Some of the well - known ones are 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. It introduced the iconic vampire character. Another is 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley, which explored the concept of creating life unnaturally. And 'The Shining' by Stephen King, with its spooky hotel setting and psychological horror.
One of the top ten is 'Swamp Thing' which has a really eerie and otherworldly feel as it tells the story of a being that is part plant, part human and the strange happenings in the swamp. 'Sandman' by Neil Gaiman also has elements of horror in it. The world of dreams and nightmares that Gaiman creates is filled with all kinds of spooky and fascinating characters. And 'Preacher' which has some really dark and grotesque elements, exploring themes of good and evil in a very unorthodox way.
Well, 'Dracula' is definitely on the list. It has been adapted countless times and is a classic in gothic horror. Then there's 'Frankenstein'. The idea of a man - made creature seeking revenge and its own place in the world is both terrifying and thought - provoking. 'The Monk' by Matthew Lewis is also part of the top ten. It's a very dark and complex novel that deals with themes of sin, lust, and the supernatural. The atmosphere in these novels is usually gloomy, with elements like old mansions, strange noises, and otherworldly creatures that make them so appealing in the gothic horror genre.
Some well - known ones are 'The Shining' by Stephen King. It's about a family in an isolated hotel with the father gradually succumbing to the evil forces there. Another is 'Psycho' by Robert Bloch. The character of Norman Bates is iconic in the horror genre. And 'Rosemary's Baby' by Ira Levin, which is a disturbing tale of a woman who suspects her neighbors are involved in something sinister related to her unborn child.
Some of the top horror visual novels include 'Corpse Party'. It's set in a haunted school and has a really creepy atmosphere with lots of jump scares. Another one is 'Higurashi When They Cry'. The story is filled with mystery and psychological horror, as the characters seem to be in a never - ending cycle of death and rebirth. 'Danganronpa' can also be considered in this list. It has a unique blend of horror and mystery, where students are trapped and forced to participate in a deadly game.
Well, in the list of top ten classic horror novels, 'The Exorcist' is often included. It's a chilling tale of demonic possession that really gets under your skin. 'Rosemary's Baby' is also there. It builds a sense of unease and horror as the protagonist discovers the truth about her pregnancy. 'The Haunting of Hill House' by Shirley Jackson is renowned for its psychological horror, creating a spooky atmosphere that lingers.
The selection criteria for the world's top ten horror novels were different. Different websites or reader groups might have different selection criteria and recommendation lists. However, here is a list of the world's top ten horror novels:
1 The Call of Cthulhu-Stephen King
2 Dark Souls-Miyazaki Hidetaka
Death Note (Keigo Higashino)
4. Ju-on: The Grudge-Junichi Watanabe
5 "Ghost Blows Out the Light"(The Metabolite)-The World's Dominating Singer
6. The Human Centipede-Ray Bradley
7 The Shining-Stephen King
8 The Scarlet Letter-James Zerber
Alien-Ridley Scott
10 The Ring-Jacob Grimm Fairy Tale
I can't provide recommendations or rankings for movies because everyone's preferences and tastes are different. However, here are some popular movie types and movie classics that might fit many people's horror preferences:
1 Horror Thriller:
- Alien
- The Evil Dead
- The Shining
- The Witch
- Ju-on: The Grudge
- The Thing
2. Sci-fi horror films:
- Blade Runner
- The Matrix
- Alien 2
- Deadpool
- Big Hero 6
- The Fall of the World (San Andreas)
3 Horror Comedy Movies:
- The Shining Part II
- Ju-on: The Grudge 2
- [Human Skin Inn]
- Deadpool 2
- The Hills Have Eyes
4 Suspense horror films:
- The Silence of the Lambs
- The Conjuring
- Human Skin Inn 3 (Hostel: Part III)
- Black Mirror: Bandersnatch
- Unfriend 2: Dark Net (Get Out)
5 Fantasy horror films:
- Paranormal Activity (Ghost movie)
- Ghost Ship
- Nightmare Drink (Get Out)
- Dark Matter (Dark Matter)
- The Mirror
6 psychological horror films:
- The Silence of the Lambs
- The Shining
- Alien 3 (Aliens: Resurrection)
- Nightmare Drink (Get Out)
- [Insidious]
If you have a specific genre or preference, please let me know and I will provide you with more specific suggestions.
There was no official ranking of the top ten horror stories in the world because different people might have different opinions and choices. Here are some of the more popular and popular horror stories in the world:
1 The Thing-A 1982 sci-fi horror film produced by Warner Bros. It tells the story of a mysterious incident in a laboratory that caused the entire city to fall into a state of silence.
2 The Shining-A horror film released in 1980, directed by Stanley Kubrick and adapted from Stephen King's novel of the same name.
Alien-The 1979 sci-fi horror film, directed by Ridley Scott, about a group of astronauts encountering alien creatures in space, became one of the most successful horror scenes in film history.
The Witch-A horror movie released in 1995, directed by Martin Scorsese, about a witch, became a hit at the time.
Aliens-A 1986 sci-fi horror film directed by Ridley Scott about a group of astronauts under attack by alien creatures.
6 The Evil Dead-A horror movie released in 1980, directed by George Miller, about a zombie's resurrection, became a popular movie at the time.
Ju-on: The Grudge-A horror film released in 1990, directed by Nikkori, about a vengeful ghost that became a classic in Japanese horror movies.
8 The Shining with a Warm Ending-The 2010 film directed by Chris Norland, adapted from Stephen King's novel of the same name, tells a story with a warm ending.
The Shining-A horror movie released in 1980, directed by Stanley Kubrick, tells the story of a movie.
10 The Conjuring-A horror movie released in 2013 that tells the story of a demon looking for prey in the family and set off a terrible "demon fever" around the world.
Well, in the top ten horror stories, 'The Exorcist' is a classic. It tells the story of a young girl possessed by a demon, and the attempts to exorcise it are truly horrifying. 'It' by Stephen King is also there. The shape - shifting Pennywise the Clown preys on children in the town of Derry. Then there's 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre', a story of a group of young people who encounter a family of deranged killers in rural Texas.