20 Best Horror Movies on Peacock 2026
Stream spooky classics and modern chills with this guide to the best horror movies on Peacock, from Scream and Psycho to Train to Busan.
If you’re searching for the best horror movies on Peacock, this lineup gives you plenty of ways to get scared, from classic slashers to eerie mysteries and newer genre twists. You’ll find iconic picks like Scream, Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre alongside cult favorites such as Shaun of the Dead, Tremors, and Jennifer's Body. There’s also tense, modern dread in titles like It Follows, Sinister, and Train to Busan, plus offbeat choices that mix horror with romance or sci-fi. Whether you want a psychological edge, creature-feature chaos, or a haunted mystery, this list has a strong mix of moods and eras.
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Obsession
horror · romance · thriller
After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.
Why watch: If you enjoy horror with a romantic twist, this one is a strong fit because it blends romance, thriller, and dark supernatural stakes. It may appeal most if you like stories where a wish goes wrong in a very unsettling way.
Directed by Curry BarkerCast Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, Andy RichterPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Scream
horror · mystery
A year after the murder of her mother, a teenage girl is terrorized by a masked killer who targets her and her friends by using scary movies as part of a deadly game.
Why watch: If you like slasher stories with mystery and a meta edge, this is an easy pick. Its horror and mystery mix makes it a good match for viewers who want a tense, familiar setup with a self-aware streak.
Directed by Wes CravenCast Drew Barrymore, Roger L. Jackson, Kevin Patrick Walls, David Booth, Carla HatleyHuluStarzPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Friday the 13th
horror · mystery · thriller
Camp counselors are stalked and murdered by an unknown assailant while trying to reopen a summer camp that was the site of a child's drowning.
Why watch: If you’re in the mood for a classic camp-set slasher, this is a straightforward choice. The horror, mystery, and thriller blend suits viewers who like an unknown killer and a tight survival setup.
Directed by Sean S. CunninghamCast Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, Jeannine Taylor, Robbi Morgan, Kevin BaconNetflixPeacock PremiumAMC+Paramount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
horror
Five friends head out to rural Texas to visit the grave of a grandfather. On the way, they stumble across what appears to be a deserted house, only to discover something sinister within. Something armed with a chainsaw.
Why watch: If you want a foundational horror title with a stripped-down, relentless tone, this belongs on your list. Its lone horror tag points to a direct, intense experience for fans of pure dread.
Directed by Tobe HooperCast Marilyn Burns, Allen Danziger, Paul A. Partain, William Vail, Teri McMinnNetflixAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumFreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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The Exorcist III
drama · horror · mystery
On the fifteenth anniversary of the exorcism that claimed Father Damien Karras' life, Police Lieutenant Kinderman's world is once again shattered when a boy is found decapitated and savagely crucified.
Why watch: If you like horror that leans into mystery and procedural tension, this one is worth a look. The drama-horror-mystery mix suggests a slower, more unsettling ride than a standard slasher.
Directed by William Peter BlattyCast George C. Scott, Ed Flanders, Brad Dourif, Jason Miller, Nicol WilliamsonAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb →
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Event Horizon
horror · mystery & thriller · science-fiction
In 2047, a group of astronauts are sent to investigate and salvage the starship Event Horizon which disappeared mysteriously seven years before on its maiden voyage. However, it soon becomes evident that something sinister resides in its corridors.
Why watch: If you enjoy space-set horror with a mystery angle, this is a strong pick. Its science-fiction and thriller elements make it a good fit for viewers who want something ominous and isolated.
Directed by Paul W.S. AndersonCast Laurence Fishburne, Sam Neill, Kathleen Quinlan, Joely Richardson, Richard T. JonesPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Shaun of the Dead
3 Alexander Korda Award for Best British Film nominations
comedy · horror · made in europe
Shaun lives a supremely uneventful life, which revolves around his girlfriend, his mother, and, above all, his local pub. This gentle routine is threatened when the dead return to life and make strenuous attempts to snack on ordinary Londoners.
