44 British and Irish Horror Films
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Twins of EvilMovie · 1971 · 87m · HorrorA quiet village is terrorized by unexplained deaths. Count Karstein's fascination with Satanism inadvertently brings Mircalla Karnstein back to life. As dark powers awaken, Mircalla introduces Karstein to vampirism, plunging the community into turmoil.
Gustav, a strict Puritan, leads his community in a hunt for the evil responsible. But their search becomes complicated when Gustav's own twin nieces are caught in a wave of witch hunts. Maria, an innocent, is threatened with execution due to Gustav’s determination. Meanwhile, her sister Frieda embraces a life of pleasure empowered by her new vampiric abilities.
This gothic story explores moral questions, family bonds, and the dangers of unwavering faith. As the characters confront sinister forces, they must re-evaluate their values and allegiances. Set in a suspenseful and unsettling atmosphere, the film examines the lengths people will go to fight evil and the devastating consequences it has on those caught in its grasp.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.8 - 2
Let Us PreyMovie · 2014 · 92m · Thriller, HorrorRookie officer Rachel starts her first night shift at a rundown police station in a remote Scottish town. The station houses a collection of lost souls – people who feel out of place and believe life will improve. They're mistaken. When a dangerous situation is about to unfold, chaos erupts.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 3
The Haunting of Borley RectoryMovie · 2019 · 91m · Horror, Drama, FantasyThis is a chilling story about Borley Rectory, once known as the most haunted house in England. For decades, strange things have happened within the manor in rural England, terrifying its inhabitants. The story follows investigations and encounters with ghosts, culminating in the mysterious fire that destroyed Borley Rectory on the eve of World War II. Combining historical details with suspense, the film explores the line between reality and the supernatural, leaving viewers wondering what truly happened there.IMDb 2.7TMDB 5.0 - 4
The RitualMovie · 2017 · 94m · Horror, MysteryCollege friends gather for a forest getaway, only to find themselves hunted by a sinister force within the woods.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 5
Cherry TreeMovie · 2015 · 85mFaith's life changes dramatically when she learns her father is dying. A new field hockey coach, Sissy Young, offers her kindness and support. Faith doesn't know Sissy leads a secret coven of witches who use a special cherry tree to revive the dying. Sissy proposes a deal: she'll cure Faith's father in exchange for a child. Faith agrees and soon discovers she's pregnant, with the baby developing rapidly. As the due date approaches, and Sissy’s plans for humanity become clearer, Faith and her father must work together to save their lives.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.0 - 6
HowlMovie · 2015 · 89m · HorrorA train's passengers are attacked by a creature and must unite to survive until sunrise.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5 - 7
The MoorMovie · 2024 · 120m · Horror, Mystery, DramaA woman named Claire is asked by the father of a friend who was killed to investigate a local moor. The father believes the moor is where his son is buried.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.7 - 8
UnholyMovie · 2015 · 85mPeter and Margaret Eastwood are thrilled to finally own their dream home, ready to begin their life together. However, the house harbors a growing sense of darkness and terror in every room.IMDb 3.8TMDB 6.0 - 9
28 Weeks LaterMovie · 2007 · 100m · Horror, Thriller, Science FictionTwenty-eight weeks after a deadly rage virus swept through the British Isles, the entire population is gone. Six months later, a group of Americans arrives, believing the danger has passed. They quickly discover the virus still exists, ready to strike again.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 10
A Room to Die ForMovie · 2017 · 84mA struggling young couple renting a room from an older couple in a London home soon discovers that everyone involved is hiding something.IMDb 3.6TMDB 4.6 - 11
ContainmentMovie · 2015 · 77m · Thriller, Horror, Science FictionA residential block is plunged into chaos when its residents discover their apartments have been inexplicably sealed. As panic rises, the neighbors must band together to uncover the reason behind this terrifying confinement. But as desperation grows, will cooperation prevail, or will their struggle for freedom tear the building – and themselves – apart?IMDb 4.9TMDB 6.0 - 12
The BorderlandsMovie · 2014 · 89m · HorrorA team of Vatican investigators travels to the British West Country to look into reports of paranormal occurrences, only to discover the situation is far more unsettling than they anticipated.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.5 - 13
Quatermass and the PitMovie · 1967 · 97m · Science Fiction, HorrorDiscovering an old object under a London subway station unexpectedly activates hidden powers, causing significant psychological effects on people who touch it. This story explores how ordinary people are changed by an inexplicable force that affects their thoughts and feelings. It's a psychological drama that questions what we know about the mind and reveals how easily our mental state can be affected by powerful ancient relics.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 14
The Seasoning HouseMovie · 2012 · 89m · HorrorThe Seasoning House is a place where young girls are forced into prostitution to serve the military. An orphaned, deaf-mute woman is enslaved there, tasked with caring for them. She navigates the house's hidden spaces, meticulously plotting her escape and a carefully planned, ruthless revenge.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 15
Curse of the Crimson AltarMovie · 1968 · 87m · Horror, MysteryRobert Manning's life changes when he learns his brother has disappeared from a remote country house in Greymarsh. He travels there to find out what happened, arriving at the unsettling estate. The people who live there appear welcoming, but local legends about Lavinia Morley, the infamous Black Witch of Greymarsh, create an ominous feeling.
