Top 6 Horror Movies You Shouldn't Watch If You're Easily Scared

Ringu is a Japanese horror film directed by Hideo Nakata, starring Nanako Matsushima, Miki Nakatani, and Yuko Takeuchi. The story begins with Masami (Hitomi Sato) telling her friend about a cursed videotape: watch it, and you'll die within a week. To seek revenge, Tomoko watches the tape with a friend during a trip, but shortly after, Tomoko dies in the kitchen, and Masami loses her sanity. Tomoko's aunt, Reiko Asakawa (Nanako Matsushima), a reporter, investigates the mysterious tape, especially after her niece's death. Reiko and her ex-husband uncover the truth about the tape and its chilling prophecy, one that predicted a volcanic eruption 40 years ago. As the mystery unravels, disaster begins to close in on them. This film will send chills down your spine with its unexpected, terrifying scenes. Based on a popular novel, Ringu became an unexpected success, grossing ¥12 billion (about $137 million) on a modest budget of just $1.2 million. To this day, it remains Japan's most popular and terrifying horror film, and Hollywood remade it in 2002 as 'The Ring,' starring Naomi Watts. Despite the success of the remake, the original Ringu is still considered the superior version, known for its unique and deeply unsettling horror elements.

The Exorcist is a classic horror film directed by Randal Einhorn, starring Ben Daniels, Geena Davis, Alfonso Herrera, Brianne Howey, Hannah, Andrew Morgado, and Melissa Russell. The film is based on the 1971 novel by William Peter Blatty, telling the story of an exorcism performed on a young boy in Cottage City, Maryland, by Father William S. Bowdern, a priest who studied at St. Louis University and St. Louis University High School. The family, devout Catholics, believes the boy's strange behavior is caused by demonic possession and seeks the help of Father Walter Halloran to perform the exorcism. Despite director Friedkin's reluctance to discuss the film's early development, the movie, though modified from the real-life events, still aims to capture the essence of the original story...

The film leaves viewers haunted long after the credits roll. However, certain scenes that challenge religious beliefs led to its banning in several countries. Released in the U.S. by Warner Bros. on December 26, 1973, The Exorcist received 10 Oscar nominations at the 46th Academy Awards, winning two for 'Best Sound' and 'Best Adapted Screenplay,' despite losing 'Best Picture' to The Sting. It became one of the highest-grossing films of all time, earning over $441 million worldwide and remains the first horror film to be nominated for 'Best Picture' in Oscar history...

The Curse of the Dark Shadow is the third installment in the famous Japanese horror series directed by Masayuki Ochiai, featuring actors Shô Aoyagi, Yoshihiko Hakamada, and Yasuhito Hida. Released in 2014, the film, like others in the Ju-On series, tells the haunting story of those who fall victim to the curse of Kayako and Toshio, a mother and child brutally murdered by the husband in their home.

In this third part, the story follows a dedicated teacher who becomes concerned about a student who has been absent for several days. When she visits the student's house, she unknowingly steps into the cursed space, leading to her husband's death at the hands of the vengeful spirits of Kayako and Toshio. The film keeps viewers on edge with its sudden, shocking moments and eerie sound effects, creating not just suspense but a lasting sense of dread.

This supernatural horror film, directed by James Wan, premiered in 2013 and has since spawned two successful sequels. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson star as Ed and Lorraine Warren, paranormal investigators whose real-life cases inspired the novel Amityville Horror. In this film, the Warrens are called to assist the Perron family (Ron Livingston and Lili Taylor), who are experiencing terrifying events at their farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island. The story begins in 1968 with a recounting of a haunted doll named Annabelle, which is believed to be possessed and locked away in a room full of cursed items. In 1971, the Perron family moves into a new home, where strange occurrences unfold—from the family's dog refusing to enter the house to their daughter sleepwalking and injuring herself. The chilling events promise a nerve-wracking experience for all who watch.

The Conjuring was released in the United States and Canada on July 19, 2013, in the UK and India on August 2, 2013, and in Vietnam on September 6, 2013. The film received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was also a box office hit, grossing over $318 million worldwide on a budget of just $20 million.

Mama (2013) is a supernatural horror film that tells the eerie tale of two girls who mysteriously disappeared in the forest after their mother was murdered. Years later, they are found alive and begin a new life, only to realize that something, or someone, is still following them each night. When the girls' father kills their mother, Victoria and Lilly suddenly vanish near their suburban neighborhood. For five years, their uncle Lucas (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) and his girlfriend Annabel (Jessica Chastain) search desperately for the girls.

Miraculously, the children are discovered living alone in a decaying cabin. They are welcomed into Lucas and Annabel's home, where Annabel attempts to help the girls adjust to a normal life. However, she soon begins to sense an ominous presence within the house. Is it just the psychological trauma of the girls, or is there something truly supernatural at play? As Annabel uncovers the chilling answers, she begins hearing whispers before sleep, coming from something far more sinister. This film is filled with terrifying moments and a lingering sense of dread, making it not suitable for the faint of heart.

Saw is a 2004 horror film directed by James Wan, marking his feature film debut. Written by Leigh Whannell, the screenplay was based on a story by both Wan and Whannell. The film stars Cary Elwes, Danny Glover, Monica Potter, Michael Emerson, Ken Leung, Tobin Bell, and Whannell. The plot follows Elwes and Whannell, who wake up to find themselves trapped in a dilapidated bathroom. Neither of them knows how they ended up there or what awaits them. Alongside them lies a dead body and a headless corpse. They soon realize that they are victims of a deranged killer who enjoys putting people in deadly situations as part of his twisted games.

The screenplay was written in 2001, but after multiple failed attempts to get it produced, Wan and Whannell moved to Los Angeles. To attract investors, they filmed a low-budget short film based on a scene from the script, which ultimately led to the success of the project. In 2003, Evolution Entertainment signed on to produce, and the newly established Twisted Pictures helped bring the film to life. Saw premiered on January 19, 2004, with Lionsgate acquiring the rights and releasing it in the U.S. and Canada on October 29, 2004. While the film received mixed critical reviews, it gained a cult following. Despite its low budget, Saw performed exceedingly well at the box office, grossing over $100 million globally, becoming one of the most profitable horror films since Scream. The film's success quickly led to the release of Saw II in October of the same year.