10 Scariest TV Shows to Stream on Peacock
Looking for some scary TV shows? Peacock's got you covered.
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Key Takeaways
- Peacock offers a wide range of horror and supernatural series, including Peacock Originals like Teacup, Wolf Like Me, Hysteria!, and Dr. Death.
- The lineup spans multiple horror subgenres, from supernatural mysteries and psychological thrillers to horror-comedies, zombie dramas, and animated scares for younger audiences.
- Popular titles such as Grimm, Chucky, Being Human, and Z Nation are available to stream on Peacock alongside exclusive original series.
The seasons of are on the cusp of change, transitioning from summer to autumn, so there’s no better time to get spooky with your entertainment. Luckily, Peacock's library of TV series has a deep bench of horror, monster and folk-based scary shows ready and waiting to help viewers get into the spirit of the season.
From Peacock Originals like Teacup to Wolf Like Me, to other fan favorites like Grimm and Chucky, there’s a horror series for every taste. Check out some highlights from Peacock's library below.
Best horror shows streaming on Peacock
- Wolf Like Me
- Teacup
- The Girl in the Woods
- Fright Krewe
- Hysteria!
- Dr. Death
- Grimm
- Chucky
- Being Human
- Z Nation
Where can I watch horror shows?
All of the Peacock Original horror series in the list are exclusive to Peacock and aren't streaming anywhere else. The rest of these scary series are available now to stream on Peacock.
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Best supernatural horror shows on Peacock
Teacup (2024)
Inspired by the New York Times bestselling novel Stinger by Robert McCammon, producer James Wan and showrunner Ian McCulloch partner for the Peacock Original series, Teacup. This bone-chilling thriller, starring Scott Speedman and Yvonne Strahovski, is about mysterious events at a secluded Georgia farm that begin to unsettle its neighbors. A genuinely terrifying mystery with unexpected twists and turns.
Watch Teacup exclusively on Peacock.
Wolf Like Me (2022 - 2023)
Isla Fisher and Josh Gad star in this horror rom-com with a werewolf twist. Mary’s (Fisher) universe collides with Gary (Gad) and his daughter, but as their connection deepens, they worry their respective baggage will tear them apart. Charming and scary, it has a central love story that never goes where you expect.
Watch two seasons of Wolf Like Me exclusively on Peacock.
The Girl in the Woods (2021)
This Peacock Original series reinforces why you shouldn’t roam the woods alone. A teen runaway enlists the help of new friends in a small town to combat monstrous creatures that terrify the forest around them. The show stars Stefanie Scott, Misha Osherovich, and Sofia Bryant. A compelling take on the “final girl” trope.
Watch The Girl in the Woods exclusively on Peacock.
Fright Krewe (2023 - 2024)
Created by Eli Roth and James Frey, Fright Krewe is an animated, original horror mystery set in the heart of New Orleans. After an ancient demon is unleashed on the city, the spirit of Marie Laveau puts five kids in charge of saving the city before it gets taken over by dark forces. Guest voices include Vanessa Hudgens, Mckenna Grace, and Reggie Watkins. It’s an absorbing mystery with plenty of scares for tweens and up.
Watch two seasons of Fright Krewe on Peacock.
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Best psychological horror shows on Peacock
Hysteria! (2024)
Boasting a cast led by Modern Family’s Julie Bowen, Pitch Perfect’s Anna Camp, and Evil Dead's Bruce Campbell, the period satire with plenty of scares follows high school teens pretending to be Satanists, bringing unwanted supernatural attention to their town. Created by Matthew Scott Kane, Hysteria! is a Peacock Original series set in the 1980s and inspired by the decade’s “Satanic Panic” era.
Watch Hysteria! exclusively on Peacock.
Dr. Death (2021 - 2023)
Created by Patrick Macmanus, based on the podcast of the same name, Dr. Death is a Peacock Original scripted anthology about the horrors that reside inside the medical field. In Season 1, Joshua Jackson plays neurosurgeon Christopher Duntsch. In Season 2, Édgar Ramírez plays Paolo Macchiarini, a Swiss surgeon with an infamous story. Great for those who love chilling, true crime stories.
Watch two seasons of Dr. Death on Peacock.
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More original horror shows to watch on Peacock
Grimm (2011 - 2017)
For fans of the Brothers Grimm and other twisted fables, this series is loosely based on characters and stories from Grimm’s Fairy Tales but with a modern update. Created by genre writers Stephen Carpenter, Jim Kouf and David Greenwalt, Grimm follows a Portland detective from a fantastical lineage of warriors who must defend the city from dangerous creatures. The beloved cast includes David Giuntoli, Russell Hornsby, Bitsie Tulloch, and Silas Weir Mitchell.
Watch six seasons of Grimm on Peacock.
Chucky (2021 - 2024)
The iconic killer doll continues his terrorizing rampage for a new generation after he is found at a yard sale in a New Jersey town. Chucky mastermind Don Mancini perfectly blends horror and comedy in this continuation of the Child’s Play franchise. The show stars Devon Sawa, Brad Dourif and Zackary Arthur.
Watch four seasons of Chucky on Peacock.
Being Human (2011 - 2014)
The U.S. version of the BBC supernatural hit, Being Human was adapted by genre writers Jeremy Carver and Anna Fricke. Sam Witwer, Meaghan Rath and Sam Huntington play a vampire, ghost and a werewolf, respectively, who are roommates in the city dealing with the challenges of being supernatural. The show stays riveting throughout its four seasons with a clever ongoing mythology and a wild cast of characters.
Watch four seasons of Being Human on Peacock.
Z Nation (2014 - 2018)
Created by Karl Schaefer and Craig Engler, Z Nation is about humans trying to survive, three years into a zombie apocalypse. Lieutenant Roberta Warren (Kellita Smith) and NSA hacker Simon "Citizen Z” Cruller (DJ Qualls) are the best hope for humanity as they lead a small band to the last CDC outpost in California. Edgy and suspenseful, this is for anyone who loves post apocalyptic dramas.
Watch five seasons of Z Nation on Peacock.
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