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.

Grab your popcorn, 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.