33 Horror Movie Franchises Streaming Now on Peacock

Just like any good horror movie monster, Peacock Halloween Horror is back. There’s just something about this time of year that calls terrifying creatures back into action. As the weather turns colder, we pull a little closer to each other. Maybe it’s that feeling of comfort that makes us think, yeah, I could totally go for a horror movie right now. Or several. In a row. And maybe they’ll go to space eventually. You’ve come to the right place. Peacock has all the horror franchises you can handle and more. Grab your favorite hiding blanket and get ready for a binge session that will make you scream. 

1. 11/11/11 

If demonic horror is your thing, this trilogy from The Asylum is for you. 11/11/11 follows a couple who find out their son might be a gateway to the apocalypse. 12/12/12 follows a new mother who might be raising the spawn of Satan. 13/13/13 caps things off with a full-on war with a demonic hoard. What more could you want out of a series? 

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2. American Psycho 

Yes, this one is a franchise. The satirical slasher where Christian Bale plays Patrick Bateman, a yuppie investment banker by day and serial killer by night... possibly. Just like the book it’s based on, the movie makes use of an unreliable narrator that leaves you unsure of how much of what you saw was real, which only adds to the horror. The sequel, American Psycho 2, is also available to stream on Peacock. It stars a Mila Kunis as a young girl who witnessed one of Bateman’s crimes as a child and killed him. As an adult, she becomes a serial killer herself. 

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3. Amityville 

In 1975, the Lutz family moved into a home where a gruesome murder had taken place one year before. 28 days later, they fled, reporting terrifying paranormal phenomena. Their account led to a book and horror franchise, all exploring the demonic presence that allegedly haunts the house. Because it’s based on a true story, and because Amityville, NY is a real place, a host of movies have been made, both in and outside of the main franchise. Peacock has movies from both. Continue the original legend with Amityville II: The Possession, and Amityville 3-D. Add vampires, werewolves and zombies into the mix with The Amityville Harvest, The Amityville Moon, and Amityville Uprising. Peacock also has a found-footage take on the story in The Amityville Haunting and Amityville: The Awakening, which takes place in the “real world.” 

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4. Child’s Play/Chucky 

It’s the possessed doll that started it all. Peacock has every Chucky movie from Child’s Play II all the way to 2017’s Cult of Chucky. That means you can watch the series grow from straightforward slasher to self-aware metafictional comedy with Bride of Chucky and Seed of Chucky, then go back to pure horror starting with Curse of Chucky. You can even watch the Chucky TV series, whose third season takes Chucky to the White House. 

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5. Dracula 

It wouldn’t be Halloween without the count himself, and a few versions of the world’s most famous Vampire are on Peacock. You can watch Dan Curtis’ Dracula from 1977, Dracula from 1979, and Dracula’s Widow from 1989. Looking for something a little more classic? The sequel to the original, Dracula’s Daughter starring Gloria Holden is streaming on Peacock. 

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6. The Exorcist 

There’s a new Exorcist movie out this season, so why not check out some of the other sequels in the series? The Exorcist III follows a series of murders taking place in a hospital’s psychiatric ward and is one of the scariest entries in the franchise. You can also check out two prequels with Exorcist: The Beginning and Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist. If you want demonic possession movies that will make you feel genuinely unsettled, Peacock is the place for you. 

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7. Frankenstein 

It really doesn’t get more classic than this. The original Frankenstein is a legend of classic horror, and like any good horror movie, it spawned a whole franchise. After experiencing the original monster movie, stream Bride of Frankenstein, Son of Frankenstein, and the big crossover movie, Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man. (Universal was doing the shared cinematic universe thing decades ago.) You can even follow the franchise into the 1960s with The Evil of Frankenstein, which is worth a watch for Peter Cushing alone, and a modern remake with 2015’s Frankenstein. 

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8. The Grudge 

The horror franchise with the scariest-looking ghosts has two sequels on Peacock. If you’re unfamiliar with The Grudge, it focuses on houses haunted by vengeful ghosts after truly horrific crimes are committed in them. The Grudge 2 takes the action to Japan, where the original Grudge movies were made, while The Grudge 3 sees a Japanese woman trying to stop the vengeful spirit in a Chicago apartment. Both movies will keep you up long after they’re over. 

