Looking for a good streaming scream? Sometimes we want a horror movie, but sometimes we wanta lotof horror, and when you’re looking for those binge-watch thrills, there’s nothing better than a horror TV show to scratch the itch. Fortunately,Netflixhas a pretty impressive library of scary series, and we’ve got you covered with your streaming needs. Check out our list of the best horror shows on Netflix below.
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Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.
Editor’s Note: This post was last updated February 2025 to include Yellowjackets.
‘Yellowjackets’ (2021 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 97% | IMDb: 7.8/10
Yellowjackets
A thriller drama series created byAshley LyleandBart Nickerson,Yellowjacketsrevolves around a 1996 plane crash that left a girls’ high school soccer team stranded in the Canadian wilderness for 19 months. Following the characters in two time periods, 1996 and 2021, the series explores the lengths they went to in order to survive and the enduring cost of those actions in the present day. The show’s ensemble cast includesSophie Nélisse,Jasmin Savoy Brown,Sophie Thatcher,Melanie Lynskey,Tawny Cypress,Juliette Lewis,Christina Ricci, and more.
Yellowjacketsdebuted on Showtime in November 2021 and premiered itsthird seasonon August 20, 2025. The show has received universal acclaim, with praise from critics and viewers for its genre-bending mystery and compelling performances, especially by Lynskey and Ricci.Yellowjacketshas earned several accolades as well, including seven Primetime Emmy Award nominations for its first season and three for its second.
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‘Gyeongseong Creature’ (2023 - 2024)
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 7.3/10
Gyeongseong Creature
Written byKang Eun-kyung,Gyeongseong Creatureis a South Korean historical horror drama series set in 1945 during the occupation of Gyeongseong (the old name for Seoul) by Japanese forces. StarringPark Seo-joon,Han So-hee,Claudia Kim,Lee Moo-saeng, andBae Hyun-sung, the series’ first season was directed byJung Dong-yoonandRoh Young-sub, andSeason 2was directed byJo Yeong-min. The show explores horrific experiments conducted on civilians by the Japanese army and the rebels who rise up against them, all while a monstrous creature is born of the experiments.Gyeongseong Creaturepremiered on Netflix in December 2023, hitting Netflix’s Global Top 10 lists in multiple countries. The second season, released in September 2024, was the second most-watched series on Netflix’s global list of non-English TV titles. Critical reception to the show was also quite positive, with praise for its costumes and production. With a genre-bending story full of suspense and drama,Gyeonseong Creatureis a highly entertaining watch with a dark tone and high production value.
‘Evil’ (2019 - 2024)
Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 7.8/10
A gripping horror drama series created byRobert and Michelle King,Evilis a supernatural procedural blending mystery and psychological intrigue. The show starsKatja Herbers,Mike Colter, andAasif Mandvi, who portray three individuals from different backgrounds brought together to investigate possible paranormal occurrences for the Catholic Church.Evilhas had a great reception from critics and fans alike. The series’ three leads share excellent chemistry, delivering compelling performances that draw viewers further into the world. The show’s eerie, atmospheric cinematography and dark sense of humor elevate the series, and it’s all tied together with smart writing that balances chilling horrors with emotional depth. It’s often been called one of the best shows ever made in its genre. Originally airing on CBS during its first season,Evilfound a new home on Paramount+ starting with Season 2.
