Best Horror Movies Hollywood - Top 10 2023 (So Far)

1. Huesera: The Bone Woman

"Huesera: The Bone Woman" is a supernatural body horror film released in 2022. Directed and co-written by Michelle Garza Cervera in her feature film directorial debut, The film follows the story of Valeria (played by Natalia Solián), a pregnant woman who is threatened by occult forces. The movie also features Alfonso Dosal, Mayra Batalla, Mercedes Hernández, Sonia Couoh, and Aida Lopez in supporting roles. The world premiere of "Huesera: The Bone Woman" took place on June 9, 2022, at the Tribeca Festival, where it won the Best New Narrative Director and Nora Ephron awards.

2. Attachment 

"Attachment" is a horror romance film about Maja, a Danish actress who has fallen out of the limelight, and Leah, a young Jewish academic from London. When Leah experiences a mysterious seizure, Maja decides to accompany her back to London, where she meets Leah's mother, Chana. Despite Maja's attempts to bond with Chana, the latter remains distant and guarded, leading Maja to suspect that Chana is keeping dark secrets. As strange occurrences begin to take place in the building, Maja's suspicions grow stronger. The film stars Josephine Park, Ellie Kendrick, Sofie Gråbøl, and David Dencik, and is written and directed by Gabriel Bier Gislason. It is produced by Ida Bräuner and Thomas Heinesen, with Henrik Zein serving as the executive producer. The film features music by Johan Carøe and cinematography by Valdemar Winge Leisner. "Attachment" premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 12, 2022, and is set for release on AMC+/Shudder on February 8, 2023.

3. M3GAN 

Gerard Johnstone directs "M3GAN" (pronounced "Megan"), a 2022 American science fiction horror film. The screenplay is written by Akela Cooper and based on a story by Cooper and James Wan, who also serves as a producer alongside Jason Blum. The cast features Allison Williams and Violet McGraw, with Amie Donald playing the role of the eponymous artificially intelligent doll and Jenna Davis providing the character's voice. The story centers on M3GAN, who gains self-awareness and becomes hostile towards anyone who threatens her relationship with her human companion."M3GAN" had its premiere in Los Angeles on December 7, 2022, and was later released in theaters across the United States on January 6, 2023, distributed by Universal Pictures. The film has been a huge commercial and critical success, grossing over $176 million worldwide, surpassing its $12 million budget. Critics praised the film's blend of horror and humor, satirical elements, and performances. A sequel titled "M3GAN 2.0" is scheduled to release on January 17, 2025, with Williams and McGraw reprising their roles, and Cooper returning to write the script. The director of the first installment, Gerard Johnstone, is in talks to return to the director's chair.

4. Infinity Pool 

"Infinity Pool" is a science fiction horror film set to release in 2023, written and directed by Brandon Cronenberg. The film stars Alexander Skarsgård, Mia Goth, and Cleopatra Coleman, and follows a struggling writer and his wife on a vacation where they uncover the country's dark culture after an accident. Cronenberg began developing the project in 2019, but production was delayed until 2021. Most of the cast joined the project that year, and filming was primarily done in Šibenik, Croatia. The movie "Infinity Pool" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2023, and was later released in Canada on January 27, 2023, by Elevation Pictures. The film received positive reviews from critics, with praise for its atmosphere and Cronenberg's direction, but some criticism was leveled against its plot and storyline.

5. Sick

John Hyams directed Sick, a 2022 American slasher film with a screenplay by Kevin Williamson and Katelyn Crabb. Gideon Adlon, Beth Million, and Dylan Sprayberry star in the movie. Miramax announced the film's development in May 2021, with Williamson and Crabb attached to write, Hyams to direct, and Adlon to star. Principal photography occurred in the summer of 2021 in and around Weber County, Utah. Sick premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 11, 2022, and Peacock released it on January 13, 2023. Sick received an 86% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 58 critics' reviews, with an average score of 7/10. According to Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, the film scored 62 out of 100 based on 14 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews."

