Most Anticipated Horror Movies of 2025: Your Complete Guide to the Year’s Horror Releases

The horror genre delivered exceptional box office performances in 2024, with standouts like Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu($166.5 million), A Quiet Place: Day One ($138.9 million), and Alien: Romulus ($105.3 million).

As we venture into 2025, an even more diverse slate of horror films awaits, from reimagined classics to innovative original works.

January Chills

Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare (January 13)

From the makers of Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey comes this dark reimagining of the beloved children’s tale.

Director Scott Chambers transforms Peter Pan into a terrifying killer, following Wendy Darling’s attempts to rescue her brother Michael from Peter’s sinister clutches in a twisted version of Neverland.

Wolf Man (January 17)

Leigh Whannell, acclaimed director of The Invisible Man (2020), returns with another Universal monster reimagining.

Christopher Abbott stars as Blake, whose mysterious transformation threatens his wife (Julia Garner) and daughter after their family faces an unseen creature at their remote farmhouse.

Presence (January 24)

Steven Soderbergh ventures into experimental horror territory with this unique first-person perspective ghost story.

The film follows a family in grief, led by Lucy Liu and Chris Sullivan, as they confront a mysterious presence in their home.

Companion (January 31)

Already garnering critical acclaim with a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this sci-fi horror thriller stars Sophie Thatcher (Yellowjackets, Heretic) and Jack Quaid (The Boys).

The film offers a dark twist on artificial intelligence when a weekend getaway turns violent after a companion android malfunctions.

February Frights

Heart Eyes (February 7)

Josh Ruben directs this Valentine’s-season slasher about Seattle’s “Heart Eyes Killer,” who targets romantic couples.

The film stars Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding, with a script from the creative minds behind Freaky and Scream VI.

The Monkey (February 21)

Osgood Perkins adapts Stephen King’s short story, featuring Theo James in a dual role as twin brothers whose discovery of their father’s old toy monkey triggers a series of deadly events.

The film also stars Elijah Wood and Tatiana Maslany.

Vicious (February 28)

Bryan Bertino, director of The Strangers and The Dark and the Wicked, returns with this Dakota Fanning-led horror film.

The story follows a woman fighting for survival during one night as she descends into a nightmare contained within a mysterious gift from a late-night visitor.

Spring Screams

Opus (March 14)

A24’s psychological thriller follows a young writer who accepts an invitation to the remote compound of a legendary pop star who vanished 30 years ago.

Surrounded by the star’s cult-like followers and intoxicated journalists, the writer becomes ensnared in a disturbing plan.

Directed by Mark Anthony Green, the film promises to blend psychological horror with commentary on fame and obsession.

Drop (April 11)

Christopher Landon (Happy Death Day, Freaky) directs this Blumhouse production starring Meghann Fahy.

The film follows a widowed mother whose first date in years turns into a nightmare when she receives anonymous threatening messages on her phone, forcing her to follow deadly instructions to protect her family.

Sinners (April 18)

Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan reunite for this supernatural thriller about twin brothers returning to their hometown only to face an ancient evil.

The film promises to blend Southern Gothic atmosphere with contemporary horror elements.

Until Dawn (April 25)

David F. Sandberg (Lights Out, Annabelle: Creation) adapts the popular video game about a group trapped in a remote location, forced to survive increasingly terrifying threats until dawn.

The adaptation aims to capture the game’s choose-your-own-adventure spirit.

Death of a Unicorn (Spring 2025)

A24’s dark comedy-horror stars Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega as a father-daughter duo who accidentally kill a unicorn en route to a weekend retreat, where a billionaire boss seeks to exploit the creature’s miraculous properties. The film features original music by John Carpenter.

Summer Shivers

Final Destination: Bloodlines (May 16)

The sixth installment focuses on first responders dealing with death’s design, featuring Tony Todd’s final performance as William Bludworth.

Directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein promise to honor the franchise’s legacy while exploring new territory.

