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Updated October 26th, 2019 at 12:06 IST

Amazon Prime Videos: Best horror films to watch on the OTT platform

Amazon prime video has an extensive collection of horror films. Read below to know about the best horror films to send a chill down the audience's spine.

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Horror is a genre that is loved by audience members, as evidenced by the large number of horror films and shows that release each year. Scary films have entertained fans for a long time with either jump scares of audio effects. Though this technique is efficient, it may not be the best way to portray the horror elements in a film. Nowadays the audience is on a lookout to watch a genuine horror flick with story and substance, which are often lacking in commercial horror films. Here is a list of five best horror films one can binge-watch on Amazon Prime Video. 

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IT (2017)

Stephen King's novel by the same name was adapted to film in 2017. The film revolves around a clown menace in a small town. The film is filled with some genuinely scary sequences which send a chill down the spine. While the film has some stereotypical tropes of a horror film, the film is a surprising package with action and frightening sequences. 

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The Purge (2013)

The Purge is definitely one of the scariest films made in Hollywood, according to fans and critics alike. The film doesn't base its premise in a fictional world but in the real world. The film features some gruesome sequences that are gory in nature. 

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Paranormal Activity (2009)

The film centres around a young couple who are experiencing the presence of a spirit. Filmed on a controlled budget, the film uses many unique methods to portray scary sequences. The film is showcased in a found-footage format which makes it a more impressive watch. 

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Child's Play (1988)

Though the recent iterations of Chucky the doll have been less impressive, the original one is certainly entertaining and scary. Chucky became an iconic villain character that scared many. Chucky ensures some serious creeps throughout the runtime of the film. 

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A Quiet Place (2018)

A Quiet Place was John Krasinski's first directorial venture. The film was a critical and commercial success and earned over 300 million dollars at the global box office. The film also won the Best Sound Editing Award at the Oscar Awards ceremony. The film keeps the audience at the edge of their seats with its scary sequences.

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Published October 26th, 2019 at 12:05 IST

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