10/10 Horror Movies to Watch on Kanopy Right Now

Having a hard time deciding what to watch tonight? We've got you covered. Nothing says pure entertainment like a quality horror movie.

And it's twice as enjoyable when it's completely free! So regardless of whether you're a long-time horror fan or new to the genre, these 9 films have something for everybody.

‘Suspiria’ (1977)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Suspiria has 94% from critics and 83% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Suspiria is rated 7.3/10.

The original Suspiria is absolutely phenomenal. The film is about an American ballet student who discovers that her new German dance academy is not quite what it seems.

What makes it unforgettable: visual style that feels like a fever dream; haunting soundtrack will get under your skin; perfect blend of artistic horror and psychological tension.

‘Brain Damage’ (1988)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Brain Damage has 69% from critics and 64% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Brain Damage is rated 6.5/10.

Want a trippy body horror film? Brain Damage will be right up your alley. It follows a man who becomes addicted to a parasitic creature that injects him with a highly addictive hallucinogenic fluid. In return, he must help the creature hunt for human brains to feast on.

Why you'll be hooked: smart social commentary disguised as B-movie horror; unforgettable practical effects; dark humor.

‘Longlegs’ (2024)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Longlegs has 86% from critics and 61% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Longlegs is rated 6.6/10.

Who said Nicolas Cage can't act? Longlegs is here to prove you otherwise. The movie follows an FBI agent who investigates a series of mysterious murders.

What makes it stand out: slow-burn tension; genuinely unsettling atmosphere; killer performances from the cast.

‘I Saw the Devil’ (2010)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, I Saw the Devil has 82% from critics and 87% from the audience.
• On IMDb, I Saw the Devil is rated 7.8/10.

I Saw the Devil is a brutal revenge thriller. When a secret agent's fiancée becomes the latest victim of a serial killer, he sets out on a twisted game of cat and mouse with the murderer, making him experience the same pain he inflicted on others.

What makes it so good: relentless intensity; insane action sequences; complex moral dilemmas.

‘November’ (2017)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, November has 96% from critics and 80% from the audience.
• On IMDb, November is rated 7.1/10.

If you're in the mood for some Estonian folk horror, November is exactly what you need. Werewolves, the plague and spirits are part of the everyday lives for our characters. This gem follows a girl who will stop at nothing to win the heart of a young man.

What you'll love about it: stunning black-and-white cinematography; perfect mix of folklore and dark humor; weird in all the right ways.

‘The Addiction’ (1995)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, The Addiction has 74% from critics and 68% from the audience.
• On IMDb, The Addiction is rated 6.5/10.

The Addiction is about a graduate student who becomes a vampire after being bitten on a New York street. Through the lens of vampirism, the film tackles addiction, evil and moral responsibility.

What sets it apart: urban gothic atmosphere; depth mixed with horror elements; top-notch acting.

‘Eraserhead’ (1977)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Eraserhead has 87% from critics and 82% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Eraserhead is rated 7.3/10.

David Lynch's debut feature remains one of the most unsettling and influential horror films ever made. Eraserhead follows Henry, a man living in an industrial wasteland, who discovers he's the father of an unusual baby.

What makes it an absolute must-watch: otherworldly atmosphere; sound design that'll haunt your dreams; pure, unfiltered Lynch madness.

‘Let the Right One In’ (2008)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Let the Right One In has 98% from critics and 90% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Let the Right One In is rated 7.8/10.

Let the Right One In is both heartwarming and chilling. When a bullied 12-year-old boy befriends a mysterious young girl, their friendship becomes something both beautiful and terrifying.

What makes it special: touching coming-of-age story; cold Swedish atmosphere; perfect balance of tender moments and horror.

‘Tetsuo: The Iron Man’ (1989)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Tetsuo: The Iron Man has 83% from critics and 76% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Tetsuo: The Iron Man is rated 6.9/10.

Want a surreal cyberpunk body horror? Tetsuo: The Iron Man is exactly what you're looking for. This cult classic follows a businessman who slowly transforms into a metal being after a strange encounter.

Why it's an absolute must-watch: intense, unforgettable imagery; pulsing industrial soundtrack; unfiltered cyberpunk madness.