Upcoming Horror Movies 2026–2027: Werwulf, Clayface, The Exorcist and More
Horror remains one of the most reliable genres at the box office, and the next year is full of big names: Robert Eggers, Mike Flanagan, Parker Finn and the teams behind M3GAN and The Conjuring. Here is our guide to upcoming horror films, in release order.
Rest of 2026
- Soulm8te (Oct 1, Hulu) — sci-fi horror from producers James Wan and Jason Blum about a relationship with an artificial companion.
- Beware Boiúna (Oct 2) — a creature horror film from Lionsgate.
- Bokshi (Oct 9) — a Hindi horror film.
- Other Mommy (Oct 9) — Jessica Chastain in a Blumhouse horror from Host director Rob Savage.
- Clayface (Oct 23) — DC Studios' body-horror take on the Batman villain.
- Victorian Psycho (Nov 13) — Maika Monroe in a gothic horror-thriller.
- Shakti Shalini (Dec 24) — Maddock Films' horror-comedy universe continues.
- Werwulf (Dec 25) — Robert Eggers's period werewolf tale with Willem Dafoe and Lily-Rose Depp.
2027
- Hero Ki Horrorine (Jan 7) — a Hindi horror comedy.
- The Revenge of La Llorona (Feb 26) — New Line's return to the Conjuring-adjacent legend.
- The Exorcist: Martyrs (Mar 12) — Mike Flanagan with Scarlett Johansson and Chiwetel Ejiofor.
- Paranormal Activity 8 (May 21).
- Skeletons (Jun 4) — Brie Larson for Bad Robot.
- Possession (Jun 11) — Smile director Parker Finn remakes the 1981 cult classic.
- A Quiet Place Part III (Jul 30) — John Krasinski returns with Emily Blunt and Cillian Murphy.
- The Conjuring: First Communion (Sep 10).
- Gremlins 3 (Nov 19) — Chris Columbus directs the return of the mischievous creatures.
- Tumbbad 2 (Dec 3) — the sequel to the acclaimed Indian folk-horror film.
Watching horror with others
Many horror films carry strict age ratings, so check local classifications before taking teenagers. Horror is also one of the best genres to see with a crowd; opening weekend screenings are part of the fun. Browse every title in our upcoming horror movies list.
Release dates in this guide were last checked on September 29, 2026. Studios sometimes move dates, so check each movie's page for the latest information.