2024 had a good pool of horror movies, ranging from the great A24 “I Saw the TV Glow”, to the Oscar-nominated The Substance and the gory Terrifier 3, amongst many other great movies, so it’s safe to say, we’re expecting even more great movies in 2025 and we came up with the list we’re most expecting for this year in horror:
The Monkey
This feature-film adaptation of Stephen King’s short story from his 1985 Skeleton Crew collection is directed by Osgood Perkins. The story revolves around a sinister monkey toy that becomes a chilling metaphor for terror and panic. Theo James stars as twin brothers Hal and Bill, while Christian Convery portrays them in flashbacks. With James Wan producing and Perkins’ signature eerie atmosphere, horror fans eagerly await this adaptation.
Sinners
Ryan Coogler directs the Southern Gothic horror-thriller Sinners, featuring Michael B. Jordan portraying twin brothers who return to their hometown to confront an evil entity. Blending themes of brotherhood and supernatural peril, this film has become one of the most anticipated thrillers of 2025, thanks to Coogler’s directorial prowess and Jordan’s dual performance.
Until Dawn
David F. Sandberg brings the PlayStation hit Until Dawn to life as a horror feature film. The story follows a group of teenagers trapped in a secluded house, reliving a deadly Groundhog Day-style loop. With Sandberg’s horror expertise and the game’s unique narrative structure, fans are excited to see this cinematic take on a beloved interactive thriller.
28 Years Later
The long-awaited follow-up to 28 Days Later sees Danny Boyle returning as director and Alex Garland as screenwriter. Set 28 years after the Rage virus outbreak, the film stars Ralph Fiennes, Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and potentially Cillian Murphy. This sequel promises to blend nostalgia with fresh frights as it explores the aftermath of societal collapse.
M3GAN 2.0
The sequel to the horror-camp hit M3GAN sees its titular character’s consciousness trapped in her family’s smart home after her physical form is destroyed. Fans are eager to discover how this sequel expands on its predecessor’s charm, which cemented M3GAN as a pop-culture phenomenon.
Predator: Badlands
Dan Trachtenberg directs Predator: Badlands, the first instalment in the franchise set in a futuristic environment. This time, the Predator takes on an anti-hero role, offering a fresh perspective on the series. Trachtenberg’s successful revival of the franchise has made this a highly anticipated addition to the Predator saga.
Screamboat
A horror-comedy spin on Steamboat Willie, Screamboat reimagines the iconic character as a killer navigating a New York City passenger boat. Blending nostalgia with terror and humour, this offbeat premise has garnered buzz for its potential to simultaneously deliver laughs and scares.
The Ritual
Starring Dan Stevens and Al Pacino, The Ritual tells the story of two priests with clashing pasts who must work together to perform an exorcism on a possessed young girl. Directed by David Midell and inspired by real events, the film has generated excitement due to its star-studded cast and supernatural premise.
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein
Guillermo del Toro reimagines Mary Shelley’s classic novel with Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the creature. Mia Goth, Christoph Waltz, and Charles Dance join them. Del Toro’s visionary take on the tale of creation and destruction promises to be a breathtaking reinterpretation of the iconic story.
Honorary Mention 2025 Horror Movies:
We feel that the list above is already going to take the biggest part of many lists, but we can’t forget the movies below, that are also great movies with a creative approach to the theme or a sequel to an already cult classic:
It Follows Sequel
The sequel to 2014’s It Follows sees Maika Monroe reprising her role as Jay Height. Directed by David Robert Mitchell, the film delves deeper into the spread of the mysterious entity introduced in the original. Fans of the first instalment eagerly await the continuation of this modern horror classic.
Dead Lover
Shot in Canada, Dead Lover is a horror-comedy directed by Grace Glowicki about a gravedigger trying to resurrect her deceased lover, a poet. Featuring grotesque humour, period costumes, and a punk soundtrack, the film offers a unique exploration of grief and love through darkly poetic storytelling.
The Ugly Stepsister
Also filmed in Canada, The Ugly Stepsister reimagines the Cinderella story as a body-horror tale. Directed by Emilie Blichfeldt, the film focuses on a stepsister’s struggle for beauty and acceptance, exploring themes of insecurity and societal pressure. This dark, subversive twist adds a chilling edge to the classic fairy tale.
What movies are you mostly waiting for?
