The horror movies of 2025 promise to be a diverse bunch of chillers, in every possible genre, from big franchises to indie nightmares.

One of last year’s most controversial horror movies was the Spanish director Caye Casas’s taboo-breaking psychological drama about the aftermath of an unspeakable act. Now that it’s streaming for free, the faint of heart should steer clear but the brave should buckle up.

From spine-chilling psychological thrillers to heart-stopping supernatural horror, we're counting down the most terrifying and groundbreaking horror films of the 21st century. Get ready for a journey through the most innovative and nightmare-inducing movies that have redefined the genre since 2000!