnar Hansen, Allen Danziger
- Donald Pleasence, Jamie Lee Curtis, Nancy Kyes
- Max Schreck, Alexander Granach, Gustav von Wangenheim
- Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto
- Essie Davis, Daniel Henshall, Noah Wiseman
- Daniel Kaluuya, Allison Williams, Catherine Keener