Little known fact: Spooky time is all the time when you're a horror fan! AMC's horror streaming service Shudder makes it easier than ever for both casual viewers and aficionados alike to find whatever their haunted hearts desire. Like all streamers, though, there is a lot of content to parse through. Some of it can be pretty rough — no judgment if that's your thing as we all need a trashy horror movie now and then — but Shudder also happens to be an absolute treasure trove of some of the best horror around. Both foreign and domestic films are given the opportunity to shine on the platform, making it well worth the $5.99 per month (or $56.99 annually) price tag.

Read on for some of the best movies on Shudder right now, and then when you're done here be sure to check out the Best 90s Horror Movies you can stream and the 31 Best Modern Horror Movies.

A Lonely Place To Die

Julian Gilbey mixes genre experiences in his survivalist thriller A Lonely Place to Die. Mountain climbers in the Scottish Highlands discover a kidnapped girl, and her nefarious captors pursue the rescue party through ravines and while rappelling downward. Then the action transfers to a local town that at least endangers characters on solid ground. Melissa George stars in this free-falling descent into criminal dangers, as Gilbey finds horror both in hunters shooting innocents and climbers dangling off rock faces while bastards sabotage their trek. As if the threat of plummeting to your death isn’t enough, weaponry and traps are added into the mix for the ultimate outdoorsy terror that utilizes the bleak isolation of Mother Nature to tremendous effects.

Demon Wind

Demon Wind is an unintentionally bad-good 90s horror masterpiece that tries to recreate Evil Dead but fails so miserably that it boomerangs back to being amazing. This movie has everything! Magicians who know karate, Lou Diamond Phillips dressed as a boil-covered demon, animal transformations — except there’s no wind, just fog? Demon Wind doesn’t understand pacing, character development, or most other technical merits of cinema, but sure does make for an endlessly entertaining stream for maybe-not-sober watch parties. It’s a futile film to explain as possessions, nude seductresses, and cloven-hoofed devils cycle through scenes at random, yet must be experienced by anyone who loves cheesy midnighters with extra cheese overflowing everywhere.

Detention

Detention is based on a Taiwanese video game that blends national traumas with hints of Silent Hill and international survival horror games like DreadOut. High school students find themselves under martial law in 1962 Taiwan, where reading certain books is enough to earn the death sentence. Horrors are a mixture of government oppression and ghastly deities who resemble The Crooked Man, living at the intersection of historical terrors and demonic symbolism. It’s a story that oozes fear based on Taiwan’s tragic past without sacrificing these searing glimpses of horror between monsters, hangings, and other ghoulish accents that exploit the genre’s frightening efficiencies. How dare an overseas period piece be spooky and informative!

Scare Me

Josh Ruben's debut spotlights the power behind a well-told story. Two writers in cabins seeking rejuvenated creative juices spend time during a power outage telling each other scary tales to prove who's the better wordsmith. Imaginations run wild when their descriptions come alive, as Ruben and co-star Aya Cash (and SNL's Chris Redd) entertain using nothing but emphatic campfire tactics to raise chills that are impressive in their simplicity. Werewolves won't appear when Ruben tells a werewolf story, for example — entertainment is in a storyteller's annunciation and presence, which all actors convey splendidly. It's a clever exercise that proves how horror starts with sentences and characters before any visual effects are turned gory or grotesque, making the most of lower budgets by telling of terror without the need to show.

Hounds Of Love

Ben Young’s directorial debut, Hounds of Love, is as vicious and brutal a debut film as you can find. The Australian serial killer thriller stars Emma Booth and Stephen Curry as predators who prey on young girls. Their latest target, played by Ashleigh Cummings, is drugged and abducted as a prelude to gut-churning horrors that range from perverse fetishes to real-world sadism. Hounds of Love is a hard true(ish) crime pill to swallow — producers confirm Young’s criminals mix inspiration from a host of Australian and international murder sprees but nothing specific — which plays at romantic and abusive traumas. Booth and Currey are too charismatic; Cummings is a fierce and combative victim. It’s the darkest brand of horror tale, rooted in earthly evils but too accomplished by filmmaking standards. For those who listen to true crime podcasts like their daily treats, Hounds of Love is a must-see.

Black Roses

Black Roses falls under the “80s midnighter” umbrella for its cheesy rock ‘n roller themes and demonic costumes. It’s for those who enjoy films like Deathgasm, Rock ‘N’ Roll Nightmare, and Trick ‘R Treat (the heavy metal horror one). Bands of the era like Lizzy Borden and King Kobra lend their talents to a possessed band that turns suburban teens against their parents, resulting in unexplainable deaths. You’ll witness leather-clad monsters on stage who hypnotize their adoring crowd and record players that come alive, eating their prey. There’s nothing serious about Black Roses, so expect more comedy than tragedy — but it’s a definitive relic for headbanger horror fans. One that’s been especially hard to find, which makes its availability on Shudder all the more critical.

