Ria MaheshwariWhile the whole world is dealing with the fatal virus, Netflix has got even a scarier thing to notice. I mean less than Corona Virus obviously, but something that will stick to your mind for days and why not? We have got a crackerjack that will turn you out before you approach the climax. With horror movies on Netflix running to date, we are sure; there will be no chill and no boredom at your service.
Possessing the best library for horror movies on Netflix India, it shall leave no stone to unturn in making you entertained in the roughest time of life. However you may think twice about the prevailing reputation of the Indian Horror on web/ films which is generally low, but this time you might be mistaken. Because more than Hollywood, Bollywood is marking no limit in this genre. Presenting some diamond films that are sure to surpass your broken time. So hold your heartbeats, because these films can terrify the bejesus out of you.
Prepare yourself to scare the creepiest, hair-raising, frightening, and petrifying films released till August 2020 on Netflix. And if you are weak-kneed who would turn off the TV and turn on the lights of the room in just 50 percent of the watch, kindly step aside. As these horrors will be spine-chilling to handle.
Here you go on the read about the top horror movies on Netflix.
6 Horror Movies on Netflix Now
1. Ghoul (2018)
To absorb the best of the horror, Ghoul shouldn’t be missed to cater to you. A suspense-thriller is a story of a young officer who on investigating a high profile criminal witnesses a breakout. When the terrorist reveals some of his secrets, the plot twists. On a rainy night in dark, this film is blood-curdling to watch. Under the directorial of Patrick Graham, this film will grow the roots deeper in the Indian market of horror. Starring the Netflix queen, Radhika Apte and Manav Kaul in the promising role, it shouldn’t be missed if you really want to chill in a monsoon night.
Director- Patrick Graham
Star Cast- Radhika Apte, Manav Kaul,
IMDb Rating- 7.1
Rotten Tomatoes- 87%
Genre- Horror, Fiction, Thriller, Suspense
Where to watch- Netflix
2. Zodiac (2007)
A central piece of fetish needs special attention. A sociopathic drama is basically a horror film about an unsolved murder mystery. When the world is not setting to calm, the David Fincher film will help you swallow your breath at ease. And with the group of Robert Downey, Mark Ruffalo, and JAKE Gyllenhaal this spine-chilling will be a great entertainer for you. A crime-thriller-horror will raise your entire question in anticipation. A search on the serial killer will be a feast on a lazy weekend.
Director: David Fincher
Main Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Mark Ruffalo, Robert Downey Jr.
IMDb Rating: 7.7
RT Score: 89%
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery & Suspense
Where to watch: Netflix
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3. Betaal (2020)
To turn your deadliest fantasy into reality is what Betaal deals with. A zombie-horror series revolving around the army leaders, who are fighting with a huge crowd of old-British soldiers, who have now turned into zombies. Roping the frames with archaic tunnels, antique temples, broken Victorian structures and deep forest will surely lure you. Bankrolled by Shah Rukh Khan’s production house, Red Chilies Entertainment is a feature that holds a strong plot, that shouldn’t be if you looking for horror movies on Netflix.
Director- Patrick Graham
Star Cast- Viineet Kumar, Aahana Kumra, Suchitra Pillai
IMDb Rating– 5.3
Rotten Tomatoes- 14%
Genre- Action, Thriller, Horror, Suspense
Where to watch- Netflix
4. Stree (2018)
Based on the true story of the village, Chanderi (Madhya Pradesh), lives a fear of superficial power. Though the evil power is highly active in a particular time of the month and worships a single man. The turbulence of horror amalgamated with thriller and comedy will be a great choice if you die-heartedly wishes to scream out of loud. The film features Shradhha Kapoor, Raajkkumar, Aparshakti Khurana and Pankaj Tripathi in the prominent roles. The writing in this horror-comic is a much-appreciated department among all. Maintaining the air of mystery, Stree gets a little too peachy by the end of the film. But it’s a great light-heart watch on Netflix.
Director- Amar Kaushik
Star Cast- Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, Aparshakti Khurana
IMDb Rating- 7.6
Rotten Tomatoes- 79%
Genre- Thriller, comedy, suspense, horror, Art & House
Where to watch- Netflix
5. The shining (1980)
One of the highly acclaimed films, The Shining, marks numerous awards from the world recognized organizations. A 1980 film under the direction of Stanley Kubrick is a cold and frightful challenge for all the viewers. A recovering alcoholic, child-abuser faces evil when he agrees to take care of the hotel in December winter. Placing him a reliable observer at the start, the character takes a strong turn when he is warned about the murder of the last caretaker’s wife and his two twin daughters. Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson), who is willing to take the challenge to live in isolation and solitude in winter in a heavy snow area to look after the hotel, is doomed in the tragedy of life.
Director- Stanley Kubrick
Star Cast- Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd
IMDb Rating- 8.4
Rotten Tomatoes- 84%
Genre- Horror, Thriller, suspense, drama,
Where to watch- Netflix
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6. Ghost Stories (2020)
The four filmmakers, Anurag Kashyap, Zoya Akhtar, Dibarkar Banerjee, Karan Johar are again seen in the anthology film after 2018’s Lust Stories and 2013’s Bombay Talkies. This film holds some promising artist like Janhvi Kapoor, Mrunal Thakur, Sobhita Dhulipala, Gulshan Devaiah, Surekha Sikri, Kusha Kapila and Vijay Varma who are sure to take you on a ride of adventure and horror. It is an evenly promising film on Netflix that holds a lot of suspense, drama and horror.
Director- Anurag Kashyap, Zoya Akhtar, Dibarkar Banerjee, Karan Johar
Cast- Janhvi Kapoor, Mrunal Thakur, Sobhita Dhulipala, Gulshan Devaiah, Surekha Sikri, Vijay Varma
IMDb Rating- 4.3
Rotten Tomatoes- 33%
Genre- Suspense, thriller, drama, horror
Where to watch– Netflix
We hope this list forces you to watch some horror movies on Netflix. Do share the views with us. Happy watching!
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