Stream and Scream: 10 Must-Watch Horror Movies on Peacock

Horror fans, rejoice — your next scary movie binge won’t cost you a dime. With Walmart+, you get access to either Paramount+ Essential or Peacock Premium included in your membership. You can keep one streaming benefit active at a time, and after 90 days, you’re free to switch or cancel. Already braved the frights on Paramount+? Time to fire up Peacock and load up a fresh lineup of slashers, thrillers, and supernatural chills.

Get yourself a spooky snack, dim the lights, and prepare to stream some of the scariest movies Peacock has to offer.

1. You’re Next (2011)

When masked intruders crash a family reunion, the party turns bloody. With dark humor, brutal twists, and one unforgettable final girl, this slasher keeps you guessing.

• Scare-o-Meter: (3/5)
• Best for: Slasher fans who love clever survival stories.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 0:40:00 — the dinner table attack.

2. Psycho (1960)

Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary thriller about a woman on the run who checks into a roadside motel with an unnerving caretaker. Still one of the most unsettling psychological horrors ever made.

• Scare-o-Meter: (3/5)
• Best for: Fans of classic suspense and psychological chills.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 0:47:00 — the infamous shower scene.

3. Drag Me to Hell (2009)

A loan officer’s life unravels after denying an elderly woman’s plea, unleashing a terrifying curse. Full of grotesque visuals and relentless jump scares.

• Scare-o-Meter: (4/5)
• Best for: Fans of Sam Raimi’s over-the-top horror.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 0:25:00 — the first demonic encounter in the parking garage.

4. Candyman (2021)

This chilling reimagining of the ’90s classic blends supernatural horror with sharp social commentary. Say his name five times … if you dare.

• Scare-o-Meter: (4/5)
• Best for: Viewers who like modern horror with a message.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 0:55:00 — the high-rise bathroom scene.

5. Villains (2019)

Two petty criminals break into a house, only to realize the homeowners are far more twisted than they are. Equal parts dark comedy and nerve-shredding horror.

• Scare-o-Meter: (2/5)
• Best for: Fans of quirky, offbeat horror.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 0:30:00 — when the intruders discover the basement.

6. The Thing (1982)

An Antarctic research crew faces a shape-shifting alien that can imitate any living thing. Suspicion and paranoia mount in this sci-fi horror masterpiece.

• Scare-o-Meter: (4/5)
• Best for: Fans of creature features and practical effects.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 1:00:00 — the blood test scene.

7. When a Stranger Calls (2006)

A teenage babysitter receives a series of increasingly disturbing phone calls … until she learns they’re coming from inside the house.

• Scare-o-Meter: (2/5)
• Best for: Fans of urban legend–style thrillers.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 0:35:00 — the police trace the call.

8. Tragedy Girls (2017)

Two social-media-obsessed teens take gruesome measures to achieve online fame. A sharp mix of satire, comedy, and gore.

• Scare-o-Meter: (2/5)
• Best for: Horror-comedy fans who like dark, ironic twists.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 0:50:00 — when their obsession takes a deadly turn.

9. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

This low-budget cult classic redefined horror with its gritty, documentary-style approach and the unforgettable terror of Leatherface. Following a group of friends who stumble into a rural nightmare, it remains one of the most disturbing and influential horror films ever made.

• Scare-o-Meter: (4/5)
• Best for: Fans of raw, unrelenting slasher horror and horror history buffs.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 0:35:00 — when Leatherface makes his first appearance with the chainsaw.

10. The Birds (1963)

A small town is terrorized by inexplicable bird attacks. A slow build that spreads its wings (sorry) into another Hitchcock masterpiece.

• Scare-o-Meter: (3/5)
• Best for: Fans of atmospheric horror classics.
• Biggest Scare Timestamp: 1:20:00 — the schoolyard attack.

Killer Franchises on Peacock

Want a full-on horror marathon? Peacock is home to iconic slashers and cult favorites:

• Halloween (1978–2022): Follow Michael Myers through decades of terror.
• Child’s Play (1988–2019): Meet Chucky, the doll no one asked for.
• Scream (1996–2023): The meta-slasher series with yet another sequel (Scream 7) on the way in 2026.

How to Watch Peacock with Walmart+

Getting started is simple:

1. Sign up for Walmart+ (if you haven’t already). Membership includes free shipping, grocery delivery, and exclusive discounts.
2. Activate Peacock Premium with ads through your Walmart+ account page.
3. Download the Peacock app on your TV, phone, or streaming device.
4. Log in and start streaming — from Psycho to The Thing and beyond.

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