5 Horror Movies With The Best Titles

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There are some horror movie titles that feel obvious or on the nose, and fans shrug, deciding to watch them based on the plot and not necessarily on what they're called. Then there are the films that have brilliant, exciting names that say a lot about the story, the characters, and the main themes. It's clear that the filmmakers put a lot of time, thought and effort into them and it's even more fun to watch the movies and see what they're all about.

From some iconic films in the horror genre to Ti West's 2022 film that has gotten a lot of well-earned praise, there are some horror movie titles that stick out for being just as interesting and cool as the movies themselves.

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The incredibly popular 1978 horror film Halloween truly has a brilliant title. The October 31st holiday has always been one of the best horror movie settings as it offers up costumes, cool weather, a sense of excitement and fear in the air, and the idea that anything can happen. Final girl Laurie Strode's (Jamie Lee Curtis) journey doesn't feel like it could take place at any other time of year as the whole story hinges on her being a babysitter and trying to protect young kids and save herself.

When a horror movie has a smart title, fans can't possibly picture the film being called something else, and that's definitely the case with Halloween. While there are other films set at the same time of year, nothing comes close. Trick 'r Treat's monster Sam also perfectly evoves this fall holiday as he has a pumpkin for a head (and that's a good movie title as well).

Many consider Misery the best Stephen King adaptation and it's easy to see why. James Caan and Kathy Bates give the story their all as Paul Sheldon and Annie