Why watch: If you want horror with comedy, this is an easy recommendation. It works well for viewers who like a zombie story that keeps things funny without dropping the genre basics.
Directed by Edgar WrightCast Simon Pegg, Kate Ashfield, Nick Frost, Lucy Davis, Dylan MoranPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Let the Right One In
1 BAFTA Film Award nomination
drama · fantasy · horror · romance
When Oskar, a sensitive, bullied 12-year-old boy, meets his new neighbor, the mysterious and moody Eli, they strike up a friendship. Initially reserved with each other, Oskar and Eli slowly form a close bond, but it soon becomes apparent that she is no ordinary young girl.
Why watch: If you prefer horror with romance and a more emotional edge, this title should stand out. It’s a good choice for viewers who want a story that mixes supernatural unease with a close character bond.
Directed by Tomas AlfredsonCast Kåre Hedebrant, Lina Leandersson, Per Ragnar, Henrik Dahl, Karin BergquistAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Silence of the Lambs
Won 5 Oscars Best Picture (1992) · 7 nominations
crime · drama · horror · thriller
Clarice Starling is a top student at the FBI's training academy. Jack Crawford wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a violent psychopath, serving life behind bars for various acts of murder and cannibalism. Crawford believes that Lecter may have insight into a case and that Starling, as an attractive young woman, may be just the bait to draw him out.
Why watch: If you like horror that also plays as a crime thriller and psychological drama, this is one of the strongest options here. It suits viewers who want suspense, investigation, and a truly serious tone.
Directed by Jonathan DemmeCast Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, Scott Glenn, Ted Levine, Anthony HealdAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumFreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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The Ring
horror · mystery
Journalist Rachel Keller investigates a strange videotape that may be behind the untimely deaths of four teenagers. There is an urban legend about this tape: the viewer will die seven days after watching it. Rachel tracks down the video... and watches it. Now she has just seven days to unravel the mystery of the Ring in order to save herself and her son.
Why watch: If you’re drawn to mystery-driven horror with an urban-legend setup, this is a solid pick. It should appeal to viewers who like a ticking-clock premise and a creeping sense of danger.
Directed by Gore VerbinskiCast Naomi Watts, Martin Henderson, David Dorfman, Brian Cox, Jane AlexanderNetflixPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Endless
horror · mystery · sci-fi · thriller
Two brothers return to the cult they fled from years ago to discover that the group's beliefs may be more sane than they once thought.
Why watch: If you enjoy horror that folds in sci-fi and cult mystery, this one may be a good match. It’s best for viewers who like their scares tied to strange beliefs and a broader sense of the unexplained.
Directed by Justin Benson, Aaron MoorheadCast Aaron Moorhead, Justin Benson, Callie Hernandez, Tate Ellington, Shane BradyAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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It Follows
horror · mystery & thriller
A young woman is followed by an unknown supernatural force after a sexual encounter.
Why watch: If you like supernatural horror with a thriller edge, this is a good fit. Its mystery-and-thriller labeling suggests a tense, unsettling story built around an eerie force.
Directed by David Robert MitchellCast Bailey Spry, Carollette Phillips, Loren Bass, Keir Gilchrist, Maika MonroePeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Sinister
horror · mystery · thriller
True-crime writer Ellison Oswald is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.
Why watch: If you want horror centered on a mystery with a supernatural thread, this is worth checking out. It may suit viewers who like writers, true-crime setups, and escalating unease.
Directed by Scott DerricksonCast Ethan Hawke, Juliet Rylance, Fred Thompson, James Ransone, Michael Hall D'AddarioHuluPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Psycho
4 Oscar nominations Best Supporting Actress (1961)
drama · horror · mystery & thriller
When larcenous real estate clerk Marion Crane goes on the lam with a wad of cash and hopes of starting a new life, she ends up at the notorious Bates Motel, where manager Norman Bates cares for his housebound mother.
Why watch: If you enjoy influential horror with mystery and thriller elements, this is a must-consider title. It’s especially appealing for viewers who want a classic, tightly controlled suspense story.
