Best New Horror Streaming Originals This Week

As the streaming wars rage on, this week delivers a fresh batch of chilling horror originals straight from the platforms’ vaults. From Shudder’s relentless creature features to Netflix’s psychological mind-benders, these releases are primed to haunt your late-night queues. We’ve scoured the latest drops—premiering or newly exclusive on major services—to curate our top 10, ranked by a potent mix of critical buzz, innovative scares, atmospheric dread and sheer rewatchability. These aren’t just films; they’re visceral experiences that push boundaries and tap into primal fears, perfect for horror aficionados seeking the next big chill.

What sets these apart? We prioritised true originals produced for streaming, focusing on those hitting screens between 7-13 October (our snapshot week), evaluating directorial flair, practical effects mastery, narrative twists and cultural resonance. Expect gore, ghosts and existential terror, all optimised for your sofa-side screams. Whether you’re a slash fan or subtle supernatural devotee, this list has your nightmare fuel.

  1. Late Night with the Devil (2024) – Shudder

    Topping our list is Colin Cahill and Cameron Cairnes’ faux-documentary gem, a Shudder exclusive that masterfully blends 1970s talk-show nostalgia with demonic possession horror. David Dastmalchian shines as Jack Delroy, a desperate host whose live Halloween special spirals into chaos when a possessed girl unleashes hell. The film’s ingenuity lies in its single-take broadcast style, mimicking found-footage authenticity while critiquing media sensationalism—echoing the era’s Satanic Panic.

    Practical effects from KNB EFX Group deliver grotesque transformations that rival The Exorcist, but with a retro TV filter that heightens unease. Critics rave: Variety called it “a devilishly entertaining horror hybrid.”[1] Its cultural bite on fame’s dark underbelly elevates it above standard hauntings, making it essential viewing. At 87 minutes, it’s taut, terrifying and tragically addictive—pure Shudder gold.

  2. Infested (2024) – Shudder

    Elias Mouhammed’s French import, known as MadS, explodes onto Shudder with arachnophobic frenzy. Trapped in an apartment block, residents battle a rapidly mutating spider that grows to monstrous proportions. What starts as a siege thriller evolves into body-horror apocalypse, showcasing impressive practical creature work and claustrophobic tension akin to The Mist.

    The film’s strength is its relatable ensemble—immigrants, families, loners—whose fractures amplify the terror. No CGI shortcuts here; the spiders’ lifelike menace, crafted by French FX wizards, induces genuine squirms. Fangoria praises its “relentless pace and visceral kills.”[2] Ranking high for its global appeal and fresh take on isolation horror, it’s a gateway for bug-phobes and a triumph for international genre fare.

  3. Abigail (2024) – Hulu

    Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (Ready or Not) return with this ballerina-vampire bloodbath, a Hulu original starring Melissa Barrera and Kathryn Newton. A kidnapping plot twists when pint-sized Abigail reveals her fangs, turning hunters into hunted in a symphony of gore and gothic whimsy.

    Blending From Dusk Till Dawn vibes with The Lost Boys charm, it excels in ensemble dynamics and Alisha Weir’s malevolent child performance. The mansion setting, dripping with opulent decay, amplifies the siege stakes. Bloody ballets and betrayals keep the energy high, earning Rotten Tomatoes acclaim for its “joyous genre mash-up.”[3] Third place for its infectious fun amid the fangs.

  4. Tarot (2024) – Netflix

    Spielberg offspring Anna Elizabeth James directs this Netflix curse-fest, where friends’ tarot reading unleashes card-based killers. From The Hanged Man to The Hermit, each death manifests mythically, fusing slasher tropes with occult lore.

    Its visual flair—shadowy pursuits, symbolic kills—evokes Final Destination, but with divinatory dread. Harriet Slater and Adain Bradley anchor the panic, while the production’s polish suits binge viewing. Screen Rant notes its “creatively cruel demises.”[4] Solid mid-rank for accessible, fate-tempting thrills.

  5. The First Omen (2024) – Hulu

    Arkasha Stevenson’s prequel to The Omen arrives on Hulu, delving into a nun’s conspiracy to birth the Antichrist. Nell Tiger Free’s fervent performance drives this atmospheric slow-burn, rich with Vatican intrigue and folk-horror rituals.

    DP Dave Garbett’s Roman vistas contrast infernal underbelly, building to shocking body horror. It recontextualises the franchise with feminist undertones on faith and control. Empire hails it as “a blasphemous triumph.”[5] Fifth for revitalising classics with modern grit.

  6. Imaginary (2024) – Paramount+

    Jeff Wadlow’s Paramount+ chiller explores forgotten childhood imaginary friends turning malevolent. DeWanda Wise battles Chauncey the bear in a suburban nightmare blending Barbarian unease with Annabelle possession.

    Pyke Jacoby’s creature design terrifies, while psychological layers probe memory and trauma. Family fractures add emotional heft. Bloody Disgusting applauds its “unsettling nostalgia twist.”[6] Mid-list staple for parental paranoia.

  7. Sting (2024) – Hulu

    Kiah Roache-Turner’s Oz arachnid rampage hits Hulu: a comic-shop family faces a flesh-eating spider. Jermaine Fowler and Alyssa Dawson lead amid escalating kills, with inventive web traps and macro shots amplifying phobia.

    Echoing Arachnophobia but gorier, its kinetic pace suits short runtime. Horror Press loves the “pacy predator peril.”[7] Seventh for solid creature chaos.

  8. Exhuma (2024) – Shudder

    Lee Jong-gel’s Korean shamanic epic streams on Shudder, unearthing a cursed grave unleashing spirits. Ensemble shamans confront historical hauntings in folk-horror mastery.

    Expansive rituals and ghostly apparitions mesmerise, blending laughs with dread. Korea Herald deems it “genre-defining.”[8] Eighth for cultural depth.

  9. When Evil Lurks (2024) – Shudder

    Demián Rugna’s Argentinian rot-fest returns to Shudder: possessed livestock spreads demonic possession. Brothers’ rural flight devolves into apocalyptic viscera.

    Unflinching effects and folklore innovation shine post-Terrified. Dread Central: “Puts Midsommar to shame.”[9] Ninth for raw rural horror.

  10. Suitable Flesh (2024) – Shudder

    Stuart Gordon’s final body-swapper, based on Lovecraft, features Barbara Crampton swapping souls in psychedelic possession. Cult vibes abound.

    Queer undertones and practical swaps homage Re-Animator. Film Threat: “Lovecraftian legacy.”[10] Tenth for nostalgic nods.

Conclusion

This week’s streaming horror haul reaffirms the genre’s vitality, from Shudder’s indie dominance to Hulu and Netflix’s blockbusters. Late Night with the Devil leads for its perfect fusion of form and fright, but every entry offers unique terrors—be it spider sieges or satanic seeds. These originals not only entertain but evolve horror, reflecting societal anxieties through blood and shadow. Dive in, but dim the lights at your peril; what’s lurking in your watchlist might just stare back. Which will you stream first?

References

  • Variety review, 22 March 2024.
  • Fangoria, 25 April 2024.
  • Rotten Tomatoes consensus, May 2024.
  • Screen Rant, 3 May 2024.
  • Empire Magazine, 5 May 2024.
  • Bloody Disgusting, 8 March 2024.
  • Horror Press, 29 August 2024.
  • Korea Herald, 14 February 2024.
  • Dread Central, 6 October 2023.
  • Film Threat, 27 October 2023.

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