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9. Halloween 

It wouldn’t be Halloween without, well, Halloween. This year, you can dive into some classic movies from the series. There’s 1981’s Halloween II, which introduces the plot point of Michael Myers being Laurie Strode’s brother. There’s Halloween III: Season of the Witch treats the franchise as an anthology and offers a completely new story about a mass-murdering mask maker. You can also watch 2018’s Halloween, which ignores every sequel after the first one, meaning Michael and Laurie aren’t related. That one is notable for having Jamie Lee Curtis returning as an older Laurie Strode still living with the trauma of her first encounter with Michael. 

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10. Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer 

Many movies on this list are on the campy-fun side of horror. The first of this duology is on the genuinely disturbing side. Loosely based on two real-life serial killers, Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer caused a ton of controversy when it premiered in 1986. Initially receiving an X rating from the MPAA, this movie was part of the impetus for the creation of the NC-17 rating. Eventually, it was released unrated in 1990. It can be a tough watch, but if you want a movie to really unsettle you, this will do it. If you’re curious to see where the story goes from there, the 1996 sequel, Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, Part II is also on Peacock. 

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11. Hollow Man 

Paul Verhoeven’s 2000 take on The Invisible Man stars Kevin Bacon as a scientist who tests an invisibility serum on himself before finding out it’s irreversible. Tripping on power and unable to deal with the isolation, his behavior escalates from pranks to assault to murder. The sequel, Hollow Man 2, stars Christian Slater as a soldier who has also been turned irrevocably invisible. Unlike his predecessor though, he’s specifically out for revenge, hunting down and killing the scientists he blames for his fate. Both movies are streaming on Peacock. 

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8. Insidious 

For something a little more supernatural but still absolutely terrifying, give Insidious a try. The first movie follows a family as they experience increasingly disturbing happenings around their house. Director James Wan is a master at making familiar spaces feel dangerous and unknown, and that talent is absolutely on display here. There’s plenty more scares in Insidious: Chapter 3. A prequel to the first movie, it focuses on a new family, and may provide some answers about the Lambert family haunting. 

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12. I Know What You Did Last Summer 

Based on the Lois Duncan young adult thriller novel, I Know What You Did Last Summer is a classic slasher movie from the genre’s heyday in the ‘90s. The first movie follows a group of teens who cover up a car accident in which they believe they’ve killed someone. A year later, they’re terrorized by a serial killer with a hook. It and its sequel, I Still Know What You Did Last Summer, are incredibly fun slasher films with fantastic casts. The surviving characters from the first movie even come back in the sequel. The third film in the franchise, I’ll Always Know What You Did Last Summer features a completely new story and cast, and is also streaming on Peacock. 

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13. The Invisible Man 

The OG see-through psychopath is back on Peacock. It’s clear why this story has endured this long. The idea of a killer who can’t be seen will always be scary. Not only can you watch the two classic sequels, The Invisible Man Returns and The Invisible Man’s Revenge, the 2020 remake starring Elisabeth Moss as the ex-girlfriend of an invisible stalker is streaming now. 

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14. The Jack in the Box 

Are you the kind of person who’s always been creeped out by jack in the boxes? This horror series is for you. The first follows a jack-in-the-box that gets donated to a museum. Shortly thereafter, a series of mysterious murders start happening, leading one staff member to suspect there’s a demon hiding inside. Keep streaming with The Jack in the Box: Awakening where a terminally ill heiress makes a deal with the demon in exchange for her life. 

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15. Malevolence

This trilogy of independent horror films came out between 2004 and 2018, but would feel right at home among the classic 1980s slasher franchises on this list. This trilogy is proof that a relatively low budget doesn't mean you can't do amazing things in the horror genre. Malevolence creates a villain in Martin Bristol that can stand on his own among the likes of Jason, Freddy, and Michael. The sequels never lose that classic feeling, either. Malevolence 2: Bereavement is a prequel that fills out Martin's backstory while still leaving enough to our imagination that he stays scary. Malevolence 3: Killer continues the story where the first movie left off, and is pure teen slasher. 

