IGN's Top-Reviewed Horror Movies of 2026
2026 has been a particularly strong year for horror, but some scares stand out from the pack. These are IGN's picks for the 10 best horror movies of the year so far.
In 2026, IGN compiled a list of top-reviewed horror movies, showcasing a variety of subgenres such as slashers, thrillers, and horror comedies. The list includes both box office hits and lesser-known independent releases.
"Send Help," directed by Sam Raimi, received an 8/10 rating. The film follows Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien as they navigate fear and violence together. Meanwhile, Jane Schoenbrun's "Camp Miasma" (8/10) offers a sexual, sincere, silly, and sweet exploration of desire.
Nia DaCosta's "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple" (9/10) brings wit and humor to the zombie apocalypse genre, while Kirill Sokolov's "They Will Kill You" (9/10) features Zazie Beetz as an action star. Daniel Goldhaber's "Faces of Death" (8/10) cleverly examines the modern internet landscape, and Curry Barker's "Obsession" (8/10) delivers emotional and probing performances from Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette.
Kane Parsons' "Backrooms" (9/10) expands on the YouTube series concept, while Adrian Chiarella's "Leviticus" (9/10) confronts real-life prejudices and supernatural curses. Alexander Ullom's "It Ends" (9/10) impresses with its minimalistic setting, likable cast, and self-aware humor.
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