I honestly couldn’t handle another demonic unborn baby movie or ridiculous pregnancy horror film that left me utterly disturbed. The more I explored this subgenre, the more I realized I wasn’t really going to find something that scared me about the state I was in, just that I would be more scared by the ways filmmakers were incorporating additional elements that tied to pregnant people…. [Instead] I thought it might be fun to explore scary children in horror movies, because hey, why not?

A kick, a push, a hiccup—all strange and new and wild—and admittedly pretty freaky. But what I’m finding in pregnancy horror is that directors rarely explore those natural phenomena. No, there always has to be a sinister monster baby to test our faith and sanity. If only they knew…

This Mother’s Day, honor the moms who haunt your nightmares. From Carrie’s fanatical matriarch to the chilling mothers of Pearl, Run Rabbit Run, Orphan, and more, these films dive deep into the horrors of maternal control, neglect, and obsession. Because sometimes, the scariest place to be is in your own family.

Exploring the rise of pregnancy horror in 2024, this article dives into the terrifying yet thought-provoking themes of bodily autonomy, survival, and maternal instinct. Written from the unique perspective of a pregnant horror fan, this piece examines how these films challenge boundaries, evoke real-world fears, and create a space for expecting mothers who love the genre.

Never in my lifetime has it felt so important to recognize the contributions of women—in my own life, in my community, and especially in the genre we all love. So for International Women’s Day, and as a kick-off article for our celebration of Women in Horror Month, I want to highlight some of the most exciting and highly anticipated horror books of 2025 written by women authors, but I also don’t feel like I can stop here. This is only the beginning.

Move over cheesy rom-coms, this year the folks at What Sleeps Beneath are putting a stake in the heart of traditional Valentine’s Day films and are relishing in the romantic (and sometimes twisted) horror movies. Contrary to popular belief, amidst all the jump scares, gore, and hauntings, a few love stories are hidden within the otherwise dark and spooky genre. Whether you’re binge-eating candy hearts and chocolate or avoiding the holiday altogether, we hope that you’ll find new reasons to gush over the occasional story where love and horror intertwine.

A claustrophobic animated short, a biting satire on our phone habits, a creepy ghost story, and a take on the possession film—these are four unnerving short films that are worth seeking out in 2025.

Explore how films delve into paganism and Santa Claus to reveal the mystical roots of Christmas. From The Wicker Man to Krampus, discover dark holiday traditions and folklore reimagined on screen. Dive into ancient rituals, solstice myths, and the untold stories of yuletide horror.

In both mainstream and indie circles, true crime-inspired thrillers are on the rise, and directors at this year’s Pittsburgh Moving Picture Festival Thriller Picture Show did not disappoint.

With the long-awaited remake of Nosferatu by Robert Eggers quickly approaching, it’s a great time to dust off your old favorite vampire flicks to amp yourself up. Whether you’re an Interview with the Vampire (1994) person or you’re more into The Lost Boys (1987), or even if you’re a 30 Days of Night (2007) fanatic, vamps have the unique ability among monsters to adapt to almost any kind of story.

While slasher and monster movies often revolve around the hunter/hunted dynamic, gender-specific horror films, specifically those focusing on childbirth and pregnancy, add a unique twist with a visceral internal transformation narrative.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a list of horror movies that examines monstrous mothers and their relationships with their children.