Halloween 2026: here is a selection of 20 horrific and fantastic films supported by Chaos

Chaos magazine presents twenty horror films selected from their reviews and annual rankings for Halloween 2026. The selection spans from 2013 to 2023 and includes works by Jonathan Glazer, David Robert Mitchell, Nicolas Winding Refn, Na Hong-jin, Ari Aster, Johannes Nyholm, David Prior, Eskil Vogt, Alex Garland, Joseph and Vanessa Winter, and Pascal Plante. The films range from sensory experiences exploring humanity and appearance to narratives examining family trauma, possession, and collective rituals. Several entries emphasize unconventional approaches to horror, blending genres such as folk tales, psychological drama, and body horror. The selection prioritizes films that question traditional genre conventions, create sustained unease through atmosphere rather than shock, and explore intimate fears alongside broader social anxieties. Titles include Under the Skin, It Follows, The Neon Demon, Hérédité, Midsommar, and Les Chambres rouges.

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