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‘Weapons’ Arrived on Max: 10 Horror Gems to Watch Next on the Platform

If you just caught "Weapons" on Max, these ten horror films are the perfect follow-up.

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Horror fans, rejoice: Zach Cregger’s latest fright fest has finally arrived on Max. In “Weapons,” all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at the exact same time, leaving a community desperate for answers. The film’s two hours and eight minutes are packed with adrenaline and suspense, and if you’re still craving more after the final scene, here are ten elite horror picks on the same streaming platform to keep the terror going.

Bring Her Back (2025)

It’s hard to imagine a more chilling portrayal of parental grief than the one delivered by Sally Hawkins in this shocker. From the creators of “Talk to Me,” “Bring Her Back” sees two newly orphaned step-siblings placed in the care of an eccentric foster mother whose overwhelming, all-consuming need to resurrect her own dead daughter leads her down a path of unspeakable occult horror. The rising tension and sense of dread are masterful, but it’s Hawkins’ unsettling, deeply sympathetic performance that will burrow under your skin.

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Sinners (2025)

Ryan Coogler ventures into the supernatural in a big way with this period piece set in the 1930s Mississippi Delta. Identical twin brothers—both played by a stellar Michael B. Jordan—return home to open a juke joint, only to find themselves up against a creeping, supernatural evil that preys on the community’s past and present. Mixing gothic Southern atmosphere with sharp social commentary and visceral vampire thrills, “Sinners” is an ambitious epic that never sacrifices its character-driven heart for its scares.

Talk to Me (2022)

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If you thought you knew the rules of possession movies, prepare to be schooled. This Australian hit from sibling directors Danny and Michael Philippou revolves around a group of teens who discover a disturbing party trick: summoning spirits using an embalmed hand. The high is addictive, but of course, they soon take things too far, tearing open the door to a terrifying supernatural entity.

Hereditary (2018)

Let’s talk about a movie that redefined cinematic dread. Ari Aster’s feature debut is less a horror film and more a devastating, suffocating examination of generational trauma—that just happens to feature some truly unforgettable terror. Following the death of the family’s secretive matriarch, the Graham family unravels in spectacular, nightmarish fashion, revealing dark secrets and a sinister destiny. Toni Collette delivers one of the most blistering, unforgettable performances in modern horror history.

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The Witch (2015)

Before “Hereditary,” there was Robert Eggers’ masterpiece of folk horror. Set in 17th-century New England, this film follows a Puritan family who are banished from their plantation and attempt to start a new life on the edge of an ominous, isolated forest. When their infant son vanishes and their crops fail, they turn on each other, believing dark forces are at play. Eggers’ meticulous attention to language and period detail creates an atmosphere of chilling authenticity and paranoia.

It Follows (2014)

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One of the most innovative concepts in recent horror history drives this 2014 gem. For college student Jay, a seemingly innocent sexual encounter results in her being stalked by a relentless, shape-shifting entity that only she can see—and it moves slowly, but never stops. David Robert Mitchell uses wide, deliberate shots and a haunting, synth-heavy score to craft a film that feels both timeless and deeply modern, turning the anxiety of young adulthood into a palpable, constant threat.

It Comes at Night (2017)

This post-apocalyptic psychological thriller is less about jump scares and more about the corrosive nature of fear itself. A family holed up in a remote, heavily secured home attempts to survive an unnamed, highly contagious threat that has decimated the outside world. When a desperate young couple seeks refuge, the two families’ uneasy alliance quickly deteriorates into suspicion and paranoia. Director Trey Edward Shults expertly twists the screws of human distrust until the true horror is revealed to be less about what’s outside, and everything about what’s lurking within.

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Evil Dead Rise (2023)

Need something with a little more blood and guts after all that psychological terror? This entry in the iconic “Evil Dead” franchise is a relentlessly gory, utterly frantic ride that shifts the action from a remote cabin to a dilapidated Los Angeles apartment building. A chance discovery of the infamous Book of the Dead unleashes a wave of Deadite terror upon a family, forcing a young woman to fight for her sister and her nieces and nephews. Director Lee Cronin delivers on the promise of the series with inventive, over-the-top practical effects and a sense of mounting chaos.

Trap (2024)

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M. Night Shyamalan returns to his high-concept thriller roots with this utterly unnerving picture. A father takes his daughter to a massive pop concert, only to realize the entire event is a massive police sting operation designed to catch a notorious serial killer. The film is a masterclass in tension, switching perspective early on to put you inside the mind of the predator as he desperately tries to evade capture in a confined, hyper-public space.

Heretic (2024)

Hugh Grant gives a stunningly unsettling performance as Mr. Reed, a seemingly innocuous, middle-aged man visited by two young Mormon missionaries. What starts as a simple religious discussion quickly devolves into a twisted, philosophical trap as the cynical, eccentric man locks the women in his home to test—and break—their faith. Director Scott Beck and Bryan Woods (the writers behind “A Quiet Place”) craft a tense, dialogue-heavy chamber piece that uses its confined space for maximum psychological and physical terror.

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Clara is about to graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Writing Arts at the National University of Arts in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In her role as a writer for Spoiler US, she covers movies, TV shows, streaming platforms, celebrities, and other topics of entertainment and general interest. Since 2021, she has been working as a film critic for Bendito Spoiler, Cinema Saturno, and Peliplat, attending festivals, conducting interviews, and regularly participating in cinematic debate podcasts. Her main focus of work is in the horror genre.

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