Well, it depends on which classic horror story. For example, in 'Psycho', Anthony Perkins as Norman Bates was a great casting choice. His performance was really creepy.
For 'Frankenstein', Boris Karloff as the Monster was amazing. He managed to convey so much emotion through his body language and facial expressions even though he had limited dialogue. He made the Monster a sympathetic character in a way.
The cast of 'American Horror Story' is quite extensive. Lady Gaga has also made an appearance in the series. The actors have to be able to adapt to the show's unique and often dark and disturbing concepts. They not only have to perform well but also create a sense of unease and horror, which they do remarkably well through their acting skills.
The cast may also need to have a certain physicality. For instance, if they are being chased by a monster, they have to be able to run and look panicked. In some horror stories, the cast might include actors with very expressive eyes to show their horror more vividly. In movies like 'The Ring', Naomi Watts had to show a lot of different emotions from confusion to sheer terror through her expressions, especially her eyes.
It depends on which horror story you are referring to. For example, in 'The Conjuring' series, Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson are part of the main cast. They play the roles of Lorraine and Ed Warren, who are paranormal investigators.
Some of the cast members of 'The Christmas Horror Story' are Zoé De Grand Maison. She helps in creating the engaging and often terrifying storylines within the movie. Also, Adrienne Côté is part of the cast. Her performance, along with others, makes the movie an interesting watch for those who like horror with a Christmas twist. They all bring the various characters to life, whether they are the victims, the monsters, or the ones trying to survive the Christmas nightmare.
You might need to have some acting skills and a unique look or personality that fits the show's themes. Also, having a good agent or connections in the industry could help.
Once upon a Christmas, there was a small town covered in snow. A family moved into an old, creaky house on the outskirts. On Christmas Eve, they heard strange noises from the attic. When they went to check, a shadowy figure with glowing eyes lunged at them. It was an evil spirit that had been trapped in the house for decades, awakened by the Christmas cheer.