Directed by Alfred HitchcockCast Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, John Gavin, Janet Leigh, Martin BalsamNetflixPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Tremors
comedy · horror
Val McKee and Earl Bassett are in a fight for their lives when they discover that their desolate town has been infested with gigantic, man-eating creatures that live below the ground.
Why watch: If you like horror with a lighter comic streak, this is a smart pick. Its creature-feature premise works well for viewers who enjoy survival stories with a bit of humor.
Directed by Ron UnderwoodCast Kevin Bacon, Fred Ward, Finn Carter, Michael Gross, Reba McEntirePeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Witches
1 BAFTA Film Award nomination
comedy · fantasy · horror · kids & family · made in europe
While staying at a hotel in England with his grandmother, Helga, a young boy named Luke inadvertently spies on a convention of witches. The Grand High Witch reveals a plan to turn all children into mice via a magical formula. When they discover the eavesdropper, the witches test the formula on him. Now, with the help of Helga and hotel manager Mr Stringer, Luke the mouse must fight back against the witches.
Why watch: If you want horror that also works as family-friendly fantasy and comedy, this is a distinctive option. It’s a good fit for viewers who like a magical threat and a playful tone.
Directed by Nicolas RoegCast Anjelica Huston, Mai Zetterling, Jasen Fisher, Rowan Atkinson, Bill PatersonPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Borderline
comedy · horror · thriller
After escaping from a mental hospital, a violent sociopath named Paul begins a dangerous rampage targeting Sofia, a world-famous pop star. Obsessed with her, he takes Sofia hostage in her own home, acting under the delusional belief that they are getting married. Paul is desperate to prove his devotion, leading to a tense and unpredictable situation.
Why watch: If you prefer horror that mixes comedy with psychological threat, this could be your pick. The thriller label and obsessive premise suggest a tense story with an off-kilter edge.
Directed by Jimmy WardenCast Samara Weaving, Ray Nicholson, Eric Dane, Jimmie Fails, Alba BaptistaPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Halloween II
horror
After failing to kill stubborn survivor Laurie and taking a bullet or six from former psychiatrist Dr. Sam Loomis, Michael Myers has followed Laurie to the Haddonfield Memorial Hospital, where she's been admitted for Myers' attempt on her life. The institution proves to be particularly suited to serial killers, however, as Myers cuts, stabs and slashes his way through hospital staff to reach his favorite victim.
Why watch: If you like Halloween-set horror and Michael Myers stories, this is the obvious follow-up. It fits viewers who want a direct slasher continuation with a hospital setting and high tension.
Directed by Rick RosenthalCast Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Pleasence, Charles Cyphers, Jeffrey Kramer, Lance GuestAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Jennifer's Body
comedy · horror
Jennifer, a gorgeous, seductive cheerleader takes evil to a whole new level after she's possessed by a sinister demon. Now it's up to her best friend to stop Jennifer's reign of terror before it's too late.
Why watch: If you enjoy comedy-horror with a possession angle, this is a fitting choice. It should work for viewers who like teen-centered setups with a dark, genre-blending premise.
Directed by Karyn KusamaCast Megan Fox, Amanda Seyfried, Johnny Simmons, Adam Brody, Sal CortezHuluStarzPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Train to Busan
action · horror · thriller
When a zombie virus pushes Korea into a state of emergency, those trapped on an express train to Busan must fight for their own survival.
Why watch: If you want action-driven horror, this is one of the most energetic picks here. The zombie outbreak premise and thriller label make it ideal for viewers who like fast-moving survival stories.
Directed by Yeon Sang-hoCast Gong Yoo, Jung Yu-mi, Ma Dong-seok, Kim Su-an, Kim Eui-sungPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
This collection makes it easy to match your mood to the right scare, whether you want a slow-burn mystery, a classic slasher, or something that leans into comedy or romance. With familiar favorites and a few less obvious picks, it’s a useful starting point for planning your next horror night. Bookmark this page and come back when you want fresh ideas, since it’s updated regularly. That way, you’ll always have a current guide to the strongest scary-movie options here.
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