New Horror Movies and Shows To Watch This Week at Home or in Theaters, Including a Mind-Bending Sci-Fi Flick

The third week of February 2026 brings a massive wave of terror to both the big screen and home viewing platforms. Genre fans have an abundance of choices ranging from high-concept sci-fi thrillers and zombie apocalypses to gothic reunions of fantasy television icons. Whether you prefer the communal experience of a dark theater or the comfort of your own couch, this week’s lineup offers something to satisfy every craving for the macabre.

‘Redux Redux’ (2026)

This mind-bending sci-fi horror film introduces a unique twist on the revenge genre by blending it with multiverse theory. The story follows Irene Kelly, played by Michaela McManus, who discovers a way to travel through parallel universes to repeatedly kill the man who murdered her daughter. As she becomes addicted to this cycle of vengeance, she risks losing her own humanity while a detective, played by Jim Cummings, tries to intervene. Written and directed by the McManus brothers, this visceral thriller questions how far a grieving mother will go to find closure. ‘Redux Redux’ opens in theaters on February 20.

‘Psycho Killer’ (2026)

Genre veteran Malcolm McDowell joins Georgina Campbell in this intense cat-and-mouse thriller from director Gavin Polone. Campbell stars as Jane Archer, a police officer who embarks on a dangerous road trip to hunt down the “Satanic Slasher,” a serial killer responsible for her husband’s death. As she closes in on her target, she discovers that his depraved agenda goes far deeper than simple bloodlust. With a script by Andrew Kevin Walker, ‘Psycho Killer’ promises a gritty and suspenseful ride when it hits theaters on February 20.

‘This Is Not a Test’ (2026)

Adapted from the acclaimed novel by Courtney Summers, this zombie survival horror focuses on the emotional and physical toll of the apocalypse on a group of high school students. Olivia Holt stars as Sloane, a teenager who was contemplating ending her own life just as the world began to fall apart outside her school’s barricaded doors. Along with five other students, including characters played by Froy Gutierrez and Luke Macfarlane, she must navigate fracturing relationships and the undead threat encroaching on their sanctuary. This character-driven nightmare arrives in theaters on February 20.

‘Diabolic’ (2026)

Religious trauma and supernatural terror collide in this new release from director Daniel J. Phillips. The plot centers on Elise, a woman plagued by blackouts and past scars, who returns to her childhood cult compound in search of healing. Her attempt at a therapeutic ritual goes horribly wrong, unleashing the vengeful spirit of a witch named Larue who intends to claim Elise as a vessel. ‘Diabolic’ begins haunting streaming platforms on February 20.

‘The Dreadful’ (2026)

‘Game of Thrones’ stars Sophie Turner and Kit Harington reunite in this atmospheric gothic horror film set against the backdrop of the War of the Roses. Turner plays Anne, a woman living a solitary life on the outskirts of society with her mother-in-law until a man from her past returns and triggers a sequence of tragic events. Directed by Natasha Kermani, the film explores themes of isolation and history within a harsh 15th-century setting. Viewers can catch this dark period piece when it debuts on streaming services on February 20.

’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ (2026)

Expanding the lore of the iconic Rage Virus franchise, this new chapter takes viewers into a post-apocalyptic Britain ruled by chaotic gangs. The story follows a young survivor named Spike who is inducted into a group known as the Fingers, while a doctor named Ian Kelson maintains a macabre ossuary known as the Bone Temple. The film bridges the gap between the original outbreaks and the new world order, offering fresh horrors for long-time fans. This highly anticipated expansion is available for streaming starting February 17.

‘Ghost Train’ (2026)

This South Korean horror anthology delivers chills through a modern lens, focusing on the dark side of content creation. The film follows Da-kyung, a struggling YouTuber who visits a notorious haunted train station in hopes of capturing viral footage to save her channel. As she interviews the mysterious station master, she is pulled into a series of terrifying vignettes that blur the line between urban legend and reality. ‘Ghost Train’ pulls into streaming stations on February 17.

‘Blood Barn’ (2026)

For fans of 1980s slasher nostalgia, this horror-comedy offers practical effects and campy energy in equal measure. The story follows a camp counselor named Josie, who invites her friends to her family’s secluded barn for one last party before college, only to awaken a malevolent force tied to the property’s history. Starring Chloe Cherry, the film leans heavily into the tropes of the genre with a self-aware and bloody execution. ‘Blood Barn’ begins streaming exclusively on Screambox and other digital platforms on February 17.

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