🏷 Discover The Best Christmas Horror Movies & TV Shows To Watch Today

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Get ready to jingle all the way through spine-chilling holiday horror! Christmas-themed horror movies and TV shows blend festive cheer with terrifying twists, making them a must-watch for horror lovers. From supernatural slasher flicks to eerie holiday classics, these films and series offer a unique mix of yuletide joy and frights. Discover the best Christmas horror content to keep you on the edge of your seat this holiday season.

The Nightmare Before Christmas
Cast
Danny Elfman Danny Elfman
Chris Sarandon Chris Sarandon
Catherine O'Hara Catherine O'Hara
William Hickey William Hickey
7.8 10.4K votes
Genre: Animation, Family, Fantasy
Country: United States of America
Duration: 76 min.
Audience: PG
Story:  Tired of scaring humans every October 31 with the same old bag of tricks, Jack Skellington, the spindly king of Halloween Town, kidnaps Santa Claus and plans to deliver shrunken heads and other ghoulish gifts to children on Christmas morning. But as Christmas approaches, Jack's rag-doll girlfriend, Sally, tries to foil his misguided plans.
Plot:  skeleton, fire, magic, holiday, santa claus, halloween, villain, musical, ...
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Edward Scissorhands
Cast
Johnny Depp Johnny Depp
Winona Ryder Winona Ryder
Dianne Wiest Dianne Wiest
Anthony Michael Hall Anthony Michael Hall
7.7 13.9K votes
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: United States of America
Duration: 105 min.
Audience: PG-13
Story:  A small suburban town receives a visit from a castaway unfinished science experiment named Edward.
Plot:  underdog, small town, unsociability, inventor, hairdresser, isolation, scissors, burglar, ...
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Black Christmas
Cast
Olivia Hussey Olivia Hussey
Keir Dullea Keir Dullea
Margot Kidder Margot Kidder
John Saxon John Saxon
7.0 951 votes
Genre: Crime, Horror, Mystery
Country: Canada
Duration: 98 min.
Audience: R
Story:  As the residents of the Pi Kappa Sigma sorority house prepare for the festive season, a stranger begins to harass them with a series of obscene phone calls.
Plot:  winter, pregnancy, toronto, canada, murder, serial killer, slasher, police officer, ...
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Terrifier 3
Cast
Lauren LaVera Lauren LaVera
David Howard Thornton David Howard Thornton
Samantha Scaffidi Samantha Scaffidi
Elliott Fullam Elliott Fullam
6.8 2.0K votes
Genre: Horror
Country: United States of America
Duration: 125 min.
Audience: NR
Story:  Five years after surviving Art the Clown's Halloween massacre, Sienna and Jonathan are still struggling to rebuild their shattered lives. As the holiday season approaches, they try to embrace the Christmas spirit and leave the horrors of the past behind. But just when they think they're safe, Art returns, determined to turn their holiday cheer into a new nightmare. The festive season quickly unravels as Art unleashes his twisted brand of terror, proving that no holiday is safe.
Plot:  monster, post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), angel, shower, child murder, santa claus, college, clown, ...
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Better Watch Out
Cast
Olivia DeJonge Olivia DeJonge
Levi Miller Levi Miller
Ed Oxenbould Ed Oxenbould
Aleks Mikic Aleks Mikic
6.7 1.7K votes
Genre: Comedy, Horror, Thriller
Country: United States of America, Australia
Duration: 89 min.
Audience: R
Story:  On a quiet suburban street tucked within a 'safe neighborhood', a babysitter must defend a twelve-year-old boy from strangers breaking into the house, only to discover that this is far from a normal home invasion.
Plot:  holiday, spider, murder, snowman, snow, home invasion, truth or dare, christmas lights, ...
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Anna and the Apocalypse
Cast
Ella Hunt Ella Hunt
Sarah Swire Sarah Swire
Malcolm Cumming Malcolm Cumming
Christopher Leveaux Christopher Leveaux
6.0 444 votes
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Horror
Country: United Kingdom
Duration: 97 min.
Audience: R
Story:  A zombie apocalypse threatens the sleepy town of Little Haven—at Christmas—forcing Anna and her friends to fight, slash, and sing their way to survival. In a desperate race to reach their loved ones, they soon learn that no one is safe in this new world, and with civilization falling apart around them, the only people they can truly rely on are each other.
Plot:  high school, dancing, holiday, musical, talent show, apocalypse, zombie, singing, ...
Place:  scotland
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Elves
Cast
Dan Haggerty Dan Haggerty
Julie Austin Julie Austin
Deanna Lund Deanna Lund
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Borah Silver
4.9 60 votes
Genre: Horror
Country: United States of America
Duration: 89 min.
Story:  While conducting a pagan ritual in the woods with her friends, Kirsten inadvertently awakens the spirit of a demonic Christmas elf involved in a neo-Nazi plot to bring about the master race. After the rent-a-Santa in her department store is murdered, an unemployed, alcoholic ex-cop takes the job and the two set out to unravel the mystery.
Plot:  experiment, nazi, elves, cat, family secrets, murder, incest, christmas horror, ...
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Return of the Living Dead
Cast
Devon Sawa Devon Sawa
Casimere Jollette Casimere Jollette
Kynlee Heiman Kynlee Heiman
Alexander Ward Alexander Ward
Genre: Comedy, Horror
Country: United States of America
Story:  Eighteen months after the events at the UNEEDA Warehouse in Louisville, KY, a new Trioxin 2-4-5 leak puts a small Pennsylvania town on the brink of a zombie outbreak during Christmas 1985.
Plot:  winter, undead, sequel, snow, zombie, christmas horror, christmas, body horror, ...
Time:  1980s
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Why Christmas Horror Movies Are a Holiday Must-Watch

Christmas horror movies and TV shows offer a thrilling escape from the traditional holiday cheer, combining festive aesthetics with chilling suspense. These films often feature iconic holiday settings—like snow-covered towns, decorated Christmas trees, and Santa’s dark secrets—while delivering heart-pounding scares. For horror enthusiasts, this subgenre provides a fresh twist on classic tropes, blending nostalgia with terror.

Top Features of Great Christmas Horror Films

What makes a Christmas horror movie stand out? The best films in this subgenre excel in:

Must-Watch Christmas Horror Movies

If you're ready to dive into the spookiest holiday content, here are some must-watch movies that define the genre:

Classic Christmas Horror Films

Modern Christmas Horror Gems

The best Christmas horror movies don’t just rely on gore; they play with holiday themes to create an unsettling experience. Whether you prefer supernatural thrillers or slasher flicks, there’s something for every horror fan this season.

Best Christmas Horror TV Shows and Series

If movies aren’t your thing, don’t worry—holiday horror extends to TV shows too! These series add a spooky twist to the season:

Standout Christmas Horror TV Episodes

Many popular series incorporate holiday horror episodes, often as specials. A few favorites include:

Upcoming Christmas Horror TV Releases

For 2024 and beyond, keep an eye out for new holiday horror content, including:

Christmas horror isn’t just a niche—it’s a thriving subgenre that continues to grow. Whether you’re a fan of slashers, supernatural thrillers, or psychological horror, there’s a holiday-themed scary story waiting for you. So grab some popcorn, dim the lights, and get ready for a frightfully festive movie night!

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