The Day Of The Beast

Álex de la Iglesia is such a prolific filmmaker, but stateside audiences might not know that since most of his work is Spanish. The Day of the Beast is a proper introduction to the madness he summons because none of his films choose safer roads. Take The Day of the Beast, a Christmas horror flick about a metalhead, a Catholic priest sinning as much as he can, and an Italian occult celebrity — a trio who must stop the antichrist’s birth. Iglesia’s morbid humor leads to these chaotic, off-the-wall, highly imaginative tales that blend multiple genres. The Day of the Beast is satanic horror, a buddy comedy, and so much more. A new Christmas tradition in the making!

Satan’s Slaves

I will never shut up about Joko Anwar's scare-machine, Satan's Slaves. The way we talk about James Wan's mastery of haunted house architecture could fit Anwar's stylistic darkness as well. I don't scare as easily anymore, given how many horror flicks I watch per year, but Satan's Slaves is one of those rare instances where I felt like a 7-year-old watching A Nightmare On Elm Street. It's steeped in unnerving paranormal activity that feels fresher from an international perspective, finding the perfect balance between cultural significance and nightmare camera tricks. Indonesian horror has been on fire these last however many years — Satan's Slaves is one of the best examples.

Monstrum

Who can say no to a horror movie where a plague is the least of everyone’s worries? A sickness is ravaging Joseon, but rumors of a monster run rampant further threaten King Jungjong's kingdom. Things are never really what they seem with monarchs, though. While some critics called Monstrum predictable, this one’s kind of more about the journey than the destination. The action sequences are a joy, the creature effects are fun, and there may or may not be a monster nicknamed “Sparkles.”

Z

Imaginations can be killer. Brandon Christensen’s spooky nightmare, called simply Z, plays into the familiar trope of a child’s murderous imaginary friend. The plot may be recognizable here, but the visuals are enough to keep you haunted. Lead actress Keegan Connor Tracy really loses herself in her role — literally. She’s gone on record saying that Z "was such a huge emotional journey for me and I had to sort of sequester myself a lot to stay in that woman’s mental and emotional space."

Blood Quantum

We love a sociopolitical horror joint! Fresh takes on the zombie genre are hard, a fact that becomes even truer when a film diverts from the horror-comedy angle and plays it straight. Still, Blood Quantum pulls it off. A play on controversial Blood Quantum Laws, we learn six months into the apocalypse that members of the Red Crow Reservation and all those with Native blood cannot be infected by the “Zeds” while the rest of the world is fair game. Though no more plot details will be offered here, it feels important to note that Stonehorse Lone Goeman’s Gisigu is an icon and the film is worth checking out for his performance alone.

The Cleansing Hour

The Cleansing Hour is perfect introductory horror. You’ve heard of televangelists, but have you ever heard of tele-exorcists? We follow a pretend preacher as he and his crew stage fake exorcisms for views on their tacky set. At least we do until the possession stops being fake and Max — the hot preacher — is forced to reckon with his past sins if he wants to save his fiancée. It’s a little predictable, and some of the performances are a little shaky, but the practical effects are strong and Alix Angelis carries everyone across the finish line with her impeccable acting.

Train to Busan

MCU fans will recognize Eternals’ Ma Dong-seok (Gilgamesh) in one of South Korea’s best horror flicks. (Which is a feat, for those familiar with South Korean cinema!) Picture this: You’re aboard a high-speed train at the beginning of the zombie apocalypse. Chaos overtakes the outside world, but you think, just for a moment, that you’re safe for the time being. You think this, of course, because you missed the sick woman shambling on the train. What comes next may be what you expect, but the way it all unfolds is what makes Train to Busan an all-timer.

One Cut of the Dead

There are good movies, there are bad movies, a lot of just ok movies, and then there are special movies. One Cut of the Dead is in that last category. Usually when you hear “stick with it past the first 30 minutes,” you assume that the first third of the movie is rough. In One Cut’s case, you simply don’t know what’s going on (in a good way) until those early 30 minutes wrap up. A “love letter” can feel like a cliche, but that’s exactly what kind of film One Cut of the Dead manages to be. Telling you who that love letter is addressed to heads into spoiler territory, but trust that this one is remarkable and give it a shot.

