Horror movies have been a popular genre for decades, and 2021 is no exception. From classic slasher flicks to supernatural thrillers, this year has something for every horror aficionado. Here are some of the most anticipated horror movies coming out in 2021:
1. A Quiet Place Part II – Following the success of the first movie, director John Krasinski returns with another nail-biting installment that picks up where the original left off.
2. Candyman – This remake of the 1992 cult classic tells the story of an artist investigating urban legends about a vengeful spirit who appears when his name is spoken five times in front of a mirror.
3. Halloween Kills – The iconic serial killer Michael Myers returns once again to terrorize Haddonfield in this sequel to the 2018 reboot.
4. Last Night in Soho – Director Edgar Wright’s psychological thriller follows a young woman who finds herself transported back to London’s swinging ’60s, only to discover dark secrets lurking beneath its glitz and glamour.
5. Malignant – James Wan (the mastermind behind Saw and The Conjuring) directs this new mystery-horror film about a woman plagued by terrifying visions that may be more real than she ever imagined.
6. Antlers – Produced by Guillermo del Toro, this supernatural horror film tells the story of a small-town Oregon teacher and her brother as they become embroiled with a mysterious student harboring an otherworldly secret.
7. Saint Maud – This British psychological horror film follows a devoutly religious nurse who becomes obsessed with saving her dying patient’s soul at any cost.
Whether you prefer spine-tingling jump scares or slow-burn psychological dread, there’s something for everyone among these highly anticipated releases from some of today’s biggest names in horror filmmaking.