5. His House (2020)
A Sudanese couple, fleeing war, starts a new life in an English town only to discover an evil lurking in their new home. As their past haunts them, the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, and they face a horror that won’t let go. It’s a poignant and powerful tale that transcends traditional ghost stories.
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4. Apostle (2018)
In this Netflix Original folk horror, a man travels to a remote island to rescue his sister from a mysterious cult. As he delves deeper into the community, he uncovers dark secrets and blood-soaked rituals. A blend of folk horror and gruesome suspense makes this island adventure a chilling quest for survival.
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3. Cargo (2017)
Of course Netflix had to get in on the zombie game! But this tale is a little more poignant. An infected father has 48 hours to find safety for his infant daughter before he turns into a zombie. As he navigates a post-apocalyptic Australian landscape, he encounters both horrors and humanity. It’s an emotionally charged zombie drama that will tug at your undead heartstrings.
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2. The Ritual (2017)
Another folk horror favorite from Netflix, The Ritual follows A group of friends as they embark on a hiking trip in Sweden, only to find themselves stalked by an ancient entity. Nightmares, paranoia, and terror unfold as they lose their way in the dense forest. It’s a psychological horror that turns a wilderness adventure into a descent into madness.
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1. The Pale Blue Eye (2022)
This gothic thriller sees a young Edgar Allan Poe teaming up with a detective (played by Christian Bale) to solve a series of murders at the West Point Military Academy. As they unravel the mysteries, they plunge into a world filled with dark secrets and horror. A poetic and spine-chilling tribute to one of the greatest writers of the macabre. Netflix goes goth with this original.
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There you have it, my dear fear aficionados! These ten Netflix Originals offer a blend of psychological terror, supernatural suspense, and gruesome delight. From twisted killers to haunted houses, this list promises to chill your bones and thrill your senses. Now, dim those lights and dive into the terror – happy streaming!
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