Psycho Goreman

If you’re looking for a “hot nonsense” kind of film to meet your viewing needs, Psycho Goreman is just that. This silly, vulgar, and sometimes touching flick became one of those instant cult classics for a multitude of reasons. The real question is, which aspect of it will be the one that wins you over? Will it be Nita-Josee Hanna’s hilarious performance as Mimi, the hunky boys, or PG inexplicably dressed as Dr. Alan Grant? Psycho Goreman is loads of fun for the whole family (swears and all), especially for those who gravitate towards practical effects.

The Medium

When you watch a lot of horror, getting creeped out can become a tall order. The Medium fits that bill and then some. It shifts from haunting to utterly terrifying with ease, and features an incredible performance from Narilya Gulmongkolpech as Mink. Found footage isn’t for everyone, but rest assured that any shaky camera work is used solely to enhance the story rather than to simply jar the audience. (And note that the film has no relation to the game.)

Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror

We see “essential viewing” thrown around all willy nilly a lot these days. That acknowledgment aside, Horror Noire is absolutely essential viewing. Based on Horror Noire: Blacks in American Horror Films from the 1890s to Present by Dr. Robin R. Means Coleman, the documentary explores the Black history of horror. Featuring legends from Tony Todd to Jordan Peele and focusing on everything from The Birth of a Nation to blaxploitation to contemporary hits like Get Out, Horror Noire seeks to highlight both the sins and successes of Black representation in horror. The doc is also being followed up by an anthology series that premiered on October 29th on Shudder.

Tigers Are Not Afraid

Fantasy and stone-cold realism typically mix like oil and vinegar, but that’s the magic of Tigers Are Not Afraid. The award-winning film is unforgettable. A small group of children’s stories intertwine as the Mexican Drug War ravages their town and, in the process, they all find themselves met with challenges beyond their years. Those hurdles are coupled with impeccable performances and emotional traumas that will leave most viewers breathless.

What are your favorite horror movies on Shudder? Let's discuss in the comments!

Remember Amy Hennig's big AAA, story-driven project with Skydance Media announced back in 2019? Good news: it's a Marvel game.

Skydance announced the collaboration with Marvel Entertainment today, though it's not ready to reveal further details about which Marvel characters might be involved in their endeavor. All we know is that it is being marketed as a "narrative-driven, blockbuster action-adventure game" and "a completely original story and take on the Marvel Universe."

“I can’t imagine a better partner than Marvel for our first game,” said Hennig. “The Marvel Universe epitomizes all the action, mystery and thrills of the pulp adventure genre that I adore and lends itself perfectly to an interactive experience. It’s an honor to be able to tell an original story with all the humanity, complexity, and humor that makes Marvel characters so enduring and to enable our players to embody these heroes that they love.”

Hennig's partnership with Skydance has been running for a few years now, working alongside EA veteran and executive producer Julian Beak to kick off a brand new interactive division for the company. Skydance has historically been a movie production company responsible for films such as the Mission: Impossible franchise, Star Trek, Top Gun: Maverick, and Terminator: Dark Fate. But it's also had one relatively successful video game launch with VR title The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners.

Skydance's new division is in experienced hands with Hennig, who is best known as writer and director of the Uncharted games at Naughty Dog and for her work on other franchises like Jak and Daxter, Legacy of Kain with Crystal Dynamics, and others. She departed Naughty Dog in 2014 to work on a Star Wars project at Visceral Games until the studio was closed in 2017.

Beak, meanwhile, brings their own impressive resume with credits at Disney Interactive, Radical Entertainment, United Front Games, and six years at EA working on franchises like Battlefield and Need for Speed. He worked alongside Hennig on Visceral's canceled Star Wars project.

Both Hennig and Beak are joined by a team that, per Skydance, includes developers with decades of AAA experience in action and adventure games, alongside a diverse team of consultants from across film, TV, and comics.

Rebekah Valentine is a news reporter for IGN. You can find her on Twitter @duckvalentine.

The developers of Halo Infinite have discussed their “love-hate relationship” with the Brute that started the Craig meme. While the subject of ridicule, the character model ultimately granted the team at 343 Industries more time to bring Halo Infinite up to a better level of quality.

“While it was fun to see the community gravitate towards Craig, he unfortunately represented some content and systems that were not ready for prime time in that demo,” said Steve Dyck, Character & Combat Director on Halo Infinite, in a new Halo Insider post. “The positive outcome of Craig was that he was one of the factors in gaining some more time to finish work and get Brutes to a place where the team is happy with them. This is one of the many positive examples of 343 working with and aligning with the Halo community around expectations. Players who look hard enough will still be able to find some evidence of Craig in Halo Infinite, his spirit lives on!”

'Craig' is the name given by the community to a Brute that featured in Halo Infinite's first campaign reveal, which was the subject of ridicule and blowback due to the quality of the graphics, among other things.

