HORROR

The cover of Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein.’

11 Surprising Facts About Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein’

Here are the nuts and bolts about Mary Shelley's 200-year-old tale about what can go wrong when people play God.

Kate Beckinsale stars in 'Underworld' (2003).

20 Fascinating Facts About ‘Underworld’

The movie, which hit theaters September 19, 2003, was a surprise hit: It was made for $22 million but grossed nearly $96 million, kicking off a film franchise that brought in nearly $550 million. Here’s what you should know.

Amie Donald, Allison Williams, and Violet McGraw in "M3GAN" (2022)

The 11 Best Horror Movies to Stream on Amazon Prime Video Right Now

Subscribers to the Amazon Prime Video have access to some of the best horror movies. Here’s what to watch when you’re in the mood for something spooky.

The 10 Best Horror Movies to Stream on Hulu Right Now

Feel like getting good and scared? Check out some of the best horror movies streaming on Hulu this month.

David Naughton in ‘An American Werewolf in London.’

15 Facts About ‘An American Werewolf in London’

Director John Landis wrote the script for ‘An American Werewolf in London’ when he was just a teenager—but for years, no one wanted to make the movie.

Bruce Campbell stars in 'Evil Dead 2' (1987).

12 Surprising Facts About ‘Evil Dead 2: Dead By Dawn’

The 'splatstick' horror classic was shot inside of a junior high school and owes its very existence to Stephen King.

The cover of Henry James’s ‘The Turn of the Screw.’

10 Frightening Facts about Henry James’s ‘The Turn of the Screw’

Learn about Henry James’s ‘The Turn of the Screw’—the classic ghost story that inspired (among many other things) Netflix’s ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor.’

The cover of Shirley Jackson’s ‘The Haunting of Hill House.’

13 Chilling Facts About Shirley Jackson’s ‘The Haunting of Hill House’

Shirley Jackson's classic novel ‘The Haunting of Hill House’ was inspired by real-life paranormal investigators—and so scary her husband was afraid to read it.

A scene from Frank Darabont's 'The Mist' (2007).

14 Memorable Facts About ‘The Mist’

Director-screenwriter Frank Darabont wanted to bring Stephen King’s ‘The Mist’ to the big screen for years.

You never know what—or who—you'll encounter in these national parks.

6 Legendary Beings Who Haunt America’s National Parks

The parks offer thrill seekers, ghost hunters, and the brave alike another reason to visit.

10 Frightening Facts About Shirley Jackson’s ‘We Have Always Lived in the Castle’

Shirley Jackson is best remembered for “The Lottery” and 'The Haunting of Hill House,' but her gothic mystery 'We Have Always Lived in the Castle' is regarded as her greatest literary achievement.

The 8 Best Horror Movies on Netflix Right Now

From found-footage chillers to psychological thrillers, these flicks are guaranteed to rattle your nerves—and are all just a click away on Netflix.

The vanishing hitchhiker is a pervasive urban legend with a long history.

1 Spine-Tingling Urban Legend From Each of the 50 States

From classics like the vanishing hitchhiker to creepy cryptids, ghostly vehicles, deadly curses, and some stuff you’ve probably seen on Facebook.

The Horror Movie Roger Ebert Couldn’t Review

The late film critic had an open mind, but one 2010 film caused him to throw in the towel.

Laura Harring in Mulholland Drive (2001)

The 10 Wildest Movie Plot Twists

There’s nothing quite as satisfying as having the rug pulled out from under you while watching a movie, but too many flicks that try to shock can’t stick the landing.

A Gory Toy Story: The Horrible History of the Evilstick

Hidden inside a toy princess wand sold in dollar stores lurked a horrifying image—one that scared kids silly.

Milly Shapiro and Alex Wolff in 'Hereditary' (2018).

11 Memorable Facts About 'Hereditary'

The most memorable scene in 'Hereditary' was almost even more disturbing. Here are more facts about Ari Aster's feature film debut.

You are now entering a new dimension of gift-giving.

11 Best Gifts for ‘Twilight Zone’ Fans

You don’t have to travel to the fifth dimension to discover the best “Twilight Zone” gifts.

Alicia Silverstone, Brittany Murphy, and Stacey Dash in 'Clueless' (1995).

The 25 Best High School Movies

Whether you loved high school or hated it, filmmakers seem determined to give you as many opportunities as possible to relive it.

4 People Who Were Buried Alive (And How They Got Out)

While many reported cases of burials of the living were exaggerated, there are a few cases of people who went into their graves while still breathing.

Robin Stille in 'The Slumber Party Massacre' (1982).

9 Fascinating Facts About 'The Slumber Party Massacre'

Like so many other horror films, it has taken decades for 'The Slumber Party Massacre' to get its due. But it's now recognized as a touchstone of feminist horror and a shrewd satire.

Celebrate the end of 2022 with these acclaimed book titles.

Mental Floss’s 16 Best Books of 2022

From 'The Candy House' by Jennifer Egan to 'Tracy Flick Can’t Win' by Tom Perrotta, discover the best books of 2022 according to Mental Floss.

Skeet Ulrich, Jamie Kennedy, and Matthew Lillard in 'Scream' (1996).

‘Scream’ Writer Kevin Williamson Has Finally Debunked a Popular Stu Macher Fan Theory

An Easter Egg in 1997’s ‘Scream 2’ gave some fans hope that Matthew Lillard’s character is alive and well.

Olivia Hussey stars in Bob Clark's 'Black Christmas' (1974).

12 Surprising Facts About ‘Black Christmas’

Nearly a decade before he made ‘A Christmas Story,’ Bob Clark turned a horror movie about an unsuspecting group of sorority sisters and a mysterious killer lurking in their attic into a different kind of holiday classic.