Although ghost stories and movies about creatures and monsters can produce some terrifying films, horror fans always appreciate a good slasher. There are many celebrated movies from this genre that are still iconic to this day, and even though fans are always looking for new releases, nothing can ever replace these classics.
From some of the most memorable slashers from the past few decades to a few more recent flicks, Reddit s who love these scary stories are sharing their favorite slasher movies that are always good for a movie night.
Black Christmas (1974)
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Canadian horror movie is a fan favorite from this genre.
There are many parts of this slasher movie that have inspired others, including characters receiving unnerving phone calls and realizing that there's a killer right inside their location. It's always a good idea to come back to this classic.
A Nightmare On Elm Street (1984)
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A Nightmare On Elm Street has become such a legendary horror movie that it's impossible for it not to end up in a discussion about the best classic movies from the genre.
When talking about the best slasher film, Reddit lamancha said "my favorite slasher is still Wes Craven's new Nightmare." There's something memorable and different about Freddy Krueger and his desire to visit the nightmares of a group of teenagers.
Halloween (1978)
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Halloween "the one that established all the major tropes, made the genre popular, and it is even to this day the golden standard for all the other movies of said genre."
It's definitely easy to see why the Halloween franchise has a new trilogy of movies from 2018, 2021, and 2022. Laurie Strode's final girl personality and Michael Myers's pure evil will never get old and tired, and fans can watch these movies countless times while enjoying the scary moments and solid acting.
Scream (1996)
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With Scream's iconic scenes and amazing acting from Neve Campbell, Rose McGowan, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Matthew Lillard, and Skeet Ulrich, it's no surprise that this '90s movie is always mentioned as an absolute favorite.
Scream was the second most popular slasher movie. It delivers everything that fans could possibly look for in a slasher story, with main characters who have fully formed personalities to a classic killer with a good costume and clear motive.
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003)
While horror fans checked out the 2o22 movie, the other movies in The Texas Chainsaw Masscare franchise will always be favorites.
Reddit Daviddv1202 loves the 2003 remake and said "truly one of the best remakes I’ve ever watched and one of the reasons why Leatherface is one of my favourite horror movie villains of all time."
All The Boys Love Mandy Lane (2006)
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Reddit willreignsomnipotent recommends All The Boys Love Mandy Lane and wrote, "Careful not to read too much about it, lest you inadvertently ruin some of the film's little surprises."
After Mandy goes to a party, there is a group of killers targeting everyone, and the movie has the kinds of twists and turns that horror fans are always looking for.
Jeeper's Creepers (2001)
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While best 2000s horror movie characters, as the movie is cheesy and not critically acclaimed, the film does have a few scary moments and it's still fun to watch.
Reddit Erwinblackthorn loves Jeeper's Creepers and called it "pretty solid as a slasher movie." The fan added, "It has an immortal killer, a body count, and is mostly about tension and gore than actual horror." Seeing siblings Darry and Trish on a road trip where they discover a horrible killer who looks like a creature out of nightmares is an unforgettable experience.
My Bloody Valentine (1981)
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When looking back on the best slasher movies of the 1980s, My Bloody Valentine often comes up in discussion. The movie has a 2009 remake but for many horror fans, the original is the best.
Reddit sarathstars loves My Bloody Valentine because it has a "great twist." The movie is set in Valentine Bluffs, a town that is finally celebrating a Valentine's Day dance after a horrifying mining accident that has been haunting the residents ever since.
Candyman (1992)
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Candyman" from the '90s.
Candyman has terrifying scenes and while there might not be as many deaths as some other movies from the slasher genre, there's a clear killer who has a motivation. Helen, a student in graduate school, hears about the Candyman myth and begins researching it, learning about The Candyman who has a hook for a hand. It's an incredibly well-crafted movie.
Child's Play (1998)
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Child's Play, describing it as a "great mix of being genuinely suspenseful and thrilling, while making you laugh here and there."
Everything about this '80s slasher movie is a joy to watch for horror fans. There's a sweet kid named Andy who gets a doll who turns out to be the evil Chucky, which is horrible luck for Andy but the catalyst for a fascinating and entertaining franchise that is still enjoyed today.
