Max combines the deep genre library of Warner Bros./New Line, mixing modern hits, classics, international delights and indie gems. As one guide puts it: “the haunted-and-stalked section of Max … features a dense catalogue of genre films from all eras.”
1. Get Out (2017)
Synopsis: Chris visits his girlfriend’s affluent family, and what starts as awkward tension turns into a chilling look at race, control and horror.
Why watch: A modern classic by Jordan Peele with genre-smarts and social critique — perfect for commentary videos.
2. Hereditary (2018)
Synopsis: After a family tragedy, strange phenomena begin afflicting a grieving family — their secrets spiral into horror.
Why watch: Deep, unsettling, high-quality horror. Ideal for “why this scares you” or “hidden meaning” style content.
3. The Witch (2016)
Synopsis: Set in 1630s New England, a Puritan family is torn apart by paranoia and supernatural dread in the woods.
Why watch: Atmospheric, slow-burn horror. Great for blog posts about “horror beyond jumpscares.”
4. Final Destination (2000)
Synopsis: After cheating death in a plane crash, a group is stalked by fate-itself, determined to pick them off one by one.
Why watch: Fun, iconic horror-thriller with plenty of kills and tension. Good pick for listicles (“Top Horror Franchises”).
5. Carnival of Souls (1962)
Synopsis: A young woman survives a car accident, then begins seeing strange figures and wandering through an abandoned carnival.
Why watch: Cult classic, black & white, influence on many modern horrors. Excellent for “hidden classic” tone.
6. Beau Is Afraid (2023)
Synopsis: A surreal, nightmarish odyssey of a man’s journey through anxiety, grief and a monstrous reality.
Why watch: Unconventional horror-comedy hybrid; perfect for creators wanting “horror that bends the rules.”
7. Child’s Play (1988)
Synopsis: A boy receives a “Good Guy” doll for his birthday — unaware the doll houses the soul of a serial killer.
Why watch: The origin of one of horror’s enduring icons (Chucky). Good for nostalgia, franchise deep dives.
8. Diabolique (1955)
Synopsis: The wife and mistress of a cruel headmaster plot to murder him — but the corpse disappears and strange events begin.
Why watch: Classic twisty thriller/horror — ideal for “films that influenced modern horror.”
9. Evil Dead Rise (2023)
Synopsis: In a Los Angeles apartment, a single mother and her children face demonic forces unleashed — and must fight for survival.
Why watch: High-impact modern horror, gritty and violent — great for “what’s new” streaming picks.
10. Malignant (2021)
Synopsis: A woman begins having visions of brutal murders — only to discover the horrifying truth behind them is even stranger.
Why watch: Unorthodox, twisted horror from James Wan; good pick for “wild horror you might’ve missed.”
Final Thoughts
Max offers a vast horror catalogue with something for nearly every fan — whether they crave body horror, nostalgic scares, twisted modern entries, or art-house chills. For content creators and bloggers, it’s a fertile ground: you can spotlight both big names and lesser-talked-about titles, crafting unique angles that go beyond the “usual suspects.”