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16. The Mummy 

We’ve got all flavors of ancient Egyptian corpses come to life this Halloween. Those who are fans of the classics can see exactly why Lon Chaney Jr. was so terrifying to audiences back in the 40s with The Mummy’s Tomb, The Mummy’s Ghost, and The Mummy’s Curse. Plus, watch The Mummy’s Hand, featuring a separate story with a different mummy played by a different actor. In the mood for more of an action comedy? The full Brendan Fraser-starring trilogy is streaming as well, with The Mummy (1999), The Mummy Returns, and The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. Looking for even more tales of Egyptian curses? Check out The Mummy (2017), starring Tom Cruise. 

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17. Night of the Demons 

Those in the mood for classic 1980s teen horror will want to check out Night of the Demons. A group of high schoolers decide to throw a party in a funeral parlor. As a fun party game, they hold a séance, because why wouldn’t you? As you might be able to guess, the séance invites demonic possession that quickly, gruesomely takes over the group. You can watch both the 1988 original and the 2010 remake this Halloween. 

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18. Night of the Living Dead 

Like zombies? Watch the greatest zombie series of all time. George A. Romero’s Night of the Living Dead series follows various groups of people dealing with a zombie apocalypse. The original classic Night of the Living Dead follows a disparate group of people sheltering in a home while the dead walk outside. Day of the Dead takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where zombies have already overrun the Earth. Romero’s fourth movie, Land of the Dead takes the action to post-apocalyptic Pittsburgh for a dark satirical look at American life. Outside of Romero’s main series, you can see other directors play in this universe with remakes of Dawn of the Dead and Day of the Dead, as well as a Day of the Dead 2: Contagium. 

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19. Phantasm 

This franchise is 1970s sci-fi horror at its finest. The first Phantasm introduces us to the Tall Man, who is a perfect understated horror movie villain. He has such a commanding presence that it’s no wonder he became such an iconic character. The fact that he turns murder victims into slaves on another planet is icing on an incredibly creepy cake. There’s plenty of him on Peacock, too. In addition to the original Phantasm, you can watch Phantasm III: Lord of the Dead, Phantasm IV: Oblivion and Phantasm: RaVager. (See what they did there?) 

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20. Phantom of the Opera 

The classic story of a disfigured composer who becomes obsessed with an up-and-coming singer has two versions on Peacock this Halloween. Watch the classic 1943 film, which was a massive technical achievement in its day. Or watch the 1962 remake, taking place in London and bringing all kinds of new horrifying imagery to the story. 

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21. Prom Night 

The Halloween movies aren’t the only Jamie Lee Curtis horrors you can binge this weekend. Prom Night stars the original Scream Queen as a high school senior who is terrorized by a masked killer on, (when else?) prom night. It’s been remade a couple of times since, but nothing quite compares to the 1980 original. Many classic tropes of the slasher genre started here, making this a must-watch for any fan. It even features the late Leslie Nielsen from before he became a purely comedic actor. After you finish the first movie, stick around for another Hamilton High School horror with Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II, which adds a supernatural element to the slasher fun. 

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22. Psycho 

Yes, that Psycho. Many fans of Alfred Hitchcock’s horror-suspense masterpiece might not even realize that the movie spawned a franchise. Hitchcock himself never returned to the series, but Anthony Perkins kept coming back as Norman Bates. I guess when you play a role that well, it’s hard to let go. He even directed the third movie. If you want to see the full story of Norman Bates, you can watch the entire franchise on Peacock. That includes the original Psycho, as well as Psycho II, Psycho III, and even the 1998 shot-for-shot remake of the first movie. 

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23. Puppet Master  

A classic of direct-to-video horror, the Puppet Master series is perfect for a weekend binge. These murderous puppets should be instantly recognizable to anyone who liked to wander the Horror section of their local Blockbuster as a kid. Especially Blade, whose face alone proves that low-budget, direct-to-VHS horror movies can still bring the creep factor. You can watch the first five movies on Peacock, plus the 2003 sequel, Puppet Master: The Legacy. 