‘Glitch’ (2015 - 2019)
Rotten Tomatoes: 80% | IMDb: 7.2/10
Australian supernatural mystery seriesGlitchfollows James Hayes (Patrick Brammall), a cop in the small town of Yoorana, Victoria, who finds that half a dozen people have returned from the dead with no memory of who they are or why they were resurrected. The three-season story unfolds as the residents of Yoorana deal with the implications and uncertainty of the Risen as some are reunited with loved ones while others are thrust into a time period far from their own.Glitchlives in the sci-fi and supernatural subgenre occupied by similar shows likeThe 4400andManifestbut manages to carve out its own unique take on the premise. -Tauri MillerWatch on Netflix
‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ (2023)
Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 7.9/10
The Fall of the House of Usher
Created byMike Flanaganand based on short stories byEdgar Allan Poe,The Fall of the House of Usherrevolves around the deaths of a brutal pharmaceutical company’s CEO’s children. Gothic in style and tone, the cast, which includes the likes ofWilla Fitzgerald,Carla Gugino,Kate Siegel, andMark Hamill, is working at top speed, with the stylized script realized in its full potential by the talented ensemble. Frightening but aesthetically delightful,The Fall of the House of Usheris not just a breath of fresh air but also a touching ode to one of gothic horror’s best writers. -Jake Hodges
‘Midnight Mass’ (2021)
Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 7.7/10
Midnight Mass
Mike Flanagan’s third Netflix miniseries,Midnight Mass,follows a small community on Crockett Island as a supernatural presence takes root in the town. Strange things start happening after the young priest, Father Paul (Hamish Linklater) replaces Crockett’s pastor – dead cats are found along the beach, people disappear, and the ill and injured are miraculously healed. Some believe it to be divine intervention, but others see more sinister forces at play. Like its predecessors,The Haunting of Hill HouseandThe Haunting of Bly Manor,Midnight Massis a haunting yet beautiful look at humanity through the lens of the horror genre. Flanagan balances the spooky and the spiritual effectively, producing equal moments of terror and revelation for the people of Crockett. They not only have to face a mysterious, potentially demonic force, they have to address their inner demons as well. –Brynna Arens
‘The Girl in the Mirror’ (2022)
IMDb: 6/3/10
The Girl in the Mirror
The Girl in the Mirroris an intriguing mystery wrapped up in a thrilling horror plot. Created bySergio G. Sánchez,The Girl in the Mirrorfollows a teenager named Alma (Mireia Oriol), one of the few survivors of a horrific bus accident that leaves her with amnesia. Over the course of the nine-episode first season,The Girl in the Mirrorunravels as Alma attempts to regain her memories, face the trauma of the accident, and forge ahead through inexplicable visions and terrifying nightmares. Merging mystery, teen drama, and horror tropes,The Girl in the Mirroris a captivating binge.– Yael Tygiel
‘Ares’ (2020)
IMDb: 5.7/ 10
Created byPieter Kuijpers,Iris Otten, andSander van Meurs,AresstarsJade Olieberg,Tobias Kersloot, andLisa Smit. Set at an elite college in Amsterdam,Aresis more complex than traditional horror-themed dramas, as it utilizes abuse and sexual assault as a means of suspense and storytelling. With graphic visuals and an intriguing plot,Aresexplores the dark depths of a horrifying secret society with exclusive members and a mysterious history. Blending themes of classism and loyalty with dramatic twists inspired by a very real student fraternity,Aresis a scary spectacle worth viewing.– Yael Tygiel
‘Wednesday’ (2022 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 73% | IMDb: 8.1/10
Wednesday follows the journey of Wednesday Addams as she attends Nevermore Academy, a boarding school for outcasts. Tasked with mastering her psychic abilities, she confronts a series of town murders and a haunting family mystery from 25 years ago, all while managing new social dynamics.
Continuing the macabre traditions ofThe Addams Family,WednesdaystarsJenna Ortega(Scream) as the titular character, eldest daughter of Gomez (Luis Guzmán) and Morticia (Catherine Zeta-Jones) Addams, who finds herself sentenced to attending private school at a place called Nevermore Academy.Wednesday’s dry humor and spooky antics provide stability through the series, inspired by the beloved character previously embodied byChristina Ricci(Yellowjackets). With a kookie coming-of-age narrative woven through the small-town mystery,Wednesdayis a supernatural comedy similar toChilling Adventures of Sabrinaaimed at a younger morbid audience.– Yael Tygiel
‘Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story’ (2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 57% | IMDb: 7.9/10
Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story
Evan Peters(X-Men: Days of Future Past) stars inDahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, a controversial exploration of the horrific serial killer. Reuniting Peters withRyan Murphy(American Crime Story) andIan Brennan,the limited series also features critically acclaimed performances from supporting stars likeMolly Ringwaldand the captivatingNiecy Nash(The Rookie: Feds). Even acknowledging the abundance of talent inDahmer, Murphy and Brennan’s triggering retelling takes quite a heap of dramatic license in their attempt to salaciously explore the tragic killing spree.Dahmeris not intended for the faint of heart.– Yael Tygiel
