Thehorrorgenre is still finding success at the box office, with both new franchises and established horror legends making their way to the theater. In recent years, we’ve seen movies from franchiseslikeEvil Dead,Halloween, andSaw, which brought something new to the table despite their long history.
However, 2024 has also produced some fine horror films, withLonglegsdominating the box office when it was released. While many more films are set to be released through the fall, the following month should be particularly exciting for horror fans, especially those who enjoydifferent forms of horror. To that end, here’s a list of every horror film releasing in August 2024.
Watch It in Theaters on August 2
M. Night Shyamalan’s films, such asThe Village,Split, andKnock at the Cabin, contain an unnerving atmosphere that often contributes to the underlying story.Trapis the filmmaker’s latest venture starring Josh Hartnett in the role of Cooper, a father who is stuck at a concert with his daughter when authorities set up a trap to bring down a notorious serial killer named The Butcher. However, Cooper appears to be the killer they’re looking for. Audiences will head to the theater next month to see how the classic Shyamalan twist will play into the film.Trapis set to hit theaters on Aug. 2.
Watch It in Theaters on August 9
Cuckoois an upcoming horror thriller written and directed by Tilman Singer, which stars Hunter Schafer, Jessica Henwick, and Dan Stevens. The film follows a 17-year-old girl who moves to live with her father in the German Alps but gets embroiled in strange happenings involving horrifying noises and grisly visions, which eventually endanger her entire family. Many critics have praised Schafer’s performance, which gives us another reason to be excited about the film.Cuckoowill be released on Aug. 9.
The Deliverance
Watch It in Theaters on August 16 and on Netflix on August 30
Horror films based on true storieshave long been in demand among fans, especially after the success of franchises such asThe Conjuring.The Deliverance, co-written and directed by Lee Daniels, is one such film based on the Latoya Ammons family possession that occurred in Indiana in 2011.
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The film tells the narrative of Latoya Ammons and her three children, who endure bizarre incidents in their new home in Indiana, leading them to believe that the house is a portal to hell.The Deliverancewill be available in select theaters on Aug. 16 and will stream on Netflix on Aug. 30.
Alien: Romulus
Watch It in Theaters on August 16
Alien: Romulus, the long-awaited seventh installmentin theAlienfranchise, is an interquel that takes place betweenAlien(1979) andAliens(1986). The film, directed by Fede Alvarez, follows a group of young space colonists who scavenge an abandoned space station in search of valuables. Instead, they encounter a terrifying alien life form, making their survival nearly impossible.Alien: Romulus, which stars Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, and Spike Fearn,will be released in theaters on Aug. 16.
From Brainstorm Media,Consumedis set to bring a unique horror story to the big screen. The film follows a married couple, Jay and Beth, who go on a camping trip that, unfortunately, goes horribly wrong. They soon find themselves caught between a madman and a skin-stealing monster.
The film is helmed by Mitchell Altieri, known for movies such asThe Night Watchmen,Raised by Wolves, andThe Hamiltons. Mark Famiglietti and Courtney Halverson star in the picture, with the former appearing inMad Men,Aquarius, andTerminator 3: Rise of the Machines,while the latter is a horror vet, starring inUnfriended,St. Agatha, andTrue Detective.Consumedis heading to theaters on Aug. 16.
Watch It in Theaters on August 21
Stream, directed and co-written by Michael Leavy, is an intriguing horror film that will be released this August. It tells a unique story for audiences who have grown tired of recurring serial killer flicks. The film, starring Danielle Harris, Jeffrey Combs, and many other talented actors, isset to be released theatrically on Aug. 21.The official synopsis for the film is as follows:
When Roy and Elaine Keenan realize their family is drifting apart, they decide that something needs to be done. Roy forces his work to take a back seat and they seize the opportunity to recreate a vacation from their past. A peaceful stay in a quaint hotel is just what they need, however that is not what is in store for them. With four deranged murderers patrolling the seemingly mundane halls, the odds are definitely not in the Keenan family’s favor. Roy must fight for his life and those of his family as their simple weekend getaway truly turns into a vacation to die for.
Strange Darling
Watch It in Theaters on August 23
This August promises to be a spectacular month for serial killer films sinceStrange Darlingis also a new thriller that sounds highly appealing. The film, starring Kyle Gallner (Smile) and Willa Fitzgerald (Reacher), chronicles the story of a woman who finds herself in the midst of a murder spree following a thrilling one-night stand with a stranger. This horror romance film, written and directed by JT Mollner, isscheduled to be released on Aug. 23by Magenta Light Studios.
Watch It in Theaters on August 30
People are terrified of what artificial intelligence will be capable of in the coming decade, and several films, likeI, RobotandM3GAN, have depicted the worst-case scenarios.Afraid, written and directed by Chris Weitz, is an upcoming sci-fi horror film that demonstrates the reality of what happenswhen AI takes over.
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The film tells the story of the Curtis family, who volunteer to test a new digital AI assistant known as AIA. However, as AIA learns their family’s behaviors and begins to anticipate their every need, it goes too far in ensuring that no one does any harm to the family.Afraid, which stars Riki Lindhome, Keith Carradine, and John Cho,will be released theatrically on Aug. 30.
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Release Date
In theaters on Aug. 2
In theaters on Aug. 9
Select theaters on Aug. 16 and Netflix on Aug. 30
In theaters on Aug. 16
In theaters on Aug. 21
Streaming on Shudder on Aug. 23
In theaters on Aug. 23
In theaters on Aug. 30
