The 1970s was a great decade for horror. For a long time, the film industry had been governed by the so-called Hays Code, a system of censorship in place that controlled what could be shown on screen.

All the best horror movies ever made are in this list, from all-time classics like The Exorcist to one of the best horror movies of 2025. If you're looking for a scary experience, you are in the right ...