Ranking the Worst Horror Movies of 2025: From Disappointing to Disastrous
2025 was a mixed bag for horror films, with some hits and misses. While there were some standout movies, there were also a few that left audiences disappointed. Here are the worst horror movies of 2025, ranked from disappointing to disastrous.
One film that falls into the "so bad, it's good" category is a movie where Pete Davidson's character ends up working at a nursing home as part of his probation. The film is filled with stale and lifeless scenes, but the final ten minutes are so crazy that they provide some entertainment.
"I Know What You Did Last Summer" is a legacy sequel that missed the mark with lame kills, an annoying cast, and cringeworthy dialogue. The decision to make one of the original characters a killer was a letdown, and the film failed to capture the essence of its predecessors.
"The Ritual" is a film that suffers from being boring, a cardinal sin in filmmaking. The movie, based on "the real events behind The Exorcist," offers little in terms of originality and fails to engage the audience with its possession storyline.
Leigh Whannell, known for "The Invisible Man," took a misstep with a "Wolf Man" movie that lacked the iconic creature. The film, starring Julia Garner, missed the mark and left audiences questioning the filmmakers' choices.
The sequel to "The Strangers" failed to live up to expectations, with a lackluster storyline and a confusing marketing campaign. The film felt like a drawn-out continuation of the first movie, with questionable decisions that left viewers scratching their heads.
Despite the disappointments, 2025 had its share of good horror films. Share your thoughts on the best and worst horror movies of the year and what you're looking forward to in 2026. Here's hoping for a strong lineup of horror films in the coming year.