Those who like darkness and horror, rejoice! The season we’ve been waiting for all year is finally here, making our all-out obsession with horror seem almost normal. While we certainly wouldn’t shy away from watching all things scary and supernatural any other time of year, there’s really no better time than fall to watch a spooky orgy. Luckily, 2024 looks to be the year for fans of dark movies – there’s a ton of new horror TV shows on the way, packed with jump scares and blood-curdling screams.
The series you find here are all brand new, waiting to be discovered and added to your must-see queue. So, read on and find your new favorite excuse to curl up on the couch, light a good candle, and hide away from the rest of the world (and just generally hide away, because some of this shit will make you uneasy).
weird
Ryan Murphy’s latest horror submission, weird Centered on a small town where a serial killer seems to be hunting people. As far as the case is concerned? Detective Lois Tryon, played by a particularly strong Niecy Nash. Helping her are local nun Sister Megan (Michaela Diamond) and priest Father Charlie (Nicholas Alexander Chavez) – because, just like Murphy’s midnight massAt the heart of the show is an extremely religious town. Did I mention Travis Kelce has a cameo? There are many reasons to be concerned.
Where (and when) to watch: Hulu and FX, available now
swirl
If you’re an anime fan, you probably didn’t need anyone to tell you that the highly anticipated adaptation of Junji Ito’s famous manga is finally coming to television. The pandemic has slowed production, but it’s currently airing on Adult Swim. The story follows two high school students, Kirie and Shuichi, as they watch their town begin to self-destruct. It’s gory, it’s graphic, and it’ll make you feel a little dizzy with fear and paranoia… which is what creepy Ji Meng is made of.
Where (and when) to watch: Adult Swim and Max, available now
teacup
Peacocks are entering this spooky season with a bang! First up, this adaptation of Robert R. McCammon’s novel prick Executive produced by James Wan, producer of horror films such as saw and spiritualism. And, its premise now feels more realistic (and scary): A disparate group of people must band together to fight a mysterious threat in rural Georgia. The cast is also excellent, with Yvonne Strahovski and Scott Speedman in the lead roles.
Where (and when) to watch: Peacock app, now available
Agatha has always
Is this really “horror”? Maybe not, but it certainly has horror undertones and I would never pass up an opportunity to play the always incredible Kathryn Hahn. She reprises her role as Agatha Harkness Wanda Visionbegins a recovery after three years trapped in the town of Westview, New Jersey. The witches you know and love now escape with the help of a gothic teenager, but they’ll have to deal with some serious challenges if they want to face the trials of their legendary witch path.
Where (and when) to watch: Disney+, now available
sweet peas
Technically, this is a black comedy series, sweet peas From the book of the same name by CJ Skuse – a spot on this list is disturbing enough. Ella Purnell of “Yellow Jackets” fame plays the title character Rhiannon, a young woman who has been bullied her entire life and then suddenly loses her father to illness. She had been neglected and abused for so long that she began to wonder: Can I get away with murder if no one pays attention to me?
Where (and when) to watch: Starz, premiering October 14
hysteria!
From the moment Peacock announced this series, I started counting down the days until it premiered. Let me introduce the scene: It’s the late eighties, and the “Satanic Panic” has taken hold of the people. But high school is high school—which means it can be hell on its own. So when three friends who happen to be outcasts see an opportunity to capitalize on the town’s sudden interest in the occult to benefit their struggling heavy metal band (and popularity), they jump at it. Chance. The only problem? The murder of a beloved college quarterback sets off a chain of events that plunges the band into a supernatural chaos.
Where (and when) to watch: Peacock app, launching October 17
passenger
Another horror-related entry, this BritBox series follows the tight-knit community of Chad Valley as it is rocked by a series of strange and unnatural crimes. The story begins when a local young woman named Katie Wells is mysteriously kidnapped – her car is abandoned and there is blood on the seat. However, she reappeared unscathed the next day and everyone seemed to carry on with life as usual. However, as increasingly horrific crimes begin to unfold, Detective Riya Ajunwa struggles to convince the villagers that something is seriously wrong.
Where (and when) to watch:BritBox, premiering October 17
shadow secret
Vampires, aliens, zombies, ghosts – what could go wrong, right? Don’t worry; this chilling new web series is a horror flick that the whole family can watch. Created by Dhar Mann, the world’s number one digital scripted content creator with over 120 million fans, shadow secret Nine episodes will take viewers on a suspenseful journey.
Where (and when) to watch: YouTube, premiering on October 21
Stories from the void
Have you ever fallen down the Reddit rabbit hole? Then this horror anthology series is for you; it’s based on stories from the Reddit subreddit r/NoSleep. From creepy dolls to serial murders to unexplained creatures stalking the night, there’s something here that will make you dance for your own shadow (and say goodbye to any shut-eye!).
Where (and when) to watch: Scream Box, now online
No good deeds
Sometimes horror is best expressed through comedy. Ray Romano stars as Paul Morgan, a stressed-out, broke contractor who’s desperate to sell his Los Feliz home and fix all its problems. The home-buying frenzy begins and it gets vicious. While this is actually more of a dark comedic commentary on the world of real estate, it might just lead to bloody corpses. bonus: dead to me Screenwriter Liz Feldman is at the helm, and the cast besides Romano includes Lisa Kudrow, Linda Cardellini, Denis Leary, Lu Luke Wilson and OT Fagbenle.
Where (and when) to watch: Netflix, premiering December 12
Generation Z
There’s nothing more satisfying than a British comedy-horror, and Ben Wheatley’s upcoming series fits the bill perfectly. It finds a classic group of teenagers: crushed by mounting student debt, poor job prospects, and little hope of owning their own home. Then, a chemical leak turns a group of senior citizens into marauding monsters that Gen Z must also face. pleasure!
Where (and when) to watch: TBD
