As the month of May begins, horror enthusiasts can look forward to a fresh lineup of chilling movies arriving on popular streaming platforms. While the big screen continues to deliver horror thrills in 2024, these titles are making their debut on smaller screens, offering a diverse range of subgenres to cater to every horror fan.
Annihilation (2018)
Streaming on Paramount Plus (US), Netflix (UK, AU)
Alex Garland’s follow-up to “Ex Machina,” “Annihilation” is a complete blend of environmental cautionary tale and body horror. Natalie Portman leads a team of scientists into the mysterious Shimmer, an alien-infested area in Florida from which no one has returned—except her husband, the lone survivor of previous missions.
The group encounters biologically impossible creatures and disturbing temporal anomalies that disorient both the characters and the audience, leaving everything shrouded in an mystery.
Cabin in the Woods (2012)
Streaming on Peacock (US), MGM+ (UK), Netflix (AU)
“Cabin in the Woods,” a meta-slasher film, deftly weaves together horror tropes into a fresh and entertaining mythology. Penned by Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard in a weekend frenzy, this movie follows five college friends who retreat to a remote cabin for a getaway. As they exhibit bizarre behaviour, events take a sinister turn when they explore the cabin’s basement. Even if you know the twist, the film remains enjoyable with each viewing, offering a delightful blend of horror and humour.
Fire in the Sky (1993)
Streaming on Prime Video/Paramount Plus (US), Rent or buy (UK/AU)
Based on the alleged true story of Travis Walton, “Fire in the Sky” recounts the terrifying ordeal of an Arizona logger who claims to have been abducted by aliens. Despite the scepticism surrounding Walton’s account, the film delivers genuine scares, especially during the harrowing flashback depicting his encounter. This sequence, which unfolds after Walton’s disappearance, has haunted viewers and sparked many sleepless nights due to its eerie depiction of alien abduction.
These movies, ranging from psychological horror to supernatural thrillers, offer a selection for horror fans to discover this May. Whether revisiting classics like “Fire in the Sky” or the mind-bending world of “Annihilation,” there’s something for everyone’s terror buds in this month’s streaming lineup.
