6 best horror movies you slept on in 2024 and need to watch ASAP

Samara Weaving as Azrael in Azrael
Samara Weaving as Azrael in Azrael / IFC Films
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In the world of horror, 2024 was a banner year, with blockbuster hits dominating the headlines and box office. This made it easy to overlook some true gems. We're talking about new horror films that were released this year and then slipped quietly into the shadows.

Unfortunately, they got lost in the noise of bigger releases, but trust us, they’re worth your attention. With there being so much horror content this year, I'm sure you probably let some high-profile horror hits slip through the cracks as well.

No worries! We shared a list below of some of the best horror movies of this year that you absolutely need to watch. I'm telling you, these films are too good to miss!

Apartment 7A

Apartment 7A is a prequel to the psychological horror flick Rosemary's Baby (1968). It's set in 1960s New York and centers around a young dancer named Terry Gionoffrio who, after sustaining a career-ending injury, is taken in by a wealthy couple in the infamous luxury apartment building, the Bramford. As she begins to recover and receives a promising opportunity to revive her career, her dreams start to come true. But her life takes a dark turn when she begins to uncover disturbing secrets about the apartment building and its residents.

Azrael

In this survival horror film that takes place in a post-apocalyptic world, we follow a young woman named Azrael who is on the run from a mute, mysterious cult that once had her captured. She is eventually recaptured again, but this time, she will be sacrificed to appease an evil force lurking deep in the wilderness. Fueled by her will to live, Azrael battles against insurmountable odds in her quest for freedom.

The Substance

In this gut-wrenching body horror flick, we follow a fading celebrity named Elisabeth Sparkle, who, after being fired from her aerobics show due to her age, decides to take a black-market drug that promises to create a younger, more ideal version of herself. But there are strict rules for taking this drug, and if they're not followed, there will be severe consequences. Elisabeth learns this firsthand, and the consequences are not pretty.

Hold Your Breath

Set in 1930s Oklahoma, amid the devastating dust storms that ravage the region, a young mother becomes convinced that a malevolent force is endangering her family.

Your Monster

Your Monster stars Melissa Barrera as Laura Franco, a young actress grappling with a cancer diagnosis. While recovering from surgery in the hospital, her longtime boyfriend breaks up with her, and she's left heartbroken. Amidst these overwhelming life changes, she encounters a terrifying yet strangely charming monster living in her closet. They form an unexpected connection, and the monster helps her rediscover her voice.

The Devil's Bath

In 1750 Austria, Agnes, a devout woman, marries her loved one but soon finds herself burdened by an endless list of chores and societal expectations. As days pass, she becomes consumed by dark thoughts. Eventually, the prospect of committing a shocking act of violence appears to be the only escape from her internal torment.

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