The holidays might seem like a time for sugarplum fairies and cozy cocoa nights, but for fans of Christmas horror movies, it’s all about the deadly decorations and killer Santas. Whether you love classic slashers or offbeat fright fests, these films bring a little yuletide terror to your winter watchlist. Let’s dive in!
15. Don’t Open Till Christmas (1984)
Nothing screams “holiday cheer” like a killer with a vendetta against Santa impersonators. This gritty British slasher follows a string of murders across London, where every victim is someone dressed in the iconic red suit. With its sleazy charm and over-the-top kills, it’s a cult favorite for fans of grimy Christmas horror movies.
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14. Inside (2007)
This French extreme horror gem brings the terror home—literally. Set during the Christmas season, a pregnant woman battles a relentless intruder who has sinister plans for her unborn child. The holiday backdrop adds a chilling contrast to the film’s intense violence, making it a brutal standout for those who can handle the carnage.
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13. Christmas Evil (1980)
This cult classic, also known as You Better Watch Out, dives into the mind of a man obsessed with Christmas. When his grip on reality slips, he trades gift-giving for murder. Equal parts psychological thriller and slasher, this offbeat entry in the Christmas horror movie genre is as weird as it is unsettling.
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12. Dead End (2003)
A family road trip to Grandma’s house on Christmas Eve takes a terrifying detour when they encounter a desolate stretch of road with no end in sight. Packed with eerie twists and dark humor, this supernatural chiller proves that the scariest part of the holidays isn’t the in-laws—it’s getting there.
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11. Jack Frost (1997)
This campy cult favorite turns Frosty the Snowman into a frosty serial killer. After a freak accident, a killer’s soul is fused with a snowman’s body, unleashing a murderous rampage. Jack Frost is absurd, hilarious, and gloriously gory—a perfect pick for fans of so-bad-it’s-good Christmas horror movies.
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