28 Years Later (June 20)

Danny Boyle returns to direct this long-awaited sequel, featuring Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Jodie Comer.

Set three decades after the original outbreak, the film explores how survivors have adapted to life alongside the infected, with original star Cillian Murphy serving as executive producer.

M3GAN 2.0 (June 27)

Following the viral success of the original, Allison Williams returns alongside the titular AI doll for more technologically-enhanced terror.

Director Gerard Johnstone and writer Akela Cooper also return to expand upon the franchise’s unique blend of horror and dark comedy.

I Know What You Did Last Summer Sequel (July 18)

Jennifer Kaytin Robinson directs this direct sequel to the original films, with Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. returning as Julie James and Ray Bronson.

The film explores themes of fame and consequences in the age of social media.

Late Summer and Autumn Frights

Thread: An Insidious Tale (August 29)

This Insidious spin-off stars Mandy Moore and Kumail Nanjiani as a couple who use supernatural means to prevent their daughter’s death, only to face severe consequences. Jeremy Slater makes his feature directorial debut.

The Conjuring: Last Rites (September 5)

Michael Chaves directs what may be the final chapter in Ed and Lorraine Warren’s story, with Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson returning to their iconic roles.

The film promises to bring the main series to a satisfying conclusion.

The Bride! (September 26)

Maggie Gyllenhaal directs this musical reimagining of The Bride of Frankenstein, featuring Christian Bale as the monster and Jessie Buckley as his bride.

The all-star cast includes Penélope Cruz and Jake Gyllenhaal.

Saw XI (September 26)

Following the success of Saw X, Tobin Bell returns as John Kramer in this new chapter directed by Kevin Greutert.

While plot details remain under wraps, the film promises to further explore Kramer’s complex character.

Hell House LLC: Lineage (October 2025)

The fifth installment in the found-footage franchise arrives on Shudder, promising to delve deeper into the backstories of various characters while introducing new storylines and frights.

The Black Phone 2 (October 17)

Scott Derrickson returns to direct this sequel to the 2022 supernatural thriller, with Ethan Hawke, Mason Thames, and Madeleine McGraw reprising their roles.

The film aims to expand upon the original’s unique blend of supernatural horror and psychological tension.

Predator: Badlands (November 7)

Dan Trachtenberg follows up Prey with this future-set tale taking place on an alien planet.

The film promises to push the franchise’s boundaries by allowing audiences to root for the Predator itself, starring Elle Fanning in the lead role.

The Running Man (November 21)

Edgar Wright directs this adaptation of Stephen King’s story, starring Glen Powell as Ben Richards in a deadly reality TV game where survival is the only objective.

The film promises to be a darker take than the 1987 Schwarzenegger version.

Winter Terrors

Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (December 5)

Emma Tammi returns to direct this sequel to the successful video game adaptation, with Josh Hutcherson, Matthew Lillard, and the original cast returning.

The film aims to delve deeper into the franchise’s complex lore.

Anaconda (December 25)

Tom Gormican directs this horror-comedy reboot starring Paul Rudd and Jack Black.

While plot details are scarce, the film promises to deliver both scares and laughs as it reimagines the 1997 creature feature for modern audiences.

Additional 2025 Releases (Dates TBA)

Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein

Del Toro’s highly anticipated adaptation features Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the monster, promising to bring the director’s signature visual style to Mary Shelley’s classic tale.

Fear Street: Prom Queen

Netflix continues its R.L. Stine adaptations with this standalone story set in 1988, following the deadly events surrounding Shadyside High’s prom night.

The film stars India Fowler and features Katherine Waterston.

This comprehensive slate of 27 horror releases demonstrates the genre’s continuing evolution, from reimagined classics to original contemporary tales.

With established franchises and innovative new properties sharing the spotlight, 2025 promises to be an exceptional year for horror cinema.

This guide will be updated as additional films are announced and release dates are confirmed.