6. Scream VI

Scream VI is a 2023 American slasher film and the sixth installment in the Scream film series. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. It was written by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick and features Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Jenna Ortega, Hayden Panettiere, and Courteney Cox, who all reprise their roles from the previous installments. The film also stars Jack Champion, Henry Czerny, Liana Liberato, Dermot Mulroney, Devyn Nekoda, Tony Revolori, Josh Segarra, and Samara Weaving. Set in New York City, the plot revolves around a new Ghostface killer who targets the survivors of the "Woodsboro legacy attacks."Following the success of Scream (2022), the announcement of a sixth installment was made, with much of the cast signing on to reprise their roles. The movie was filmed in Montreal, Canada, from June to August 2022. As with previous films in the series, Scream VI blends slasher violence with black comedy and a mystery, satirizing film franchises and subverting audience expectations. Neve Campbell did not return to play Sidney Prescott due to an inadequate offer, making it the first Scream movie without her. Scream VI premiered at the AMC Lincoln Square Theater in Manhattan on March 6, 2023, and was released in theaters in the United States on March 10 by Paramount Pictures. Critics generally gave the film positive reviews, praising the skills and performances. The movie has grossed $140 million worldwide.

7. The Offering 

Oliver Park directs The Offering, a 2023 horror-thriller movie with a screenplay by Hank Hoffman based on the Jewish folktale of Abyzou. It features Nick Blood, Emily Wiseman, Allan Corduner, Paul Kaye, Daniel Ben Zenou, and Jodie Jacobs in the cast. The story revolves around a family in a Hasidic community facing a demon that preys on their unresolved trauma. The film's production began on January 25, 2021, under the working title Abyzou at Nu Boyana Film Studios in Bulgaria amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, with the production crew adhering to strict safety measures such as mask-wearing and regular COVID tests and temperature checks. The Offering was released on January 13, 2023, by Decal.

8. They Wait in the Dark 

Amy, a young woman, and her adopted son Adrian are trying to escape from Amy's abusive ex-girlfriend, Judith. As their past catches up with them, they must confront the danger that surrounds them from both external and internal forces. To avoid being discovered, they seek refuge in an abandoned farmhouse located in Amy's hometown in Kansas. However, Adrian soon experiences a supernatural presence from Amy's dark history. Meanwhile, Judith is hot on their heels, leading to a confrontation between external and internal threats. They Wait in the Dark is a 2023 horror movie written and directed by Patrick Rea, and it will be released on February 7th, 2023.

9. Murder, Anyone?

“Murder, Anyone,” a new horror comedy concept film about manifestation, directed by James Cullen Bressack and based on a play by his late father, Emmy award winner Gordon Bressack, was digitally released on February 7, 2023, through Uncork’d Entertainment. The film stars a cast of talented actors, including Kristos Andrews, Galadriel Stineman, Maurice LaMarche, Spencer Breslin, Tyler Christopher, and Sally Kirkland, and is produced by Gregori J. Martin of “The Bay.” In the film, two playwrights, George and Charlie, played by Maurice LaMarche and Charles M. Howell, respectively, struggle to create the next avant-garde thriller as their own emotions and arguments begin to manifest on film. According to Keith Leopard, the President of Uncork’d Entertainment, James Bressack has brought the play to the screen in brilliant, beautiful fashion, creating not just a unique horror-comedy, but also a love letter to the talented Gordon Bressack.

10. Swallowed

Carter Smith's independent horror film, Swallowed, hit the screens in 2022. The movie features Cooper Koch, Jose Colon, Jena Malone, and Mark Patton in lead roles. The storyline revolves around two friends who end up swallowing drug-filled sacs on their last night out, leading to disastrous consequences. The film debuted at the 2022 Fantasia International Film Festival and released in the US on February 14, 2023. Critics had mixed opinions about the film, with some praising it and others criticizing it.

Which is the Best Horror Movie in Hollywood 2023?

In her feature film directorial debut, Michelle Garza Cervera directs and co-writes the 2022 supernatural body horror film "Huesera: The Bone Woman". The movie had its world premiere in New York as part of the "Midnight" section of the Tribeca Festival on June 9, 2022. XYZ Films is set to release the film theatrically in North America on February 10, 2023, followed by its release on the VOD platform Shudder on February 16, 2023. Although the body horror in "Huesera" is spine-chilling, the movie's ending may leave some viewers puzzled. This is because Cervera's debut feature is a complex allegory of motherhood, pregnancy, and the expectations that society has for women. Despite this, the film's powerful message ties in well with the mind-boggling ending. "Huesera: The Bone Woman" stars Natalia Solián, Alfonso Dosal, and Mayra Batalla and is now available for streaming.