The 8 Best Slashers Streaming Now On Netflix
It’s delightful to be a horror fan who loves all sorts of subgenres because there’s always something new to discover. When it comes to slashers, there are so many flavors, so to speak, to choose from. Some classics take you on a ride from hell like The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974). Then there are holiday-themed slashers like Black Christmas (1974), purposeful ‘80s homages like Hatchet (2006), and queer feminist slashers like Freaky (2020). And if you’re browsing Netflix to find something to watch, it can be a bit of a task to find a good horror movie, let alone a good slasher, to turn on.
I’ve decided to list some of the best slashers you can find on Netflix. None of these films are getting slashed off the app anytime soon, so you can take your time. Unlike the characters in these films who were unable to escape a bloody fate.
The Babysitter (2017)
Sometimes having a babysitter is a real nightmare, huh? The Babysitter follows tween Cole (Judah Lewis) who finds out his favorite babysitter is part of a satanic cult. When his life is threatened, Cole is forced to fight back against his babysitter and her kooky cult. This film’s flavor isn’t for everyone, and if you dislike slasher comedies, it won’t be for you. There are more than a few jokes that don’t land. But if you want to watch Samara Weaving be badass, experience some creative kills, and groan as characters make silly decisions, you might enjoy yourself. Your mileage may vary when it comes to the sequel.
Halloween (2018)
The Halloween timeline is tricky, but thankfully Halloween (2018) decided to be a requel. Halloween (2018) follows Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) 40 years after the events of the original. When Michael escapes the bus looking to transfer him from a psychiatric facility to prison, she must defend her family against him. The H40 timeline isn’t as well-received by fans, but Halloween (2018) is a good slasher and revived the franchise after years of dormancy. It’s brutal, has a lot of memorable sequences, and introduces a few new characters. All in all, it’s worth viewing at least once if you’re a Halloween fan.
Fear Street Trilogy (2021)
The summer of 2021 might be a bit of a blur for some folks, but the Fear Street trilogy was an unforgettable three weeks. The Fear Street trilogy is set throughout several timelines and primarily follows Deena Johnson (Kiana Madeira) who aims to save her girlfriend and the town of Shadyside from a curse that has plagued them for centuries. The trilogy is based on a book series of the same name by R.L. Stine and is a bloody good time. Each film offers something different, but overall the story is solid and there’s a lot of queer representation to celebrate. If you’re looking for a diverse cast, a sapphic relationship being at the center of the story, and a lot of great kills, then look no further.
X (2022)
Gritty and sexy are two words that can be accurately used to describe Ti West’s X. The film follows a group of pornstars and crew whose venture to make a pornographic film on an elderly couple’s farmland. But, it quickly turns deadly. It’s the first film in a trilogy that tries to do something distinct in each film. But its most successful film in the trilogy is X. Each of the characters feels like real people in a very terrifying situation. And that makes it a refreshing slasher because oftentimes we don’t care if the characters die. Overall, it’s an intriguing throwback to the ‘70s and exploitation horror. Plus, the performances are great.
The Conference
When a slasher is set in the woods or a woodsy area, it’s usually a good time. The Conference follows a group of municipal employees on a conference retreat who end up being stalked and picked off by a revenge-crazed man. Instead of the usual beats of characters not being smart and working together, the ones who manage to survive fight back. And there’s a bit of commentary surrounding capitalism, as well. The Conference is a Swedish slasher with some surprisingly resourceful characters and gnarly kills.
A Classic Horror Story
It’s usually interesting when a slasher features a twist of sorts. A Classic Horror Story is an Italian slasher that follows Elisa (Matilda Lutz) who’s traveling to Calabria for abortion services. But what starts as an annoying rideshare experience turns into a nightmare for everyone involved. Everything is not as it seems in A Classic Horror Story, and that’s absolutely a good thing. International slashers tend to subvert a lot of what American slashers typically do. And it’s nice to see horror that takes big or at least moderately big swings. Plus, If you like Matilda Lutz (the lead in Revenge), you’ll enjoy her performance as the final girl in this.
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