More than half of adults admit they turn to horror movies as a way to de-stress, according to a poll of 2,000 film enthusiasts.
A recent survey revealed that over half of those who enjoy watching scary movies choose to do so when they need to relax, while a staggering three quarters say these films help them escape from reality.
Horror films are enjoyed by more than 41% of viewers, with the genre seeing a recent surge in popularity as one in four fans discovered their love for it within the last three years.
The average horror movie fan typically watches an impressive 36 of these films per year – with 53% saying this number increases during October.
Besides providing a means of destressing, 80% enjoy the adrenaline rush it gives them. The study showed that the thrill and suspense are what 38% find the most appealing about horror movies.
The research was commissioned by Beavertown which is launching its Halloween film series with a spine-tingling ‘Dead Carpet’ event at London’s Prince Charles Cinema, where horror icons will prowl the blood-red carpet kicking off “Beavertown Screamings,” – a week of horror classics from 23rd to 31st October.
A spokesperson for the brand said: “Horror movies have a unique way of captivating viewers from the suspense of the unknown to the shocking jump scares.”
READ MORE: ‘I went to Europe’s best Halloween festival in the UK – it’s better than America’They added: “Halloween and horror have always been a huge part of our DNA and this year we wanted to take it to the next level by truly celebrating the nation’s love for all things spooky – whether they’re using it to unwind or for a dose of adrenaline.”
While some thrill-seekers (19%) prefer to experience these frightening moments alone, nearly half (46%) need others with them at all times. According to the OnePoll.com data, 39% of horror fans feel spooked but exhilarated after watching a scary movie.
The study also uncovered the top 30 scary flicks of all time, with The Silence of the Lambs taking the top spot, followed closely by the original Alien film and The Exorcist.
The most terrifying moments in horror movie history have been revealed, with the chest-burster scene in Alien, the head spin in The Exorcist, and The Shining’s “Here’s Johnny! ” moment sending chills down viewers’ spines.
The spokesperson added: “With our special screening, we are combining that passion with immersive out-of-this-world experiences that bring horror to life in the best possible way.”
TOP 30 RATED HORROR MOVIES OF ALL TIME
- The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
- Alien (1979)
- The Exorcist (1973)
- The Shining (1980)
- Scream (1996)
- Halloween (1978)
- A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
- The Sixth Sense (1999)
- The Conjuring (2013)
- Psycho (1960)
- 28 Days Later (2002)
- Paranormal Activity (2007)
- Poltergeist (1982)
- An American Werewolf in London (1981)
- Carrie (1976)
- The Wicker Man (1973)
- It (2017)
- The Thing (1982)
- Get Out (2017)
- The Evil Dead (1981)
- The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
- The Ring (2002)
- Dawn of the Dead (1978)
- The Blair Witch Project (1999)
- Rosemary’s Baby (1968)
- Dracula (1958)
- The Birds (1963)
- The Others (2001)
- Insidious (2010)
- Evil Dead II (1987)
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