Halloween is celebrated on October 31st and every year we become more and more fans of the spookiest day of the year. And one of the things we like to do most is watch horror movies.
It seems that these days our emotions are more sensitive and watching one of these movies is really exciting, especially if we do it at night, in the warmth of the sofa.
So here’s our list of some of the greatest classic horror films to watch on the main streaming platforms available in Portugal
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Netflix
It: Chapter 2
The Nun
The story is set in 1952, in Romania, and follows Father Burke and Sister Irene, a novice, who are sent by the Vatican to investigate the mysterious death of a nun in the monastery of Santa Carta. When they arrive, they discover that the place is haunted by a demonic entity that takes the form of a nun, known as Valak.
Insidious: The Last Key
Max (HBO)
Evil Dead Rise
Totem
The Nun II: The Cursed Nun
The sequel to the horror film The Nun is part of the cinematic universe of The Conjuring, in a story set in 1956 France, where a priest is brutally murdered, triggering a series of supernatural events. Sister Irene, played by Taissa Farmiga, is called upon once again to confront the demonic evil known as Valak, the demonic nun.
Amazon Prime Video
Countdown
The story of this horror movie revolves around Quinn Harris, a nurse who, out of curiosity, downloads an app that promises to predict the exact date of death of its users. To her surprise and dismay, the app reveals that she has only two days left to live.
The Vatican Exorcist
A movie inspired by the true accounts of Father Gabriele Amorth, who was the Vatican’s chief exorcist. The plot follows Father Amorth, played by Russell Crowe, as he investigates a case of demonic possession of a young boy. During his investigation, Amorth uncovers a centuries-old conspiracy that the Vatican has tried desperately to protect and keep secret.
The Morbid House
The story follows a young chef who is about to realize her dream of opening her first restaurant. However, she faces a number of challenges , including chaos in the kitchen, a dubious investor and her own insecurities.
Disney +
The Village
Directed by the master of suspense and horror films M. Night Shyamalan, the story of The Village takes place in 1897, in a small isolated community in Pennsylvania, where the inhabitants live in apparent harmony , but in constant fear of the mysterious creatures that inhabit the forest, known as “Those We Don’t Talk About”. The village leaders, Edward Walker and Alice Hunt, keep the secrets about these creatures and the reasons for the community’s isolation.
The Haunted Mansion
Horror comedy film directed by Justin Simien, based on the famous Disney theme park attraction. The story follows Gabbie, a single mother, and her nine-year-old son, who move into a mansion in New Orleans with the intention of starting a new life. However, they discover that the house is inhabited by supernatural forces.
Apple TV+
Halloween
Halloween (2018) is a direct sequel to the original 1978 film, ignoring the events of the other sequels. The story takes place 40 years after the night of terror in Haddonfield, Illinois, when Michael Myers, the infamous killer, escaped and caused a series of deaths. Since then, Michael has been captured and institutionalized. On October 29, 2018, he is about to be transferred to a new facility.
The Night of All Fears
With the original name “Trick ‘r Treat”, this horror movie features four interwoven stories, all taking place during Halloween night. Each narrative explores different aspects of the holiday, united by a common theme of respect for Halloween traditions.