As a lifelong horror enthusiast who has braved countless nights watching every type of scary movie under the moon, I can confidently say that this list is a treasure trove for any fan of the genre. From the classic slashers like Blood Rage to the outrageously fun Grandma Werewolf, there’s something here for everyone.
Despite the fact that Halloween is often considered the most significant holiday for fans of a particular genre, you might be surprised to discover that there are more horror movies set during Thanksgiving than you might think. This intriguing detail is likely to delight audiences who aren’t quite ready for Christmas-themed horrors yet but are craving some chilling and gruesome (or even comical) thrillers that acknowledge the November celebrations. So, put on your pilgrim’s hat and buckles, and indulge in these movies that unfold during the Thanksgiving season.
(And poke, er, keep an eye out for more holiday fun in our upcoming horror movies schedule.)
Thanksgiving (2023)
Director: Eli Roth
Starring: Nell Verlaque, Patrick Dempsey
A year following the Black Friday catastrophe in Plymouth, Massachusetts, residents find themselves hunted by a vindictive murderer impersonating John Carver.
Why Thanksgiving is a tasty Halloween-like horror movie: Inspired by a fake trailer he created for 2007’s Grindhouse, Eli Roth delivers, arguably, his finest work and potentially the best horror film set during Thanksgiving with the imaginatively gruesome Thanksgiving.
How to watch Thanksgiving
- Stream Thanksgiving on Netflix
- Rent or buy Thanksgiving on Amazon
- Buy Thanksgiving on Blu-ray on Amazon
Black Friday (2021)
Director: Casey Tebo
Starring: Devon Sawa, Ivana Baquero, Michael Jai White, Bruce Campbell
In a Nutshell: On the busiest shopping night, a band of toy store workers find themselves in a desperate struggle for survival as a sinister alien creature transforms their shoppers into savage beasts.
Why Black Friday makes for an entertaining Thanksgiving horror film: Set on the frenzied night of Thanksgiving when holiday shopping reaches its peak insanity, Black Friday is a delightful blend of horror and comedy that escalates into even more chaotic zombie-filled action.
How to watch Black Friday
- Stream Black Friday on Amazon Prime
- Buy Black Friday on Blu-ray on Amazon
Flesh & Blood (2018)
Director: Patrick Lussier
Starring: Dermot Mulroney, Diana Silvers
Main Topic: As she prepares for her first Thanksgiving without her mother, a teenager suffering from agoraphobia encounters something unexpected that leaves her feeling uneasy and vulnerable within her own home.
As a fan, I can’t help but rave about the chilling delight that is “Flesh & Blood,” the second installment of Hulu and Blumhouse’s monthly horror anthology series, Into the Dark. This Thanksgiving-themed feature-length thriller takes the uneasiness some of us might feel about family gatherings to a terrifying extreme.
How to watch Flesh & Blood
- Stream Flesh & Blood on Hulu
Pilgrim (2019)
Director: Marcus Dunstan
Starring: Reign Edwards, Kerr Smith
What it’s about: A bickering family hires a group of first Thanksgiving reenactors to help plan their holiday meal but grows weary of them when prove to be unnervingly dedicated to their roles.
The second film in the Thanksgiving series of Into the Dark, titled Pilgrim, could make you cherish your family time more, as its gruesome twists and turns resemble the horror of the Saw films.
How to watch Pilgrim
- Stream Pilgrim on Hulu
Derelicts (2017)
Director: Brett Glassberg
Starring: Kelly Dealyn, David Lee Hes
An already uncomfortable Thanksgiving celebration among a troubled suburban family becomes even more tense when an uninvited band of cruel wanderers show up.
With its absurd elements and chilling scenes of home invasion, the movie “Derelicts” offers a peculiar blend of horror and humor that could serve as an unusual yet entertaining choice for Thanksgiving viewing.
How to watch Derelicts
- Stream Derelicts on Tubi
- Rent or buy Derelicts on Amazon
ThanksKilling (2008)
Director: Jordan Downey
Starring: Wanda Lust, Natasha Cordova
What it’s about: A group of college students fall prey to a murderous turkey during Thanksgiving break.
As a gamer, if you’re on the lookout for a unique twist on your horror movie nights, you might find yourself chuckling over the bloodcurdling antics of the vengeful Thanksgiving turkey in ThanksKilling. It’s not every day that the main course fights back!
How to watch ThanksKilling
- Stream ThanksKilling on Tubi
- Rent or buy ThanksKilling on Amazon
- Buy ThanksKilling on DVD on Amazon
Blood Rage (1987)
Director: John Grissmer
Starring: Mark Soper, Louise Lasser
Main Topic: After being falsely accused and imprisoned for murder ten years prior, a 20-year-old individual breaks free from a psychiatric facility. This escape inadvertently sets off a spree of violence carried out by the true culprit: his identical twin brother.
Why Blood Rage, an ’80s slasher film set during Thanksgiving, is delightfully terrifying: This Thanksgiving-themed horror movie delivers the chills you get when you’re reminded of your most challenging family member – that’s why the classic ’80s slasher flick, Blood Rage, is so enjoyable.
How to watch Blood Rage
- Buy Blood Rage on Blu-ray on Amazon
Grandma Werewolf (2017)
Director: Zachary Will
Starring: James Wosochlo, Tricia Harmon, Trevor Brooks, America Ramos
At their grandmother’s cabin during the Thanksgiving celebration, the family uncovers an unsettling metamorphosis in their matriarch.
“As a gaming enthusiast, here’s why I can’t resist the allure of Grandma Werewolf this Thanksgiving: This movie is undeniably one of the most hilariously preposterous werewolf flicks out there, but it’s the quirky premise and heartfelt family vibes that make me want to take a bite – or rather, watch it all night long.
How to watch Grandma Werewolf
- Stream Grandma Werewolf on Tubi
- Stream Grandma Werewolf on Plex
- Rent or buy Grandma Werewolf on Amazon
BONUS: Addams Family Values (1993)
Director: Barry Sonnenfeld
Starring: Raul Julia, Anjelica Huston, Christopher Lloyd, Joan Cusack
Title Synopsis: After welcoming their new baby, Gomez and Morticia employ a nanny who seems to win over Fester, however, the family grows suspicious that her affection for him may not be entirely genuine.
One unforgettable scene in “Addams Family Values,” the wacky sequel of the 1991 film based on Charles Addams’ comic strip and one of the best “Addams Family” movies, features Christina Ricci as Wednesday participating in a play reenacting the first Thanksgiving as Pocahontas while she and Pugsley (Jimmy Workman) were at Camp Chippewa. This scene makes “Addams Family Values” a unique and tasty choice for a Thanksgiving horror movie.
How to watch Addams Family Values
- Stream Addams Family Values on Paramount+
- Stream Addams Family Values on Pluto TV
- Rent or buy Addams Family Values on Amazon
- Buy Addams Family Values on Blu-ray on Amazon
If you’re up for a horror flick this Thanksgiving, whether it’s a classic slasher, a zombie adventure, a creature feature, or something less scary suitable for the whole family, there are numerous chilling thrillers out there that horror enthusiasts can appreciate and enjoy.
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2024-11-11 02:07