10 Must-See Horror Movies for Gen Z

From cannibal couples to jump scares, Gen Z horror lovers have a lot to look forward to ahead of spooky season

Jenna Ortega in X
Jenna Ortega in "X" (A24)

It may be September, but spooky season is upon us. And that means it’s time to start forming your list for your next scary movie night.

While Gen Z has reverence for the horror classics like “Halloween,” “The Exorcist” and “Psycho,” to name a few, several movies released just in the past few years handle topics relevant to the generation in a fun and captivating way. Whether its Timothée Chalamet as a cannibal or Florence Pugh trapped in a cult horror film, many of Gen Z’s favorites have dove headfirst into the genre.

If you need a list of movies that will keep you on the edge of your seat rather than doomscrolling for the night, here are the top 10 Gen Z horror movies.

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