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Horror movies have been a part of cinema since 1896, when the film Le Manoir Du Diable (The House of the Devil) came out. While that movie was only three minutes long, it invoked a feeling of fear in the audience. Since then, there have been over thousands of movies that are considered part of the genre, as people enjoy the feeling of fear on the big screen. But what are the best horror movies of all time?
Each year, there are dozens of horror movies released–and even more during Halloween season. Whether it be a murderous monster, a spooky ghost, psychological elements, or grounded, scary moments, audiences love feeling fear because it’s exciting.
So looking through the history of horror movies, which ones are the among the greatest the genre has ever seen? What have audiences and critics found to be the best of all time? Don’t worry, we have you covered. Whether it be the undead, a slashing murderer, or a mad scientist, there are plenty of iconic films to discuss. Using GameSpot’s sister site, Metacritic, we found the top 20 horror movies of all time. Starting with number 20, here are the most critically acclaimed horror films in history.
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