Netflix's Top Horror Movies and Series That Will Make It Hard to Watch Alone

Netflix’s Top Horror Movies and Series That Will Make It Hard to Watch Alone

If you enjoy horror and even a little fear excites you, Netflix has a pretty solid collection of Indian horror. There are not only jump scares but also dark stories, psychological fear and slow burn tension. Below is a list of movies and series that can make you want to keep the lights on at night.

Shaitaan: A Dark Psychological Horror

Shaitaan | Official Trailer | Ajay Devgan, R Madhavan | Netflix India

Shaitaan is a film that doesn’t rely solely on ghosts. It depicts a game of mind control, fear and helplessness. The tension between the characters of Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan makes the film heavier. The story slowly creeps in and holds its grip till the end. This is perfect for those who like disturbing cinema more than loud horror.

Bulbbul is silent but very scary.

Bulbbul | Official Trailer | Tripti Dimri, Rahul Bose, Avinash Tiwary | Netflix India

Bulbbul is a different type of horror film. It is less noisy, but the atmosphere is very heavy. The character of Tripti Dimri seems to have won in a Gothic world. The film combines superstition, revenge and female pain with horror. This movie slowly affects both the heart and mind.

Ghoul: A Short but Short Horror Series

Ghoul | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix

Ghoul is a short series, but its impact is quite strong. Radhika Apte’s role is intense and the story starts from the interrogation room and turns into psychological horror. This series does not have many episodes, hence it is perfect for binge watch.

Kali Khuhi is a story of superstition and curse.

Kaali Khuhi | Official Trailer | Shabana Azmi, Leela Samson, Sanjeeda Sheikh | Netflix India

Kaali Khuhi is the story of a village where past sins and a curse ruin everyone’s lives. The mood of the film is dark and the fear running in the background makes you feel uneasy. This movie is for those who like folklore and village horror.

Tumbbad: The Benchmark of Indian Horror

Tumbbad Trailer #1 (2018) | Movieclips Indie

Tumbbad is called the masterclass of Indian horror. It is not only a story of fear but also of greed. The visuals, sound design and mythological touch take this film to a different level. This movie gets stuck in the mind after watching it once.

Pari is not cute, but creepy.

Pari Trailer | Anushka Sharma | Parambrata Chatterjee | Releasing on Mar 2

While the name Pari may seem soft, the film’s content is quite dark. Anushka Sharma’s character is linked to a secret that slowly comes to light. The film has a good mix of occult, rituals and suspense. This may seem more disturbing than horror.

Indian Version of Betaal Zombie Horror

Betaal Official Trailer | Viineet Kumar, Aahana Kumra, Suchitra Pillai | 24 May | Netflix India

Betaal is a zombie based horror series. The military background and the concept of cursed tunnel makes it interesting. There is a feeling of danger in every episode. If you like horror with zombies and action, then this series is worth a try.

Lupt is a film based on psychological fear.

Lupt Official Hindi Trailer | Javed Jaaferi | Hindi Movies 2021 | Vijay Raaz | Natasa Stankovic

Lupt is a psychological horror film in which it becomes difficult to distinguish between reality and hallucination. Javed Jaffrey’s serious role gives a different tone to the film. The story is a bit slow, but the atmosphere is quite unsettling.

final words

Horror isn’t just one type on Netflix. Here you get everything from psychological fear, supernatural stories, social horror and zombie chaos. If you have strong nerves and seriously enjoy horror, then this list will be useful for you. Just one advice, think twice before watching these movies and series alone and in the dark.