While horror movie fans always want to rewatch the most compelling classics, as some movies are just perfect no matter what season it is, it's always fun to check out the year's new releases. 2021 was an exciting year for this popular genre as audiences were treated to new entries in beloved franchises and also some inventive and intelligent new films.
From a few sequels that fans loved as much as the original to some brand new stories, horror lovers are sharing their favorite 2021 films from this popular genre on Reddit.
A Quiet Place Part II
Stream on Paramount+
There are many reasons why fans could say A Quiet Place 2 is better than the first film, but one thing is for sure: the sequel to the beloved, well-crafted film is incredibly sad and tragic.
Reddit user TictacTyler suggested "A Quiet Place Part 2" as the best horror movie of 2021. Evelyn is dealing with the loss of Lee while trying to get her kids through the horrors of this wild situation, and the sequel is just as unsettling as the characters try their best not to make any noise.
The Night House
Rent on AppleTV
Reddit user bandersnvtch_ suggested The Night House as a great horror flick from 2021, writing, "my vote goes to the night house." Reddit user SnooOranges3061 agreed, writing, "easily the best horror film of the year."
While Beth is mourning the death of her husband Owen, she discovers a house in the woods that looks like her own, and she is suddenly part of a wild, intense, and supernatural situation that she never could have predicted. The movie is fascinating and well-crafted and perfect for horror fans looking for something original and unique.
Malignant
Rent on AppleTV
For Reddit user JohnnyCaligula, "Malignant was the most surprising Cinema watch this year."
With a very dark main storyline, Malignant is about Madison, a pregnant woman who begins having scary visions after a series of events. Directed by James Wan, this was a highly anticipated horror movie and many fans were excited to see it. Because the movie has an interesting conclusion, it's the kind of film that people can see several times in order to fully understand it.
Till Death
Stream on Netflix
Megan Fox has starred in many highly rated movies and while she's known for the popular horror movie Jennifer's Body, she also interested fans of the genre when she starred in a 2021 film.
Reddit user FKAChris called Till Death "a great surprise" and continued, "this one was pure, suspenseful fun. Megan Fox is really good in her role!" When Emma's husband Mark dies, he makes sure that she's literally handcuffed to him, and she spends the movie trying to get away while figuring out what to do next.
Censor
Stream on Hulu
For Reddit user saboteurthefirst, "Censor has probably been my favorite thus far."
As the movie title suggests, main character Enid works at the British Board of Film Classification. When Enid's sister disappears, she starts looking into it. Many fans think that people should just watch this smart movie without knowing too much about it, and that's often the hallmark of a great horror film.
Candyman
Rent on AppleTV
Candyman (2021) changed some things but still serves as a smart link between the '80s movie and the new one.
Reddit user gabba8 said of the movie, "Breath of fresh air, creepy, creative, characters I cared about and we need to see more of." The main character Anthony is well-written and his relationship with his partner Brianna is compelling. The movie has a lot to say about race, art, and memory, and Anthony's link to the original movie is inventive.
Werewolves Within
Rent on AppleTV
Horror comedies can be the perfect watch and Reddit user TheRealGongoozler loves Werewolves Within, writing, "wonderful cast, the quick witted dialogue mixed with the camp of the town and it’s inhabitants."
One of the most fun and entertaining movies of 2021, Werewolves Within is about people holed up in a small mountain Vermont town who think that someone among them is a werewolf. The cast is perfect, from Sam Richardson as the forest ranger to Michaela Watkins as Trisha, one of the town's residents.
Fear Street
Stream on Netflix
Horror fans had a great time watching Netflix's Fear Street trilogy and Reddit user cfulmer916 suggested "fear street" as the best horror of 2021.
With movies focusing on a slasher story in Shadyside, a terrifying time at summer camp, and a group of young adults in 1666, it's no wonder that so many people are still talking about how fun this trilogy is.
Halloween Kills
Buy on AppleTV
Thanks to the memorable Halloween Kills characters and how much horror fans love this beloved franchise, it's no wonder that many consider this movie to be one of the best of 2021.
Reddit user S-O-S-I-G wrote, "I loved seeing Halloween kills in theatres." Halloween Kills allows fans to revisit Laurie and Karen again while getting everyone excited for Halloween Ends in 2022. No matter how many movies there are in this franchise, fans will always want to catch up with strong and independent Laurie.
False Positive
Stream on Hulu
False Positive is another favorite horror film from 2021. Reddit user TheRealGongoozler said that while they could guess the twist in this movie, it was "still wholly disturbing once revealed." The fan continued, "The movie breaks your heart time and time again while keeping you entirely on edge.
While Lucy is overjoyed to be pregnant, she quickly realizes that her fertility doctor might be up to something sinister, and to make things worse, no one seems to believe her, from her husband Adrian to her new friend Corgan. The movie has a smart plot and a shocking, sad ending.