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The holiday season often conjures images of joy and warmth, but for those seeking a spine-chilling twist, Christmas horror movies offer a unique blend of festive cheer and fright. From classic slashers to supernatural thrillers, here’s a curated list of 25 Christmas horror films that bring a dark edge to the yuletide season.
1. Black Christmas (1974)
A group of sorority sisters are terrorized by anonymous, threatening phone calls during the holiday season. This film is considered a pioneer in the slasher genre.
2. Gremlins (1984)
A young man inadvertently unleashes a horde of mischievous creatures on Christmas Eve, leading to chaotic and deadly consequences.
3. Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984)
After witnessing his parents’ murder by a man dressed as Santa, a young boy grows up to become a killer donning a Santa suit.
4. Krampus (2015)
A dysfunctional family inadvertently summons the wrath of Krampus, a demonic force of ancient European folklore, who punishes non-believers during Christmas.
5. Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010)
In Finland, an archaeological dig uncovers the real Santa Claus, who is far from the jolly figure of legend.
6. A Christmas Horror Story (2015)
Interwoven stories include a family inadvertently summoning Krampus, and Santa battling zombie elves.
7. Better Watch Out (2016)
A babysitter must protect a 12-year-old boy after a home invasion, but the night takes unexpected turns.
8. Anna and the Apocalypse (2017)
A zombie apocalypse threatens a small town at Christmas, and a group of high school friends must fight—and sing—to survive.
9. Silent Night (2012)
A small-town sheriff hunts a murderous Santa Claus who is terrorizing the community on Christmas Eve.
10. Jack Frost (1997)
A serial killer is transformed into a murderous snowman after a genetic accident, wreaking havoc during the holidays.
11. P2 (2007)
A businesswoman is trapped in a parking garage on Christmas Eve, stalked by a security guard.
12. Saint (2010)
A horror-comedy where a vengeful St. Nicholas kidnaps and murders children when there’s a full moon on December 5th.
13. The Lodge (2019)
A soon-to-be stepmother is snowed in with her fiancé’s two children at a remote holiday village, where strange occurrences unfold.
14. Wind Chill (2007)
Two college students share a ride home for the holidays but become stranded on a deserted stretch of road, haunted by the ghosts of those who died there.
15. Dead End (2003)
On Christmas Eve, a family takes a shortcut on a desolate road, leading them into a nightmarish journey.
16. The Children (2008)
A relaxing Christmas vacation turns into a terrifying fight for survival as the children begin to turn on their parents.
17. Red Christmas (2016)
A family’s Christmas gathering turns deadly when a mysterious stranger arrives with a sinister agenda.
18. Christmas Evil (1980)
A man obsessed with Christmas descends into madness and goes on a killing spree dressed as Santa.
19. To All a Goodnight (1980)
A group of students at a finishing school are stalked by a killer in a Santa Claus outfit during Christmas break.
20. Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2 (1987)
The younger brother of the original film’s killer embarks on his own murder spree, continuing the family’s legacy.
21. Elves (1989)
A young woman discovers that she and her friends are part of a Nazi experiment involving elves and a plot to create a race of supermen.
22. Don’t Open Till Christmas (1984)
A killer targets individuals dressed as Santa Claus in London, leading to a tense investigation.
23. Santa’s Slay (2005)
Santa Claus is revealed to be a demon who lost a bet with an angel, and after 1,000 years of playing nice, he reverts to his evil ways.
24. Better Watch Out (2016)
A babysitter must defend a 12-year-old boy from intruders, only to discover it’s far from a normal home invasion.
25. The Gingerdead Man (2005)
A killer’s soul is transferred into a gingerbread man, who then terrorizes a small-town bakery.
These films offer a thrilling departure from traditional holiday fare, blending the festive with the frightful for a unique viewing experience.
