5 chilling horror movies you must watch on Hulu tonight

Georgina Campbell as Tess in Barbarian
Georgina Campbell as Tess in Barbarian | 20th Century Studios

It's finally the weekend, and you know what that means. It's time to kick back, relax, and watch some terrifyingly good horror movies! Luckily, Hulu has a killer selection of horror films that will keep you on the edge of your seat all night long.

But let’s be honest, scrolling endlessly to find the perfect movie can be a hassle. That's why you have us at 1428 Elm to help you out. We've already done the hard work for you and rounded up some of the best horror movies currently streaming on Hulu. All you need to do is continue reading to find out what they are, and then let the horror marathon begin!

Georgina Campbell as Tess in Barbarian
Georgina Campbell as Tess in Barbarian | 20th Century Studios

Barbarian (2022)

  • Director and writer: Zach Cregger
  • Cast: Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, Justin Long

Barbarian is the kind of film that starts off leading you in one direction, only to take an unexpected and completely wild turn. Just when you think you know where the story is headed, it flips the script, delivering shocking twists and unsettling horror. This is the type of movie that you're looking for if you're craving a horror flick that keeps you guessing and constantly on edge. You won't be disappointed with this one.

After booking a rental house in Detroit, Tess arrives at the home to find it has been mistakenly double-booked, and a mysterious man named Keith is already staying there. Despite her initial reservations, Tess decides to stay the night. However, it doesn’t take long before she realizes that something far more sinister is hiding within the house’s depths.

Xenomorph in Alien: Romulus
Xenomorph in Alien: Romulus | 20th Century Studios

Alien: Romulus (2024)

  • Director: Fede Álvarez
  • Writers: Fede Álvarez and Rodo Sayagues
  • Cast: Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn, Aileen Wu

After seven years, a new installment in the Alien franchise was finally released. It's the sci-fi horror flick Alien: Romulus, and not only was this movie a box-office success, but it also managed to secure an Oscar nomination for Best Visual Effects. While searching through an abandoned space station, a group of space colonists stumbles upon an alien species that has been lying dormant for years. As they try to escape, they quickly realize the creatures are far more deadly than anything they’ve ever encountered.

Birth/Rebirth Production Still
Birth/Rebirth Production Still | Shudder

Birth/Rebirth (2023)

  • Director: Laura Moss
  • Writers: Laura Moss and Brendan J. O'Brien
  • Cast: Marin Ireland, Judy Reyes, A.J. Lister, Breeda Wool, LaChanze

After a morgue technician successfully brings a little girl back to life through her risky experiment, she and the girl's mother are soon forced to confront the horrifying consequences of their actions, as they have manipulated the boundaries of life and death. If you're looking for a movie with a twist on the classic resurrection story, Birth/Rebirth is a must-watch.

When Evil Lurks Production Still
When Evil Lurks Production Still | Shudder

When Evil Lurks (2023)

  • Director and writer: Demián Rugna
  • Cast: Ezequiel Rodríguez, Demián Salomon, Luis Ziembrowski, Silvia Sabater, Marcelo Michinaux

When Evil Lurks was hands down one of the best horror movies to be released in 2023. It delivers an intense and terrifying experience, and you'll be hooked from start to finish. If you're a fan of psychological and supernatural horror, I promise this movie will not disappoint.

When two brothers take matters into their own hands and try to deal with a demon-infected man on their own, their reckless actions lead to a chain of terrifying events as the demon’s influence spreads rapidly through their small rural community.

Run (2020)

  • Director: Aneesh Chaganty
  • Writers: Aneesh Chaganty and Sev Ohanian
  • Cast: Sarah Paulson, Kiera Allen, Pat Healy, Tony Revolori

Sarah Paulson is a standout in the horror genre, consistently delivering powerful performances. A prime example of her talent is the psychological horror thriller Run, where she plays a controlling mother whose dark secrets gradually come to light as her disabled daughter begins to suspect something is terribly wrong.

All five of these horror films are streaming on Hulu right now!