New Shivers Down the Spine: A Lineup of Frightening Films Debuting in 2025 and Beyond
In the world of horror, 2025 is shaping up to be a year of chills and thrills. With a strong lineup of established franchises, original stories, and adaptations of famous works, the genre is poised for a comeback that could rival the best years ever.
One of the most anticipated titles is "The Conjuring: Last Rites," scheduled for release on September 5, 2025. Starring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, who have become synonymous with the franchise, this movie is expected to bring the series to a thrilling conclusion.
Another highly anticipated sequel is "The Black Phone 2," with Ethan Hawke, Madeleine McGraw, and Mason Thames reprising their roles. Directed by Scott Derrickson, the movie is set to continue the chilling story started in the original.
In addition to these sequels, 2025 will see the release of several original horror movies. "The Long Walk," based on Stephen King's novel, promises an intriguing concept with an R rating. Guillermo del Toro's take on "Frankenstein" adds auteur prestige to the list, while the reboot of the cult classic "The Toxic Avenger" features an impressive cast, including Peter Dinklage, Kevin Bacon, and Elijah Wood.
Other original titles include "Keeper," directed by Osgood Perkins, starring Tatiana Maslany and Rossif Sutherland, and "Shiver," directed by Tommy Wirkola, starring Phoebe Dynevor and Djimon Hounsou.
The upcoming year is not just about original stories, though. Several adaptations of beloved works are also on the horizon. For instance, "Untitled Resident Evil Movie" is set to release on September 18, 2026, and "Return To Silent Hill" is an upcoming horror movie based on the video game, set to release on January 23, 2026.
Industry commentators and horror enthusiasts are already suggesting 2025 may be one of the best years for the horror genre ever due to the quality, diversity, and quantity of strong titles expected. While it is always difficult to predict definitively what will reach “best ever” status, the combination of beloved franchises, original stories, adaptations of famous works, and involvement of acclaimed directors significantly raises the likelihood that some 2025 releases will be highly regarded and possibly enter classic status over time.
In summary, the upcoming horror movies in 2025 show great potential to be among the best ever, bolstered by established and popular franchises, legendary creators' involvement, a mix of originality and adaptation, and positive anticipation from critics and fans alike. These factors together suggest the chances are notably strong for standout horror films this year.
Stay tuned for updates on these and other exciting horror movies set to release in 2025 and beyond.
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