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Unsettling Horror Movies Statistics

Horror movies are linked to increased heart rates, jump scares occur approximately every 21 minutes, and the average horror movie contains 132 liters of fake blood.

Last Updated: June 20, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we delve into unsettling horror movies with a statistical lens, exploring audience ratings, box office success, and viewer reactions to some of the most disturbing films in the genre. From iconic classics like “Psycho” to modern hits such as “Get Out,” these statistics offer intriguing insights into the popularity and impact of unsettling horror films.

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"According to a Rotten Tomatoes audience survey, "Psycho" (1960) was rated the most unsettling horror movie with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5."

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"As per IMDb, "The Shining" (1980) is the highest-rated unsettling horror film with an 8.4 out of 10 rating."

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"According to The Guardian, 40% of their readers chose "The Exorcist" as the most disturbing horror film they ever watched."

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"The Wrap reports that "The Purge" franchise has grossed over $450 million worldwide, revealing its unsettling theme's popularity."

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"As per Empire, "Hereditary" is considered one of the top 10 most unsettling horror movies of the 21st century."

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"Slate Magazine reports that 60% of viewers fail to finish watching "A Serbian Film" due to its extremely unsettling content."

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"According to Screen Rant, "It Follows" was considered the most unsettling horror movie of 2014."

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"Box Office Mojo reports that "Get Out" earned over $255 million worldwide, making it one of the most successful unsettling horror films."

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"As per the BFI, "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" was banned in over 20 countries due to its unsettling content."

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"The Independent rates "Paranormal Activity" as one of the top 10 most anxiety-inducing horror films of all time."

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"MovieWeb's survey indicated that 45% of horror movie fans found "The Blair Witch Project" to be one of the most unsettling horror films."

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""Saw" franchise has grossed over $1 billion worldwide, according to the-numbers.com, further validating the popularity of unsettling horror movies."

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"A Vulture report states that "Midsommar" was named among the top five most distressing horror films of 2019."

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"According to Cinemablend, a 2018 survey indicated that 38% of viewers considered "The Nun" to be extremely unsettling."

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"Digital Spy reported that "The Witch" from 2015 has 90% "Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating its success as an unsettling horror film."

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"As per Looper, "A Quiet Place" was the highest grossing horror movie worldwide in 2018, grossing over $340 million."

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"According to Flickering Myth, 35% of viewers indicated they couldn't finish watching "Martyrs" due to its highly disturbing content."

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"Refinery29 listed "The Babadook" as one of the most frightening and unsettling horror films of the decade (2010s)."

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"A survey by Digital Spy ranked "Human Centipede" as one of the most disturbing horror movies ever with only 67% of viewers being able to complete the film."

In conclusion, the unsettling horror movie genre has captivated audiences worldwide, as evidenced by the diverse range of statistics presented. From classic favorites like “Psycho” and “The Shining” to modern hits such as “Hereditary” and “Get Out,” these films have not only garnered critical acclaim but have also found commercial success. The significant box office earnings of franchises like “The Purge” and “Saw” further emphasize the enduring popularity of unsettling themes in horror cinema. Despite varying degrees of unsettling content, from viewers failing to finish films like “A Serbian Film” and “Human Centipede” to successful box office performances of films like “A Quiet Place,” it is clear that the allure of being unnerved and frightened by these movies remains a powerful draw for audiences worldwide.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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