January 31, 2024
Whispers among the trees, unseen footsteps crunching on fallen leaves, the eerie sense that you’re not alone… forests can evoke primal fears, serving as perfect backdrops for chilling tales of horror. To send a shiver down your spine and keep you firmly at the edge of your seat, we’ve scoured the fearful foliage to bring you the 10 Best Horror Forest Movies. These are the tales that bind natural beauty to supernatural terror, reminding you that sometimes, the most frightening monsters aren’t found in the darkness of the closet, but in the seemingly endless expanse of the wild woodland.
Something In The Woods is a nerve-jangling independent feature inspired by true events. The story grips you as it unravels the eerie account of the Hartman family. Placed deep in the forest, their secluded farmhouse becomes the unsettling locale of their encounters with a legendary creature that has taken an interest in them. Set in the late 1960s, the aura of the film and its setting amps up your heart rate to an alarming pace.
Watch Something In The Woods on Reveel
Succumbing to primal fears and the whispers among the trees, Shadowmarsh is a chilling tale that reveals the horrifying truth about a town’s ancient evil hidden within its forest. When forced to move back to their old home, Jacob and his niece Piper slowly begin to unravel the sinister secrets of the town and the lurking demonic presence in the woods.
In the unforgiving wilderness of the Black Tree Forest, a band of friends embarks on their annual hike. The tranquil woodlands quickly turn into a maze of horror as a masked killer begins a terrifying game of cat and mouse. All the while, the relentless dread amplifies with each chilling murder.
Watch Terror at Black Tree Forest on Reveel
What was meant to be a peaceful retreat to a forest holiday home takes a sinister turn when a nearby sinkhole begins spewing hot sulfur. But the perils of Mother Earth are just a prelude to the unimaginable horrors that soon follow. As the friends start behaving unnaturally, they slowly discern that an evil force from another dimension too, has slipped into theirs.
Watch Beyond the Woods on Reveel
Caught in a wicked web of deceit and abandoned in a wilderness cabin, a woman finds herself facing an altogether extraterrestrial terror. The Astral Woods gifts you with more than a simple premise; it takes you on a haunting trek into an otherworldly secret hidden deep within the woods. A forest, a scam, and an uncanny mystery, The Astral Woods will have you on the edge of your seat and your heart pounding in your chest with every suspenseful moment.
Watch The Astral Woods on Reveel
In a chilling blend of reality TV and nightmarish terror, Dark Forest sends a group of participants into the wilderness for what is supposed to be a slice of televised thrill, only to find themselves pursued by an unimaginable menace lurking in the shadows. This Brazilian indie horror gem, masterfully orchestrated by Danyel Luckaz, is a tense and gripping exploration of man versus the unknown, transforming the natural landscape into a stage for unrelenting horror and suspense.
Watch Dark Forest (2023) on Reveel
In a bone-chilling predicament that serves as the worst nightmare for many, ‘Why?’ delves into the terror-ridden situation of a lonely writer, Blake Sinclair, as she grapples for survival against a relentless killer. Isolated deep within the menacing woods where her desperate pleas for help echo unanswered, ‘Why?’ plots a spine-tingling narrative that thrives on the primal fear of the unknown.
What begins as a therapeutic getaway in an island in Upstate New York, supposed to save their failing marriage, takes a horrifying turn when the husband begins exhibiting strange behaviours and dramatically changing – emotionally, mentally, and physically. When their last ditch effort for reconciliation spirals into a fight for survival, the seclusion of the forest adds to the increasing terror.
Evoking a sense of gnawing dread and chilling suspense, The Dark at the End of the Tunnel sees a young woman grappling with her responsibilities and psychological demons in the seemingly tranquil embrace of a forest. But this is no ordinary forest. It is a chilling nightmare teeming with unspeakable horrors that mercilessly hunt her down.
Watch The Dark at the End of the Tunnel on Reveel
Taking you back to a simpler yet-no-less sinister era, this 90s set horror unveils the harrowing tale of three teens who mysteriously vanish in the woods. As the sinister blanket of mystery surrounding their disappearance thickens, a proud and relentless father embarks on a perilous quest to recover his lost young, undeterred by the malevolent forces that cloak the natural splendour of the forest in a veil of fear.
What if we are alone in the universe? This question is at the core of the short film Laniakea. Originally created as a college project by Dima Taran, the film went on to take on a life of its own when it found an audience online with nearly 800,000 views in one year. The beautifully […]
read more
Sometimes the best stories aren’t the longest, they are the shortest. Short films have perfected the art of telling a captivating story in just a few minutes and animated shorts are some of the most enjoyable short film experiences. Animated short films can take us to new worlds full of human creativity or they can […]
read more
Most, if not all, children had night terrors growing up. Some would hide under the covers. Others would yell for their parents. Kid-version Jason Ragosta, screenwriter and director, decided to make a deal with his monsters where he would bring them to life through drawing and in exchange they would protect him. Years later, Jason […]
read more
“There’s always a Filipino somewhere” is a well-known fact, and it’s true even in streaming platforms. Of course we have some right here in Reveel. From the adrenaline-infused streets of Manila to the sun-kissed beaches of Maui, Filipinos offer up their kaleidoscope of stories that resonate with emotional depth, unexpected thrills, and quirky humor. Ready […]
read more
Superman has been a career-defining role for many actors, dating back to Christopher Reeve’s iconic portrayal. Now, David Corenswet steps into the cape as the latest actor to embody the Man of Steel. But wait, who’s this David guy? Where on Earth (or beyond) did he come from? Get ready because we’re about to take […]
read more
Are you in the mood for a chillingly good time but not quite ready to dive under the covers at the slightest creak of a floorboard? Then you’re in luck! Our carefully curated selection keeps the thrill without sending the chills down your spine. Prepare to enter the realm of suspense and psychological twists with […]
read more
Phantom of the Opera meets K-pop? Now that’s a mash-up we didn’t know we needed! “Phantom: The Musical” is coming onto the scene, giving the classic tale a fresh story. This adaptation combines the opera with cinematic elements to create a distinct experience. To better understand this unique production, we reached out to Eddie Aronoff, […]
read more
In the heart of Los Angeles, where cultures collide and dreams are forged, a young Asian American director is leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape. Hon Hoang, a Vietnamese American artist armed with a psychology degree from UCLA, wields his camera like a poet’s pen, capturing the profound depths of the human experience […]
read more
Family has a lot of different meanings. It can transcend blood and forge a bond through commitment along with choice. Kenneth R. Frank, a writer and director, delves into this profound concept through his feature film, Family Obligations. With a desire to explore the intricacies of familial obligations, he invites us on a journey of […]
read more
Oh man, remember that little dude from Life of Pi? The one stranded on that lifeboat with the tiger? Well, let me tell you, that kid is all grown up now and still as talented (if not more!) as he was then. Suraj Sharma, the former child star, is now in his 30s. Let’s catch […]
read moreSign up for our newsletter
