Just because they're frightening treasures, doesn't mean that everyone sees them that way. For this list, we're looking at horror films that were slammed by the press upon their release, but are now considered essentials or even spawned their own franchises. We're basing our picks on a mix of amazing filmmaking, outrageous critiques, and concepts that were ahead of their time. Our list includes "Alien" (1979), "The Exorcist" (1973), "Halloween" (1978), "Saw" (2004), "Friday the 13th" (1980), and more! Join WatchMojo as we count down our picks for the Top 10 Best Horror Movies Panned By Critics.

The horror genre has a tough time! For this list, we’ll be ranking the most critically panned, commercially unsuccessful or otherwise poor horror movies to be released from the year 2000 until the present day.

Critics... What do they know? Not enough clearly, as these horror movies deserve a lot higher scores than they currently have on Rotten Tomatoes. In this list, we're looking at Great Horror Movies with Bad Rotten Tomatoes Scores. Stuff like Final Destination, Event Horizon, Scream 4, Saw, House of 1000 Corpses – you know, really good horror movies – but bad Rotten Tomatoes scores. Which one is your fav?

These films pushed boundaries far beyond what audiences could stomach... Join us as we count down the most controversial scary movies that caused protests, censorship, and bans worldwide. From religious outrage to government seizures, these horror flicks didn't just scare viewers—they offended entire nations!

Prepare to be terrified by horror films that blur the line between fiction and reality! We're diving into spine-chilling movies that could potentially happen in real life, exploring the most unsettling scenarios that might be closer to home than you'd like to imagine. Get ready for a countdown that will make you question what's truly possible in the world of horror.

Get ready for a saucy countdown of horror movies that push the boundaries of on-screen nudity! We're diving into the most scandalous and skin-filled horror flicks that'll make you blush, squirm, and maybe cover your eyes. Not for the faint of heart!

Prepare for sleepless nights as we dive into the most spine-chilling films of 2024! From supernatural threats to psychological terrors, these movies pushed the boundaries of horror. Join us as we count down the year's most terrifying cinematic experiences that left audiences screaming, squirming, and begging for more.

From spine-chilling psychological thrillers to heart-stopping supernatural horror, we're counting down the most terrifying and groundbreaking horror films of the 21st century. Get ready for a journey through the most innovative and nightmare-inducing movies that have redefined the genre since 2000!

These horror movie plotlines were ripped from the pages of real life newspapers. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re taking a look at 10 scary movies that drew inspiration from real world killings and killers.

Color us terrified. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the horror movies that pushed the genre forward in new and inventive ways.

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re looking at the horror movies that paved the way for parodies in their honor. Since crucial scenes tend to be the most spoofed, watch out for some spoilers.

These horror movies have so many twists and turns they deserve repeat viewings. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the 10 horror movies you have to watch twice.

Who says a film needs to be classified as "horror" to be scary? Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down movies that, while not traditionally categorized as horror, evoke fear and unease through their intense narratives, psychological depth, and upsetting themes.

Gather 'round the campfire...but beware! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most memorable and popular horror movies set in youth camps, particularly summer camp.

These horror flicks deserve more than one thumb up! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re hollering at the horror movies that don’t get the appreciation they deserve. We may be delving into some significant plot twists here, so a spoiler alert is now in effect.