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The spooky film season has finally arrived, and while 2023 has not been a banner year for horror films, it has nonetheless produced several truly memorable entries in the genre. This October, horror fans do not have to rely solely on Hollywood’s admittedly disappointing lineup of theatrical releases. There are several underrated horror movies currently available for streaming.
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Best Underrated Horror Movies Streaming Now
So, if you need suggestions for what to watch on Halloween Night or are just in the mood for something spooky this weekend, here are five horror films from this year that you can stream anytime over the next few weeks.
The Boogeyman (Hulu)
The June release of The Boogeyman, a film based on the same-titled Stephen King short story, failed to create a significant impression. Unfortunately, The Boogeyman is one of the year’s most effective mainstream horror films.
The film, which focuses on a family terrorized by an evil supernatural entity, is neither revolutionary nor original. Nonetheless, it is an interacting horror movie with more than its share of memorable jump scares and set pieces. This makes it the ideal October film to view from the comfort of your own home.
The Boogeyman is streaming now on Hulu.
Huesera: The Bone Woman (Shudder)
Huesera: The Bone Woman, one of this year’s indie horror darlings, is an unsettling, frequently horrifying addition to the body horror genre. Valeria (Natalia Solián) is a young woman whose first pregnancy is complicated after she is cursed by an evil entity and forced to seek assistance from a coven of witches. Michelle Garza Cerveza directs the film.
Regarding body horror movies, Huesera is not for the faint of heart, but it is perfect for those in the mood for original and genuinely unsettling horror movies.
Huesera: The Bone Woman is streaming now on Shudder.
Unseen
Sam (Jolene Purdy), a gas station clerk, receives a phone call from Emily (Midori Francis), a virtually blind woman on the run from her murderous ex-boyfriend in Yoko Okumura’s Unseen. Emily is forced to rely on Sam’s video call directions to survive after becoming lost in the forests and unable to determine her location.
Unseen, one of this year’s Blumhouse-produced low-budget horror films is as eccentric and intense as its premise suggests, and its 76-minute running time ensures that it does not outstay its welcome.
Unseen is streaming now on Amazon Prime Video.
Influencer (Shudder)
Influencer, one of the year’s greatest surprises, is a sly horror thriller with far more tricks up its sleeve than its premise might suggest. The film is directed and co-written by Kurtis David Harder and follows Madison (Emily Tennant), a social media influencer who meets CW (Cassandra Naud), an enigmatic stranger, in Thailand.
To say much more about the narrative of Influencer would be to undermine its greatness. It is a slick, transgressive slasher thriller that will keep you on your toes throughout its entire running time.
The influencer is streaming now on Shudder.
Sick (Peacock)
Regarding intelligent slasher films, Sick is one of this year’s most underrated and engaging horror films. The thriller, directed by John Hyams and co-written by Kevin Williamson (Scream), follows two friends who decide to make the most of the global COVID-19 pandemic by quarantining together at one of their family’s lake homes, only to be stalked by a knife-wielding assailant.
The film makes the most of its familiar premise, delivering a grimly humorous, brutal, and bare-bones horror experience that most viewers will enjoy.
Sick is streaming now on Peacock.
Conclusion
You don’t have to settle for lackluster horror films from the big studios this Halloween season. These underrated gems from 2023 offer thrills, chills, and suspense, making them perfect choices for your spooky movie night.
FAQs
1. Where can I watch these horror films?
- “The Boogeyman” is available on Hulu.
- “Huesera: The Bone Woman” is streaming on Shudder.
- “Unseen” can be found on Amazon Prime Video.
- “Influencer” is available on Shudder.
- “Sick” is streaming on Peacock.
2. Are these movies suitable for a Halloween party with friends?
- Absolutely! These films are sure to add a spooky atmosphere to your gathering.
3. Which of these movies is the scariest?
- “Huesera: The Bone Woman” and “Sick” are known for their intense and unsettling horror.
4. Can I watch these movies with my family?
- It’s advisable to check the movie ratings and your family’s tolerance for horror before deciding.
5. Is “Influencer” more of a psychological thriller or a slasher film?
- “Influencer” is a blend of both, keeping you on edge with its twists and turns.
