Top Horror Movies to Watch on Hulu

Hulu is chock-full of captivating horror movies just waiting for you to press play. Before we dive into a list of the absolute best options on this streaming service, let’s check out some noteworthy alternatives. Hulu boasts films like Fede Álvarez’s “Alien: Romulus” (2024) and David Cronenberg’s “Crimes of the Future” (2022). You can also find the satirical horror film “American Psycho” (2000), the twisty thriller “Barbarian” (2022), and the romance-gone-wrong tale “Fresh” (2022). And don’t miss out on “Cuckoo” (2024), “Humane” (2024), and “Immaculate” (2024), starring Sydney Sweeney.

Now, let’s explore some of the top horror movies available for your viewing pleasure on Hulu. These films have all scored higher than 70 on Metacritic.

1. **Longlegs (2024)**
This chilling thriller from writer-director Osgood Perkins delivers unexpected twists, eerie visuals, and a truly unsettling villain. Follow a young FBI agent as they investigate several perplexing family murders, with Nicolas Cage delivering a stellar performance as the titular character.

2. **Late Night with the Devil (2023)**
Step back in time to a 1977 talk show featuring a possessed girl as a special guest in this escalating horror flick. Watch as host Jack Delroy, played by David Dastmalchian, strives to boost ratings in this spine-chilling Halloween special.

3. **Hatching (2022)**
From the dark depths of Finnish cinema emerges “Hatching,” a creature feature that will haunt your dreams. Follow 12-year-old Tinja as she encounters a monstrous bird that hatches from a peculiar egg, challenging her family’s ideals of perfection in a tale reminiscent of a twisted version of E.T.

4. **Piggy (2022)**
A teenage girl faces brutal bullying at a local pool, only to stumble upon a stranger abducting her tormentors. This gripping Spanish-language thriller, based on a short film, stars Laura Galán in a tale of vengeance and retribution.

5. **Infinity Pool (2023)**
Mia Goth and Alexander Skarsgård headline this unsettling film directed by Brandon Cronenberg, offering a chilling glimpse into a couple’s horrifying misadventure outside their island resort. Fans of “Succession” will appreciate Skarsgård’s performance alongside scream queen Goth.

6. **Prey (2022)**
Prepare yourself for suspense as a young warrior named Naru faces off against an invisible alien predator set in the Comanche Nation 300 years ago. Watch as a powerful underdog story plays out in an intense addition to the Predator franchise.

7. **The First Omen (2024)**
Nell Tiger Free shines as an American woman uncovering a plot to birth the Antichrist in Rome, in this prequel to the classic film “The Omen.”

8. **You Are Not My Mother (2021)**
“Your Are Not My Mother” introduces Char, a young girl navigating life with her mentally ill mother and grandmother. When her mother returns acting strangely, Char must untangle a creepy mystery with a strong central character at its core.

Dive into these horrifying tales on Hulu for a good scare. And if you’re hungry for more, check out our other horror movie recommendations on HBO Max and Prime Video. Happy haunting!