Do you like horror films? We've taken a look at some of our favorites and compiled a frightening list. Below you will find our top 10 horror movies - from old classics to new titles.

Psychologists know why this is. Our brains forget that what we see isn't really a risk, and the audience's body is flooded with adrenaline, endorphins, and dopamine when watching scary movies. It's no wonder then that horror films have been popular since the beginning of film history, even though they often horrify and fascinate people at the same time.

Which horror films are suited for good entertainment? We have searched for an answer to this question and we would like to share our top 10 list of nerve-wracking horror movies with you. Besides these well-known classics, there are some new releases from 2021 on the list.

After discovering a videocassette is being circulated which shows disturbing black and white images, every person who views the video dies seven days later. At first, Rachel does not put much thought into the story, but when people close to her are in danger, she investigates the origins of the video and makes horrifying discoveries.

Although all of these films have their own individual ways of having fun, none of them come close to matching the original. This is about Michael Myers, who when he was six killed his seventeen-year-old sister and was then put in a psychiatric hospital. However, he managed to escape Halloween, pursued by a young student named Laurie (Jamie Lee Curtis) and her friends - an bloody end is guaranteed.

James Wan, who also directed the first film in the "Saw" series, conjured up this horrifying movie. The movie purportedly is based on true events, and thus has drawn two sequels and various spin-offs in the form of films such as "Anabelle 1, 2 & 3" and "The Nun."

In desperation, Chris turns to the exorcist Father Pater Lankester Merrin (Max von Sydow), who determines that it is in fact a demonic possession. All involved and spectators are about to face a nightmarish night.

A number of things about the staff and guests at Chris' house strike Chris as strange, not to mention the way the housekeeping staff behaves. Jordann Peele's skill in creating a suspenseful horror movie is matched only by his penetrating analysis of American racism.

The "Nightmare on Elm Street" series got six sequels and a remake that was less successful. The original remains a classic to be avoided at all costs.

A challenging task that he flawlessly accomplished and which also worked well in his three Scream sequels. Unfortunately, the director passed away in 2015, but his work lives on so that a sequel to this modern horrorshow will be released in 2022, including the original cast.

Five young people traveling in Texas find themselves being stalked by a group of cannibals. The indication was eventually discontinued and now there are several sequels, spin-offs, and remakes of the slasher film.

It seems evident that one can no longer take the late stages of the franchise seriously. The first film, however, had something in it.

The Marion Crane depicted by Leigh is hiding in an isolated and largely deserted hotel run by the very suspicious and eerie Norman Bates. However, behind the facade of the hotel there are many sinister truths waiting to be revealed.

We have some secret tips for horror films that are a little less well known, but just as suspenseful and often bloody.

Saw (2004), It Follows (2014), Hereditary (2018), Hostel (2005), The Hills Have Eyes - Hügel der blutigen Augen (2005), Rec (2007), Tanz der Teufel (1981), You?re Next (2011), The Shining (1980), Hellraiser (1987)

"A Quiet Place", "It" und "The Meg". It is probable that many horror fans will miss some classic or modern shockers, but with such a vast and great genre, no list can ever be exhaustive. There is always something new and new old to discover. In 2021, there were several frightening films to choose from: "A Quiet Place", "It" and "The Meg".

The Army of the Dead conjures 3: Im Bann des Teufels. Fear Street - Part One 1994 terrified viewers with its depiction of murderous children, while Fear Street - Part Two 1974 introduced audiences to the savage and brutal terror of elderly residents. Meanwhile, Fear Street - Part Three 1666 was largely considered a disappointment, despite featuring an appearance by Michael Myers. The Forever Purge broke new ground in its exploration of the dark side of humanity, while Old dealt with the repercussions of a preventable tragedy. The Empty Man was met with mixed reactions, but Malignant received widespread acclaim for its innovative storytelling techniques. Halloween Kills proved to be a divisive affair, with some critics finding its twist unjustified and others lauding it as an innovative and terrifying achievement.