The Best Horror Movies of 2026 (So Far)
From "Faces of Death" to "Obsession," these movies are scary good The post The Best Horror Movies of 2026 (So Far) appeared first on TheWrap .
In the year 2026, the horror genre has seen a surge in popularity, with blockbuster hits like "Backrooms" from A24 and "Obsession" from Focus Features grossing significant amounts. Upcoming releases such as "Evil Dead Burn," "Lee Cronin's The Mummy," and "Resident Evil" from Zach Cregger are expected to continue the trend of big scares equaling big business. This atmosphere has allowed us to compile a list of our favorite horror movies of the year so far, which we will be updating as we encounter new favorites.
First on the list is "Thrash," available on Netflix. This film taps into the current craze for killer shark movies, following a small southern town as a historic hurricane brings not only flooded basements but also a group of sharks to terrorize its residents. "Thrash" combines elements of a 1970s disaster movie with the scares of a creature feature, addressing climate change and invasive species.
With its intriguing plot and social commentary, it already has a significant fanbase and we anticipate a sequel, "Thrash 2," may be in the works.
Next is "Send Help," a film by genre legend Sam Raimi. Although it doesn't fully delve into horror, the film's terrifying scenarios and the chilling performances by Dylan O'Brien and Rachel McAdams make it a worthy addition to the list. After a plane crash leaves them stranded on a deserted island, O'Brien's character proves to be helpless while McAdams, a survivalist, adapts quickly.
The film features unexpected twists, and shares Raimi's signature blend of horror and humor. Despite not quite reaching full horror status, "Send Help" offers an entertaining and thrilling experience.
Lastly, "Faces of Death" has also made an impact this year. This hilarious and horrific meta-commentary on our fascination with watching horrible videos on our phones cleverly interpolates the 1978 original. Starring Barbie Ferreira as a content moderator who discovers that seemingly fake videos are, in fact, real murders, the film delves into the dark side of our consumption habits.
With strong performances from Dacre Montgomery and a team of talented writers, "Faces of Death" stands out as one of the best horror movies of 2026 and an essential watch for any horror fan.
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