Ring in the New Year with a chilling twist! Here are five horror movies to stream this week, perfect for a cozy New Year's Eve celebration. Get ready to embrace the fresh starts and the scares that come with them.
Cronos - Criterion Channel, HBO Max
Guillermo del Toro's vampire tale takes center stage on New Year's Eve. Antique dealer Jesús Gris stumbles upon a 450-year-old scarab, leading to a transformation that's both fascinating and dangerous. Prepare for a thrilling ride as Gris' newfound thirst for blood creates chaos at a New Year's ball. Don't miss the chance to catch this gem on the big screen, too, for a truly immersive experience.The Signal - Fandango at Home, Hoopla, Kanopy, Prime Video, Roku Channel
A mysterious signal disrupts New Year's Eve celebrations, turning people into rage-fueled killers. This unique horror film is a three-part story, each directed by a different filmmaker, offering a blend of serious drama and black comedy. Follow Lewis, played by A.J. Bowen, as he tries to escape his infected self and the lead character, Mya, played by Anessa Ramsey, as she desperately runs from her husband's deadly transformation.The Substance - HBO Max
Coralie Fargeat's body horror masterpiece explores the concept of a 'new you' with a blood-soaked twist. Demi Moore stars as Elisabeth Sparkle, an aging starlet who risks everything to stay young. The pressure leads her to a secret treatment, but breaking the rules has dire consequences. Prepare for a wild ride as Fargeat's absurdist humor adds a layer of dark comedy to this chilling tale.V/H/S/99 - Hoopla, Kanopy, Pluto TV, Shudder
Get ready to party like it's 1999 with this found footage anthology! The fifth installment includes a New Year's Eve segment that reimagines the Y2K scare. Deadstream's 'To Hell and Back' is a mischievous descent into Hell, featuring Melanie Stone as Mabel. This segment is the perfect way to ring in the new year, and the rest of the anthology is filled with segments by renowned directors like Johannes Roberts and Maggie Levin.Y2K - HBO Max
Kyle Mooney's directorial debut is an irreverent comedy-horror that imagines the millennium bug's impact on our world. It's a nostalgic teen comedy with a twist, as tech turns deadly against humanity. The first half is a horror thrill ride, while the second half leans into comedy, featuring Fred Durst. This movie is perfect for those seeking a party vibe on New Year's Eve, blending horror and humor seamlessly.
Get ready to stream and scare! Which of these horror movies will you be watching this New Year's Eve?
