7 Scariest Horror Movies Ever

The Exorcist (1973) - This film is famous for its creepy scenes about a young girl possessed by a demon, setting a high bar for horror.

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The Conjuring (2013) - Based on true events, this film follows paranormal investigators as they deal with a haunted house.

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Halloween (1978) - This slasher movie introduces the character Michael Myers and is known for starting a new wave of horror films.

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The Ring (2002) - This movie features a cursed videotape that brings death to anyone who watches it within seven days.

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Insidious (2010) - This film is about a family that faces terrifying events as they try to save their son from a ghostly realm.

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Sinister (2012) - This movie involves a true-crime writer who uncovers disturbing secrets after moving into a new house.

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