At this time of year, everyone is looking to get their fix of spooky and scary content and Amazon Prime has a whole host of great horror movies for people to enjoy. While it has some major blockbuster movies that everyone has heard of and perhaps seen before, the streaming service also has some real hidden gems people should check out.
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For those wanting to see something a little different, Amazon Prime has some really underrated movies that will provide just as many scares for those on the lookout for them. The 2010s saw some very good horror films, and these are all certainly worth a view.
Overlord (2018)
A horror movie based around Nazis on the evening of D-Day is a perfect setting for any spooky movie. Overlord is a very scary film that features some tremendous acting as the Nazi army is secretly working on some strange and sinister plans underground.
It leads to a battle between good and evil with an undead army which creates total chaos. It's a movie that has a lot of emotion and plenty of scares and while it isn't talked about as much as other horror films, it is absolutely worth watching.
The Wailing (2016)
With a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes, it's pretty clear why any horror fan should be checking out The Wailing. It's a brilliant film that follows a policeman who decides to investigate some strange goings-on, with some brutal murders taking place.
In the end, that is all linked to an ancient evil presence and that starts up the truly terrifying moments in this movie. While it is fairly long, as far as horror films go, it is certainly worth the time needed to put in, as the movie rewards its audience with a great film.
The Crazies (2010)
Because people often turn their noses up to horror remakes, as they never tend to be as good as the original, the 2010 version of The Crazies is quite often overlooked. However, this particular remake was masterfully done and pays homage to the original, while bringing things forward into the modern era.
It's quite fitting for the times as well given that the film sees a virus turn a small town of people into crazy maniacs who are ready to hurt and kill. It's a gripping pandemic style movie and one that will feel even more relevant today than it ever has done.
Anna And The Apocalypse (2017)
Horror films are well known for being quite hokey and over the top at times, but when it's done right it can create real gems such as Anna and the Apocalypse. This film is totally ridiculous, blending in the horror genre, Christmas, musicals, and more in what is a truly wild ride.
A zombie apocalypse hits the town that this film is set in, which leads Anna and a group to try and reach their loved ones before it's too late. The movie has got a very Shaun of the Dead feel about it, only, with added musical numbers.
Afflicted (2013)
Found-footage horror movies really have enjoyed a dominant grip of the genre in the 2010s. While the likes of Paranormal Activity dominated the big headlines, there have been other films just as good, if not better, than have snuck under the radar.
One of those is Afflicted which sees a tour of Europe take a big twist. With one of the two main characters ending up with a mysterious, random illness, he ends up becoming a vampire. This film blends the hunt for a cure with blood-sucking thirst in the most interesting manner.
Buried (2010)
Because Ryan Reynolds has had such a blockbuster career, some of his lesser-known movies have slipped through the cracks, and Buried is one of those. While this one is a lot more psychological, leaning towards the thriller genre, there is certainly a fear factor in this one.
Seeing Reynolds locks inside a coffin, this is a literal nightmare for anyone with claustrophobia. This movie is a brilliant example of how good acting can carry any movie, without the need for big scares or monsters to grip an audience.
Jigsaw (2017)
By the time Jigsaw was released, a lot of people had given up on the Saw franchise. However, this was a bad time to give up on things as this 2017 installment was actually very enjoyable. With the police confused after murders that followed that classic Jigsaw pattern began cropping up.
The movie has a real psychological edge as people are forced to guess is John Kramer has somehow managed to come back from the dead, or if there is a brand new killer in town looking to follow in his footsteps. Of course, there's plenty of gore and interesting traps to jam-pack this movie to be as scary as possible.
The Reef (2011)
Who doesn't love a great shark-related horror movie? There is something genuinely very scary about the murky depths of the water that leads people to be very frightened, and that is what The Reef provides. While it's not on the level of Jaws, this is still a tense and enjoyable film.
Taking place when a group tries to go to the Great Barrier Reef when the boat ends up capsizing, they're left with only the option of swimming to a nearby island for their survival. But they're not alone in the cold water, as a great white shark is on the hunt.
Train To Busan (2016)
South Korea has been making strides in the world of zombie movies. It's a concept done countless times and it is easy to get very wrong, but Train to Busan certainly hits the nail on the head with an intense and utterly terrifying movie. With Seok-Woo and his daughter enjoying what they think will be a normal train journey to go see their wife/mother, things take a major twist.
They end up trapped inside the transportation vehicle while a zombie outbreak takes place in South Korea, forcing them to think on their feet as they work with other passengers to try and survive. The zombies in this film are very scary as well, moving with pace and conviction, they're not the type you can just idly skip by.
A Field In England (2013)
This is a modern movie with an old-school twist due to the fact that it is shot in black and white. That in itself instantly gives this movie a very unique and interesting feel which only becomes wilder once the soldiers in this Civil War start taking mushrooms.
In their drug trance, a series of strange and scary visions begin to start appearing which creates a really trippy vibe. It forces audiences to try and work out what is real or what is in the minds of the characters, and that twist really brings a fun feel to the movie.
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