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24. Saw 

Do you want to play a game? Peacock has all you can handle with the entire Saw series. If you haven’t seen this series since the first movie came out, it’s worth revisiting. It’s a perfect binge watch too, as each movie ends with a twist that makes you want to see what happens next. Like any long-running horror franchise, this one goes to some wild places. The scenes of torture and self-inflicted pain might be a bit too much for some, but if you can stomach those, there are a lot of fun scares to be had here. Every movie from the original to 2010’s Saw 3D: The Final Chapter is streaming now. 

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25. Stake Land 

By now, you might be thinking, “serial killers and slashers are fine and all, but where are the vampires?” Right here. Stake Land is set in a world where a vampire pandemic has taken over the world. A young man joins up with a vampire hunter as they search for a safe place to live. The movie is a fun, fresh take on the vampire genre, and has a great mix of action and genuine scares. 

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26. The Stepfather 

We’re back in the serial killer genre with this psychological horror series. The Stepfather follows a murderer who changes his identity and marries into a new family. This cult hit slowly builds a feeling of dread over the course of the movie as the daughter of the family starts to suspect that her new stepfather isn’t who he says he is. The Stepfather and its first sequel, Stepfather II, are available for a perfectly chilling weekend binge. 

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27. Tales from the Crypt 

Sadly, the TV series is not available to stream anywhere, but Peacock has the two movies available to give you your Crypt Keeper fix. Like the series that spawned them, the Tales from the Crypt movies embrace camp and schlock to provide as many laughs as they do screams. The first movie, Tales from the Crypt Presents: Demon Knight follows a drifter being pursued by a powerful demon. The second, Tales from the Crypt Presents: Bordello of Blood, tells the story of a brothel that is secretly a vampire den. Vampires and demons? What more could any horror fan ask for? 

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28. Tales from the Hood 

What’s better than one scary story? A whole bunch of them in one movie. Tales from the Hood is a horror anthology produced by Spike Lee. The first movie features three drug dealers hoping to purchase some product from a mortuary owner. Because why wouldn’t you go for that? As they accompany him through the mortuary to find the drugs, he tells them short horror stories that become increasingly unnerving. You can fill your whole day wit

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29. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 

One of the films credited with popularizing the modern slasher, the 1974 classic is just as terrifying today as it was when it came out. Perhaps it’s because it purports to be inspired by true events. Or maybe it has something to do with the fact that there’s surprisingly little blood and gore in the movie. It leaves all the truly horrifying imagery up to your imagination. You can stream the original film, Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation, and Texas Chainsaw 3D for a full dose of Leatherface whenever you want him. 

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30. The Thing 

John Carpenter’s 1982 thriller about isolation and paranoia remains as unsettling as ever. As the characters slowly figure out what’s going on, their distrust of one another grows, as does an overwhelming sense of dread. The Thing masterfully builds suspense while also having some of the most disgusting practical effects around. Advancements in CGI technology have been great for movies, but they still haven’t been able to produce anything as upsetting as the tentacle dog puppets on display in this movie. You can watch The Thing and the 2011 prequel on Peacock. 

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31. The Toxic Avenger 

Looking for a bit of comedy with your gross-out horror? This cult classic series from Troma Pictures follows a nerd who falls into a vat of toxic waste. The waste turns him into a monster with superpowers and he soon begins to fight crime. It’s bloody, it’s funny, it’s a superhero series unlike any other. The entire original series, from The Toxic Avenger to Citizen Toxie: The Toxic Avenger IV is available to stream now. 

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32. V/H/S 

Few movies capture the magical feeling of finding an obscure horror movie on VHS like this series. Both are anthology movies, following groups of people finding short horror stories on a collection of mysterious VHS tapes. Each story is a found-footage style horror, and the format is used masterfully here. The soft look and static inherent in watching old VHS footage means you often aren’t sure what you’re looking at until it’s right on top of whoever’s holding the camera. If you have any nostalgia for horror on videotape, this series is worth checking out. 

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33. Willard and Ben 

They may be small, but that doesn’t make them any less scary. Both of these rat-themed horror films are streaming on Peacock. The first, released in 1971, follows the anti-social Willard and his murderous pet rats, Socrates and Ben. Released just a year later, Ben follows Willard’s other pet rat as he befriends a young boy and builds a deadly rat army. Both movies are classics with visuals that are sure to give you the chills. The second movie even has a theme song written and performed by Michael Jackson. 

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