7 Horror Movies About Cults More Than Just for This Halloween

IMDb: 7.5/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 91%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

A police officer travels to a remote Scottish island to search for a missing girl. The villagers, however, act strangely and follow ancient pagan rituals that seem to celebrate nature and fertility. As the officer digs deeper, he learns that the community’s beliefs involve human sacrifice. The movie builds tension slowly, leading to a shocking and unforgettable ending that explores blind faith and moral conflict.

IMDb: 6.6/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 90%

Where to Watch: Peacock Premium, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Apple TV

A man attends a dinner party hosted by his ex-wife and her new husband in their Los Angeles home. At first, the evening feels awkward but normal, with guests making small talk and sharing wine. As the night continues, he notices unsettling behavior and discussions about grief and acceptance. Slowly, he realizes the hosts are part of a dangerous cult, turning a friendly reunion into a terrifying trap.

IMDb: 6.4/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 74%

Where to Watch: Netflix

Four college friends embark on a hiking trip in a remote Swedish forest to honor their deceased friend. When they take a shortcut through the woods, they discover strange symbols, animal remains, and an eerie cabin filled with ritual markings. Soon, they are hunted by a monstrous creature worshipped by a hidden cult. The film skillfully combines grief, guilt, and supernatural horror into one chilling experience.

IMDb: 7.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 83%

Where to Watch: HBO Max, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

A grieving woman joins her boyfriend and his friends on a trip to a small Swedish village for a rare midsummer festival. What begins as a bright and peaceful celebration quickly turns disturbing as the villagers perform unsettling rituals. The group realizes too late that they are guests in a cult obsessed with ancient pagan traditions. Directed by Ari Aster, the film is both visually beautiful and emotionally haunting.

IMDb: 8.0/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 97%

Where to Watch: Paramount+, MGM Plus, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video

A young couple moves into a gothic apartment building in New York City, hoping for a fresh start. When Rosemary becomes pregnant, she notices her neighbors’ strange interest in her health and her unborn child. As her paranoia grows, she starts to believe they are part of a satanic cult with dark plans for her baby. Directed by Roman Polanski, this classic slowly builds tension and psychological horror to perfection.

IMDb: 6.3/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 85%

Where to Watch: Tubi TV, Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, Amazon Prime Video

A college student accepts a babysitting job in a large, isolated house to earn extra cash. The homeowners seem odd, and their behavior becomes increasingly suspicious as night falls. She soon discovers that there is no child to watch and that the couple belongs to a satanic cult preparing a dark ritual. With its 1980s retro style and slow tension, the movie delivers a chilling, suspenseful payoff.

IMDb: 6.3/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 79%

Where to Watch: Netflix

In 1905, a man travels to a mysterious island to rescue his kidnapped sister from a secretive religious group. The cult follows a prophet who claims to control the island’s fertility through blood offerings. As the man investigates, he uncovers gruesome rituals, lies, and supernatural forces hidden beneath the surface. Directed by Gareth Evans, the man behind "The Raid" the movie combines intense violence, faith, and folklore into a grim yet powerful story.