While discussing the character designs of Halo Infinite, Dyck also noted that the team is looking back to the Bungie Halo games to influence its art direction. “In terms of which part of the legacy we looked to for inspiration, we settled most around the Halo 3 / Halo: Reach timeframe,” he explained.

“We wanted to get back to the legacy designs that made Halo characters iconic,” added Character Art Lead, Bryan Repka. “I will use the Elites as an example – in Halo 4 and Halo 5 the Elites were big and bulky. We ended up scaling them down a bit and giving them more of a sleek look.”

While Halo Infinite is looking to the past in the name of being a “spiritual reboot”, it also has several new enemy ideas of its own. One of those is the Skimmer, a new Covenant troop.

“One of the new enemies we just revealed in the Campaign Overview is the Skimmer,” said Dyck. “They are a mid-tier combatant, sort of on the level with the Jackals and higher tier Grunts. They aren’t full flying enemies but have hover packs to allow them to move around quickly and provide unique challenges and opportunities to the player while on foot or in a vehicle.”

The post also provided a little extra detail on the Spartan Killers, a group of Banished members who are equipped to hunt down Spartans. One can be seen in the Campaign Overview trailer – Jega 'Rdomnai – but they are just one of many.

“Each Spartan killer is unique and has its own story and battle trophies,” promised Repka.

For more on Halo Infinite, check out The Banished Rise trailer, Master Chief's new AI companion and outpost opportunities, and how Ray Tracing will be a priority for the PC version… after launch, at least.

Matt Purslow is IGN's UK News and Entertainment Writer.

Jon Hamm is set to voice the lead character in a new animated detective series from Fox called Grimsburg.

As reported by Deadline, the series is set to launch in 2023. The Mad Men and Baby Driver star will play Detective Marvin Flute in the show, which marks the first pilot pickup and series order from writers Catlan McClelland and Matthew Schlissel.

Accompanying the announcement of his role in the show, Hamm spoke further in a press release about what the role means to him. “I am very excited to be involved in the Fox animation universe — a universe I have been actively watching since the early ’90s,” he said. “The opportunity to get to bring a project like Grimsburg to life that is so particular and unique, and to work with its incredibly imaginative and hilarious creators, is one I can’t wait to get started with.”

As well as starring as the show's lead, Hamm will also act as one of the show's executive producers alongside McClelland and Schlissel. Other executive producers on the show also include Chadd Gindin (The Cleveland Show), Connie Tavel (Judging Amy), Hend Baghdady, and the Jackal Group's Gail Berman.

While Grimsburg certainly presents a new opportunity for Hamm, the actor has plenty of experience to bring to the table when it comes to voicing characters in the past. Previously, Hamm has provided voice work in films such as Shrek Forever After (2010) and Minions (2015). The actor also worked as The Narrator on the FX series Legion (2018) and has made appearances in other similar animated series including Family Guy, American Dad, The Simpsons, and Bob's Burgers.

When the show does eventually air, it will follow the life of Detective Marvin Flute as he returns to the town of Grimsburg in the hopes of redeeming himself with his ex-wife. As part of a statement, President of Entertainment at Fox Michael Thorn described Hamm's character as "deeply troubled" with "very eclectic taste and opinions". Elsewhere in the statement, Thorne praised the show itself, saying that "Grimsburg's wildly funny, bizarre and inventive take on the crime genre makes it the perfect next-generation Fox comedy."

In other related news, Hamm recently played the role of Iron Man in Marvel's M.O.D.O.K. To find out more about the adult-animated show, make sure to check out our review.

Jared Moore is a freelance writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter.

Attack the Block director Joe Cornish has said that he hopes the sequel will go into production in 2022.

Talking to comedian Richard Herring on episode 351 of his Leicester Square Theatre Podcast, Cornish said “We’re gonna make it – I hope – next year.”

The topic came up after an audience member asked about what was happening with Attack the Block. Cornish offered no further details.

Earlier this year, it was announced that Cornish and Boyega were reuniting for Attack the Block 2. Cornish will once again write and direct, and Boyega will also produce this time alongside reprising his role as Moses.

Attack the Block is a brilliantly fun B-movie treat, effortlessly combining sci-fi, horror, and British working class stories together. It was highly praised in our review back in 2011. Starring a young John Boyega in the leading role, it’s also a showcase of Jodie Whitaker and Nick Frost’s talents.

For more fun horror, check out the best 90s horror movies you can stream right now. And if it’s fun sci-fi that floats your boat, then the trailer for upcoming Pixar film Lightyear might get you hyped.

Matt Purslow is IGN's UK News and Entertainment Writer.