10 Best Horror Movies on Shudder UK (2025) – Critics' Picks
Looking for the best horror on Shudder UK? We've curated 10 terrifying films that critics and horror fans agree are must-watches. Whether you're into werewolf carnage or psychological dread, Shudder's dedicated horror library has you covered.
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Quick Picks
- Operation Blood Hunt – A brutal werewolf action-horror that doesn't hold back.
- Late Night with the Devil – The viral sensation that brings 70s talk show horror to life.
- When Evil Lurks – A shocking possession film that redefines the genre.
The Full List
1. Operation Blood Hunt (2025)
This fresh addition to the werewolf genre follows a ragtag group of military rejects investigating a remote island. What they find is a massacre at the hands of lycanthropes. It's violent, fast-paced, and perfect for a Friday night scare.
Available on: Shudder UK (subscription)
2. Late Night with the Devil (2024)
David Dastmalchian stars as a talk show host who invites evil into living rooms across America. The found-footage style presentation makes it feel terrifyingly authentic.
Available on: Shudder UK
3. When Evil Lurks (2023)
From Argentina comes one of the most disturbing possession movies in years. It’s visceral, bleak, and absolutely essential viewing for hardcore horror fans.
Available on: Shudder UK
4. In a Violent Nature (2024)
A slasher film told from the perspective of the killer. It's a unique, ambient horror experience that deconstructs the genre while delivering gruesome kills.
Available on: Shudder UK
5. Oddity (2024)
A blind medium uncovers the truth behind her sister's death in this atmospheric haunted house thriller. The jump scares are earned and effective.
Available on: Shudder UK
6. MadZb (2024)
A wild zombie ride that injects new life into the undead genre. Fast, frenetic, and full of gore.
Available on: Shudder UK
7. Stopmotion (2024)
A psychological horror about an animator losing her grip on reality. The creepy visuals will stay with you long after the credits roll.
Available on: Shudder UK
8. V/H/S/Beyond (2024)
The latest installment in the anthology franchise takes a sci-fi turn. As always, it's a mixed bag of terror, but the highs are incredibly high.
Available on: Shudder UK
9. Infested (2024)
If you hate spiders, stay away. For everyone else, this French creature feature is a claustrophobic nightmare set in an apartment block.
Available on: Shudder UK
10. The Devil's Bath (2024)
A folk horror masterpiece that explores depression and religion in 18th century Austria. It's heavy, beautiful, and haunting.
Available on: Shudder UK
How We Chose These
We analysed critic scores from Rotten Tomatoes, Letterboxd, and horror-focused publications. Films were ranked by critical consensus, rewatchability, and availability on Shudder UK as of December 2025.
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