As Robert investigates his brother's disappearance and the stories of the witch from centuries past, he feels a growing sense of unease. With help from his host and a connection with his charming niece, Robert tries to uncover the truth within the house, battling the dark history of Lavinia Morley. The story becomes a suspenseful thriller that keeps you guessing until the very end.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.2 - 16
28 Days LaterMovie · 2002 · 113m · Horror, Thriller, Science FictionA month after a deadly virus escapes from a British research lab, a handful of London survivors fight for their lives against the infected. The virus, spread by animals and people alike, transforms victims into violent killers, proving unstoppable.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 17
Spirit TrapMovie · 2005 · 91mFive students moving into a deserted mansion awaken a series of strange occurrences when an old clock starts working again. As the story unfolds, revealing each student's hidden past, the line between the living and the dead blurs. Can they escape the mansion, or will they become trapped there with the spirits?IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.1 - 18
Cockneys vs ZombiesMovie · 2012 · 88m · Action, Comedy, HorrorIn the East End of London, a group of Cockneys prepares to rescue an elderly relative and his friends from a retirement home. They find the residents trapped and battling a zombie outbreak during a full-scale zombie apocalypse.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.7 - 19
The Village in the WoodsMovie · 2021 · 82mA young couple struggling with poverty takes on a job to expose an inheritance scam. They soon discover they've stumbled into something far more dangerous and sinister than they anticipated.IMDb 4.1TMDB 5.0 - 20
Mother KrampusMovie · 2017 · 90m · HorrorThis film draws from the legend of Frau Perchta, a mythical witch who appears during the twelve days of Christmas and takes children each night.IMDb 3.2TMDB 4.4 - 21
The HauntedMovie · 2018 · 75m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryWorking the night shift as a caregiver in a secluded house, Emily's first night quickly descends into terror. She finds herself haunted by a malevolent spirit while uncovering disturbing secrets about the house's past.IMDb 3.8TMDB 6.4 - 22
Don't Hang UpMovie · 2016 · 83m · Horror, ThrillerA couple of teenagers' harmless late-night prank calls spiral into terror when a strange person retaliates, turning their own game into a frightening ordeal.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.2 - 23
Dr. Terror's House of HorrorsMovie · 1965 · 98m · HorrorFive strangers on a train find their lives unexpectedly intertwined. A mysterious fortune teller reading Tarot cards triggers a series of strange events for each passenger. An architect returning home faces a werewolf. A doctor discovers his wife is a vampire. A house is overtaken by a growing plant. An aspiring musician gets caught in dangerous voodoo rituals. And an art critic is relentlessly pursued by a disembodied hand. This anthology film presents unsettling stories of the supernatural, featuring a diverse cast and a chilling journey into the macabre.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 24
The ReedsMovie · 2010 · 90m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryA weekend boating trip gone wrong traps a group of young London friends when they discover a horrifying secret concealed within the waterways.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.9 - 25
X MoorMovie · 2014 · 76mTo win a £25,000 reward offered by a local newspaper, American filmmakers Georgia and Matt travel to Exmoor in North Devon to document the legendary beast said to roam the isolated countryside. They set up a forest camp with an acquaintance hiding secrets, installing 42 cameras to monitor the area while taking shifts on watch. Their search for the creature takes a terrifying turn when they discover dismembered body parts. They soon realize they've stumbled into a serial killer's hunting ground and become his next targets.IMDb 4.0TMDB 4.0 - 26
When the Lights Went OutMovie · 2012 · 86m · Thriller, Drama, HorrorIn Yorkshire, 1974, the Maynard family finds their dream home turns into a terrifying nightmare. They soon discover the house is haunted by the most violent poltergeist ever recorded – one capable of dragging victims from their beds into darkness. This horrifying truth is about to become a part of history.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.7 - 27
Eden LakeMovie · 2008 · 91m · Horror, ThrillerA young couple seeking a peaceful retreat at a secluded lake finds their romantic weekend violently disrupted by a hostile group of local teenagers. Initial pranks escalate into terrifying torment, transforming a relaxing getaway into a desperate fight for survival.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 28
The Girl with All the GiftsMovie · 2016 · 111m · Action, Horror, Science FictionA strange fungus has transformed most people into mindless, flesh-eating creatures in the future. When a scientist and a teacher discover a girl who appears immune, they embark on a journey to find a way to save humanity.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 29
Devil's PlaygroundMovie · 2010 · 93m · Horror, ActionWhen a global zombie outbreak occurs, Cole, a seasoned mercenary, pursues the only individual who holds the key to a cure – not just for the widespread plague, but also for Cole's personal fate.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.3 - 30
