Christmas 2024 is almost here and we are excited for the holiday season up ahead that is filled with red, green, and lots of gifts. The joy of this season is unlike any other all year long and we are ready for all the fun that is soon going to be knocking on our doors this month. While family gatherings are also a part of this season, some family traditions involve turning to a horror film on Christmas night.
For these intriguing Christmas traditions, we’ve got a special list of horror films that are perfect for your playlist. With this, let’s dive into seeing which film suits your Christmas horror night the best!
Horror Films for Christmas 2024
Black Christmas (1974)
This film is the kind of horror that is perfect for this season, bringing the best of both worlds to viewers. It is the Christmas horror that will give you the creeps while presenting a dark story that will scare you to this day. This 1974 film has done it right and is the one you need to have on your list.
Violent Night
Bringing a violent yet comic film to this list, Violent Night is the film that you need to check out this season without a doubt. The film keeps the Christmas vibes in check while delivering a horror experience that will leave you satisfied by the end of the film. This is without a doubt the perfect film for this season.
Anna and the Apocalypse
This fun Christmas musical that comes with gory violence is the film that really screams that this is the season to be jolly! The film is really intense and will take you through an experience that will make you question your choice while also entertaining you to the fullest. This is the film that will have you screaming due to fear and laughter.
Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale
This Finnish movie is the film that delivers horror alongside action and comedy, bringing viewers an entertaining yet horrifying experience. It is filled with scenes that are not suitable for kids and will have you intrigued by the way the plot unwraps itself in this film. The movie is a fine piece of work and shouldn’t be missed.
Christmas Evil
This is a film where we see how trauma can lead a person down the wrong path, so wrong that they turn a jolly festival into something that would end in blood. This film is another classic that you need to check out without a doubt. The way this film shows the killer dressed as Santa Claus and his actions will certainly leave you traumatised for some time.
Tales From the Crypt
This British horror anthology film from 1972 is another reason why those times were the best for Christmas horror films. The movie is filled with intricately written plots that share stories filled with suspense and horror that will leave you asking for more. But beware these stories may not be as easy to handle as you think.
Gremlins
The source of nightmares for many 90’s kids, this is the film that has a poster which is easy to misunderstand. The plot on the other hand; is captivating yet filled with scenes that can leave kids screaming out in theatres. Many parents have made this mistake in those years, so be careful when watching this film.
Nosferatu
Finally, releasing on 25th December 2024, this film is among the most anticipated pieces of this year and comes with a promise to leave you satisfied. This is a remake of a 1922 German film and has already got fans awaiting eagerly for the release of this film. However, it is the day when it releases that makes it perfect for Christmas.
Which of these films are you watching this season? Let us know in the comments below!
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