11 Most Disturbing Horror Movies Coming in 2026, 2027, and Beyond

With the box-office and critical success of films like Sinners, Lee Cronin’s The Mummy, and the recently released Obsession and Backrooms, we can safely say that horror films have been having their moment of glory over the last couple of years. The year 2026, especially, has been a treat for fans of the genre, with at least one decent horror release each month. Apart from being genuinely great horror films, they have another thing in common—the presence of disturbing scenes that can successfully creep us out. Like in 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, where the infamous skinning scene was criticized by fans who claimed it didn’t go with the tone of the franchise. You can love it or hate it, but that particular scene produced genuine conversation regarding the limits of mainstream horror cinema. #HorrorMovies #UpcomingHorror #DisturbingMovies #horror2026