Don't Let Him InMovie · 2011 · 76mTwo couples vacationing in the countryside find themselves stalked by a ruthless serial killer. As the number of victims increases, trust erodes and fear takes hold, leading to a desperate fight for their lives.IMDb 3.5TMDB 3.9 - 31
OuijageistMovie · 2018 · 84mIndia, a young single mother, moves into a new apartment while struggling to find work and pay rent. She and a friend start using a Ouija board they find in the flat. This unleashes malevolent forces, and a series of unexplained deaths begin.IMDb 2.7TMDB 7.0 - 32
Dracula: Prince of DarknessMovie · 1966 · 86m · HorrorWhile vacationing in the Carpathian Mountains, several couples discover the ruins of Count Dracula's castle, unknowingly entering a terrifying story. Exploring the ruins, one man is killed by the Count's servant, who revives Dracula by mixing his ashes with the victim's blood. Now immortal, Dracula targets the dead man's widow, turning her into his partner in a world of evil. The couples must fight to survive the consequences of their discovery and uncover the source of Dracula’s dark power.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 33
The ChildrenMovie · 2008 · 84m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerA peaceful Christmas getaway transforms into a frightening struggle for survival when the children unexpectedly turn against their parents.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 34
DraculaMovie · 1958 · 82m · HorrorJonathan Harker's meeting with Count Dracula takes a dark turn when Dracula moves from his castle to a city, seeking victims among Harker's fiancée's family. As fear spreads, the only hope is Dr. van Helsing, a vampire expert who is determined to stop Dracula. This exciting story is about loyalty, bravery, and the fight between good and evil in an ordinary city.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 35
Witchfinder GeneralMovie · 1968 · 87m · Drama, History, HorrorEngland, 1645. Amidst the civil war, a dangerous atmosphere develops where ambitious people exploit frightened people. Matthew Hopkins, a clever and cruel man who profits from superstition, travels the country as a witch hunter. As the nation descends into chaos, Hopkins uses people's fears to chilling effect, showing how easily greed and violence can take hold during crises.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 36
Mandy the Haunted DollMovie · 2018 · 74mThree burglars attempting a heist at a manor house soon find themselves facing an unexpected presence when a doll begins appearing around the house.IMDb 2.5TMDB 3.7 - 37
Horror ExpressMovie · 1972 · 87m · HorrorProfessor Saxton travels from Manchuria to Europe with the frozen body of an ancient, mysterious creature. Along the way, a series of strange and disturbing deaths occur. The professor struggles with his own inner issues while trying to understand the origins of the creature. In a journey filled with icy landscapes and shadows, the story explores science, ancient life, and the supernatural. As Saxton tries to solve the mystery of the deaths, he learns that some truths are best left forgotten.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 38
The LessonMovie · 2015 · 98m · Drama, Thriller, HorrorTwo troubled students face a harsh reality when their teacher, pushed to his breaking point, takes drastic action by kidnapping them.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.2 - 39
Night of the Living DebMovie · 2015 · 84m · Comedy, HorrorFollowing a casual encounter, Deb awakens to find herself in the midst of a zombie outbreak.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.2 - 40
The Abominable SnowmanMovie · 1957 · 85m · Adventure, HorrorThis adventure film tells the story of two men who form an unlikely partnership on a journey to find the legendary Yeti in the Himalayas. An English botanist, thoughtful and knowledgeable about plants, joins with an ambitious American promoter hoping to profit from a discovery. As they navigate dangerous mountains and face unforeseen obstacles, they must learn to trust each other to find the mythical creature that has fascinated people for generations. The film explores themes of friendship, reliance, and the pull of adventure set against the stunning Himalayan scenery.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 41
Harry Price: Ghost HunterMovie · 2015 · 90mWhen Member of Parliament Grace Goodwin is discovered naked in a London street, Harry Price is called in to investigate rumors about her house being haunted.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2 - 42
Village of the DamnedMovie · 1960 · 77m · Horror, Science FictionLife in a quiet English village is shattered when everyone suddenly collapses and awakens in a strange new world. When they recover, all women of childbearing age are pregnant with babies who have striking blond hair, intense eyes, and a peculiar connection to each other. This baffling event sparks curiosity, fear, and confusion as the villagers struggle to understand how their lives have been irrevocably changed.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 43
The HallowMovie · 2015 · 97m · Fantasy, HorrorIn the secluded forests of rural Ireland, an ancient evil lurks. Local villagers, steeped in superstition, believe cursed creatures haunt the area, preying on those who get lost. Their secrets have remained hidden from the outside world. When a London conservationist and his family move to survey the land for development, their presence awakens these demonic forces. Isolated in the wilderness, he must now protect his family from their relentless attacks.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7
