Top 5 Horror Movies Streaming on Peacock this month

With so many iconic titles dropping this month, there’s never been a better time to dive into Peacock’s horror collection. Revisit cult classics, rediscover supernatural thrills, and laugh your way through some of the sharpest parodies and horror-comedies ever made. No matter what mood you’re in—scared, nostalgic, or ready for a laugh—these films make October a perfect time to stream. Don’t miss out, because the real horror is letting them pass you by.

Here are the top 5 horror movies coming to Peacock. All coming to Peacock October 1st:

Friday the 13th (1980)

At Camp Crystal Lake, a group of young counselors gather to reopen the camp only to find themselves stalked by a mysterious killer with ties to the camp’s dark past. Known for its chilling atmosphere, suspenseful kills, and shocking ending, Friday the 13th remains one of the most iconic slashers ever made. It’s the perfect watch if you’re in the mood for classic summer-camp terror.

Directed by Sean S. Cunningham

Written by Victor Miller

Starring Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, and Jeannine Taylor.

Ghostbusters (1984)

When three eccentric scientists set up shop as paranormal exterminators in New York City, they soon find themselves battling an ancient evil that threatens to engulf the city in supernatural chaos. Blending sharp comedy with inventive special effects, Ghostbusters is both hilarious and thrilling—a timeless mix of scares and laughs. Who you gonna call?

Directed by Ivan Reitman

Written by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis

Starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Harold Ramis, and Rick Moranis

Poltergiest (1982)

A seemingly idyllic suburban family discovers their home is haunted by malevolent spirits, leading to one of the most terrifying battles between the living and the dead ever put on screen. With groundbreaking visual effects and unforgettable scares, Poltergeist is a supernatural classic that still delivers chills today.

Directed by Tobe Hooper

Written by Steven Spielberg, Michael Grais, and Mark Victor

Starring JoBeth Williams, Heather O’Rourke, and Craig T. Nelson

Scary Movie (2000)

This outrageous parody takes aim at the biggest horror hits of the ’90s, from Scream to I Know What You Did Last Summer, blending slapstick, absurd humor, and biting satire. Scary Movie is a laugh-out-loud skewering of horror tropes that’s just as funny now as it was when it first shocked audiences.

Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans

Written by Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Buddy Johnson, Phil Beauman, and Jason Friedberg & Aaron Seltzer

Starring Anna Faris, Jon Abrahams, Marlon Wayans, and Regina Hall

Shaun of the Dead (2004)

In this clever British horror-comedy, slacker Shaun must step up when a zombie outbreak threatens London, leading him and his friends on a hilarious yet heartfelt mission to survive. With sharp wit, gory fun, and genuine heart, Shaun of the Dead is both a loving homage to zombie cinema and one of the best comedies of the 2000s.

Directed by Edgar Wright

Written by Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright

Starring Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Kate Ashfield, Lucy Davis, and Bill Nighy

With so many iconic titles streaming on Peacock this month, there’s never been a better time to revisit cult classics, rediscover supernatural thrills, and laugh your way through some of the sharpest parodies and horror-comedies ever made. No matter what mood you’re in—scared, nostalgic, or ready for a laugh—these films make October a perfect time to stream. Don’t miss out, because the real horror is missing them on Peacock.