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The Shining [Blu-ray]The Shining [Blu-ray]
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Brace yourself. Even though it's dated, this is one of the greatest horror films ever.
A Nightmare on Elm Street (Infinifilm Edition)A Nightmare on Elm Street (Infinifilm Edition)
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I can't reccomend this whole series, since it really goes downhill from one, but this is a great film that still scares many people today.
Friday the 13thFriday the 13th
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Counselors get more than they bargain for during a night of absolute terror. A true classic.
Child's PlayChild's Play
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This one is a bit of a guilty pleasure. It's still very suspensful and full of atmosphere.
Dog SoldiersDog Soldiers
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This is an overlooked gem of horror from the maker of the descent. The sfx are a bit cheezy, but it's a great example of a B-Movie done right.
The Descent (Unrated Widescreen Edition)The Descent (Unrated Widescreen Edition)
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This is one of the few good horror movies to come out within the last five years.
28 Weeks Later / 28 Days Later (2 pack)28 Weeks Later / 28 Days Later (2 pack)
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These two movies are the much needed revitalization of a genre that seems too stale. Say what you will about them, but they truly added a new level tot he zombie film.
Halloween (Divimax 25th Anniversary Edition)Halloween (Divimax 25th Anniversary Edition)
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The classic slasher flick that still remains one of the best films the genre has to offer.
30 Days Of Night [Blu-ray]30 Days Of Night [Blu-ray]
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If I have one film on here that is coming straight from my own tastes, this would be it. To me, it's the finest vampire film to date.
Behind the Mask - The Rise of Leslie VernonBehind the Mask - The Rise of Leslie Vernon
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A spoof/examination of what makes the horror genre the way it is. This is more of a mockumentary film than a true horror, but it will give you a laugh after you've seen the others on the list.
Night of the Living Dead (Colorized / Black and White)Night of the Living Dead (Colorized / Black and White)
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The original classic that started the zombie film trend. This should be in your collection if you call yourself a horror film buff.
Poltergeist (25th Anniversary Edition)Poltergeist (25th Anniversary Edition)
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This may sound strange, but this is a horror film the whole family can enjoy. It's suspenseful and disturbing, but still not graphic enough to give kids nightmares. It's a true classic.
The HauntingThe Haunting
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This is a good film to get yourself acquainted with how horror was done in the old days.
The Howling (Special Edition)The Howling (Special Edition)
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Don't bother with any other film in this series. This is the only one worth its merit, and it really is a great horror film.
An American Werewolf in LondonAn American Werewolf in London
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The definitive werewolf movie.
The Last House on the LeftThe Last House on the Left
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Wes Craven's debut film, and possibly one of his best.
Dawn of the Dead (Ultimate Edition)Dawn of the Dead (Ultimate Edition)
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Quite possibly the greatest zombie movie ever made. George A. Romero was never able to top this one.
High Tension (Unrated Widescreen Edition)High Tension (Unrated Widescreen Edition)
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This is one of those films that had a huge impact on the way horror was done. This was one of the films that gave rebirth to the torture/gore horror films.
Alien Quadrilogy (Alien/ Aliens /Alien 3 /Alien Resurrection)Alien Quadrilogy (Alien/ Aliens /Alien 3 /Alien Resurrection)
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This series is half and half overall. One and Two are classics, but three and four aren't worth the time.
Scream Trilogy - Boxed SetScream Trilogy - Boxed Set
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One of the best slasher flicks out there, and still so true about its own genre. The sequels are decent, but first is excellent!
Sleepaway CampSleepaway Camp
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Yes, it's one of the definitive B-Movies, but this one is great! I swear!
The Thing (Collector's Edition)The Thing (Collector's Edition)
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Anyone who disses the thing needs to be hung by the entrails and quartered. This is one of the all time greats!
Suspiria (2-Disc Special Edition)Suspiria (2-Disc Special Edition)
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This is one hell of a movie, and it really eats away at you while you're watching it. I'd like to see you try and forget this one.
Audition (Uncut Special Edition)Audition (Uncut Special Edition)
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If you don't like gore, this is not the movie for you. This is one of the most intense and gory films I've ever seen.
Army of Darkness (Boomstick Edition)Army of Darkness (Boomstick Edition)
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This is more comedy, but it still fits into horror! The king of b-movies, baby!
The Evil Dead/Evil Dead 2 - Book Of The Dead CollectionThe Evil Dead/Evil Dead 2 - Book Of The Dead Collection
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These are some more B-Movies that are classic examples of all that is right and wrong with horror.
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2-Disc Ultimate Edition)The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2-Disc Ultimate Edition)
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Do I really need to say anything about this one?
Misery (Collector's Edition)Misery (Collector's Edition)
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The sledgehammer scene alone will leave you gasping for relief.
Deliverance (Deluxe Edition)Deliverance (Deluxe Edition)
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This is everyone's worst nightmare. I can think of very few things that are more horrifying than this.
Psycho (Collector's Edition)Psycho (Collector's Edition)
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Hitchcock is a master of suspense, and one of the pioneers in the horror genre.
Jaws (30th Anniversary Edition)Jaws (30th Anniversary Edition)
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The killer shark movie that made people want to star the hell away from the ocean. When I saw it for the first time, I can't say I blame them.
The Exorcist (The Version You've Never Seen)The Exorcist (The Version You've Never Seen)
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Everyone and their mother were terrified by this movie at some point in their life. It's useless to try and deny it.
PhantasmPhantasm
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I only need to point to "The Tall Man" in order to explain why this film is on the list.
Candyman (Special Edition)Candyman (Special Edition)
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I was utterly terrified when I saw this movie as a child. It scares me the more I think about it.
Hellraiser: 20th Anniversary EditionHellraiser: 20th Anniversary Edition
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Clive Barker's finest film in my opinion. I can't wait until The Midnight Meat Train comes out!
The Silence of the Lambs (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)The Silence of the Lambs (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
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Hello Clarice. Hannibal Lecter is an icon of horror, and this movie will show you why.
Re-Animator (The Millennium Edition)Re-Animator (The Millennium Edition)
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Yes, it's completely cheezy. No, it's still a fricken scary and gory movie you'll most likely get a huge kick out of.
The Ghost and the DarknessThe Ghost and the Darkness
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A depressingly overlooked horror film that has some of the most stunning cinematography I've ever seen. It has a few very good moments of terror in it as well!
IdentityIdentity
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Identity is a classic psychological horror that has two unbelievable twists that you need to see to believe.
Rosemary's BabyRosemary's Baby
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I'd argue this to be the best horror film ever made, but there's way too many other movies I enjoy more.