New Horror Movies and Shows To Watch This Week at Home or in Theaters, Including a New Monster Flick

This week offers a diverse slate of terrifying new releases across theaters, streaming platforms, and television networks for horror enthusiasts to devour. From chilling monster features and psychological thrillers to unsettling true-crime documentaries, there is a dark narrative suited for every type of viewer. Whether you are looking for a suspenseful theatrical experience or a grim murder mystery to binge at home, the upcoming lineup promises plenty of dread. Here is a comprehensive look at all the horror titles making their debut.

‘Hunting Matthew Nichols’ (2026)

Releasing wide in theaters on April 10, 2026, this horror mystery thriller delves into a terrifying and suspenseful investigation. The film runs for one hour and twenty-nine minutes and promises to deliver unexpected twists. Audiences will see a cast featuring Markian Tarasiuk, Miranda MacDougall, Christine Willes, and Trevor Carroll navigating the dark narrative. The overarching mystery deepens as the characters attempt to uncover the truth behind the titular Matthew Nichols.

‘Faces of Death’ (2026)

IFC Films brings this wide theatrical release to cinemas on April 10, 2026. The movie reimagines a notorious horror concept with a modern approach to psychological terror and violent spectacle. Viewers can expect a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes filled with disturbing imagery and intense dread. The ensemble cast includes Barbie Ferreira, Dacre Montgomery, Charli XCX, and Josie Totah facing the horrors of the narrative.

‘The Yeti’ (2026)

Arriving simultaneously in limited theatrical release via Well Go USA Entertainment and on streaming platforms on April 10, 2026, this creature feature brings cold-weather terror to the screen. The film boasts a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and currently holds a critical score of 38 percent. The survival story stars Brittany Allen, Corbin Bernsen, William Sadler, and Heather Lind as they face a legendary beast. The snowy backdrop adds an isolated atmosphere to the deadly encounters with the mythical monster.

‘The Bride!’ (2026)

This highly anticipated horror feature drops on streaming platforms on April 7, 2026. The film explores dark themes surrounding a classic monster narrative with fresh, unsettling twists. Currently, the movie holds a 57 percent critical rating alongside a more favorable 70 percent audience score. Viewers can expect a stylistic approach to gothic romance intertwined with deeply disturbing horror elements.

‘Touch Me’ (2026)

Streaming audiences can dive into this fresh horror release starting April 7, 2026. The film has debuted with a strong critical reception, earning an impressive 86 percent fresh score. The narrative focuses on terrifying physical experiences and psychological torment that test the absolute limits of its characters. This tense thriller promises to keep viewers on edge through its masterfully crafted suspense and unsettling atmosphere.

‘I Know Exactly How You Die’ (2026)

This ominous horror entry becomes available for streaming audiences on April 7, 2026. The premise centers around the terrifying concept of knowing the exact circumstances of a person’s demise. The film aims to build suspense by playing with the inevitability of fate and the dread of unavoidable mortality. Without any early critical or audience scores available, viewers will have to discover the grim mysteries of the plot for themselves.

‘Midnight Monster’ (2026)

Premiering on streaming platforms on April 7, 2026, this feature adds another creature-based nightmare to the weekly lineup. The story follows characters who are hunted by a terrifying entity that emerges exclusively from the shadows. As the night progresses, the desperate survivors must find a way to outsmart a relentless supernatural threat. This late-night horror offering arrives as a complete surprise, with no early reviews or audience scores released prior to its debut.

‘The Brokenwood Mysteries’ (2014)

The long-running series returns to Acorn for its twelfth season, bringing more intriguing investigations to the screen. Set in a seemingly quiet small town, the show continues to deliver eerie and offbeat undertones alongside its signature dark humor. Detectives face complex murder cases that reveal the grim secrets hiding beneath the community’s peaceful facade. The unique blend of unsettling crimes and quirky characters keeps the procedural format fresh for dedicated viewers.

‘Trust Me: The False Prophet’ (2026)

Netflix expands its true-crime horror catalog with this disturbing documentary project releasing this week. The series provides a deep dive into the real-life cult led by the notorious Samuel Bateman. Viewers are exposed to the psychological manipulation and dark practices that kept his followers trapped under his complete control. The chilling investigation features interviews and unsettling accounts that highlight the terrifying realities of religious extremism.

‘Philly Homicide’ (2024)

Oxygen brings back this gritty true-crime series for a second season of harrowing investigations. The show focuses on real murder cases from Philadelphia, presenting them with grim and intensely unsettling details. Each episode tracks the diligent work of local detectives as they navigate the darkest corners of the city to find justice. Viewers are taken through the harrowing realities of urban crime and the chilling evidence left behind at the scenes.

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