If you love all things chilling and thrilling, then you're probably already counting down the days until Halloween [1]. Lucky for you, though, you don't have to wait until October to watch scary movies [2]. Tons of new horror and thriller movies are dropping throughout September on streaming services and in theatres. From a Ted Bundy horror flick starring Chad Michael Murray to a sexy date-night thriller starring Sydney Sweeney [3] and Justice Smith, there's a variety of horror films to satisfy any thrill seeker. Check out all the terrifying titles headed your way in September ahead, and prepare to get seriously spooked.
Karen
Starring Orange Is the New Black [5]'s Taryn Manning [6], this BET original movie tells the story of a racist woman who makes it her mission to displace her new Black neighbours. However, she soon discovers they aren't going anywhere without a fight.
When it's available: Sept. 3
The Madness Inside Me
After her husband is killed during a home invasion, forensic psychiatrist Madison Taylor (played by Merrin Dungey), tries to hunt the killer herself. But as Madison seeks revenge, her mission to find the killer twists in unexpected ways.
When it's available: Sept. 3
Ted Bundy: American Boogeyman
Chad Michael Murray stars in this latest Ted Bundy horror flick that follows real-life detective Kathleen McChesney and rookie FBI profiler Robert Ressler as they attempt to track down the titular 1970s serial killer.
When it's available: Sept. 3
We Need to Do Something
Based on the novella of the same name by Max Booth III, this supernatural thriller revolves around a family who are trapped in their bathroom during a tornado. When they realise help isn't coming, they are forced to find a way to rescue themselves.
When it's available: Sept. 3
Malignant
Directed by James Wan, a young woman (played by Annabelle Wallis) finds herself subject to horrifying visions of grisly murders. These visions become even more terrifying when she realises they're actually coming true.
When it's available: Sept. 10 [7]
Kate
What happens when a trained assassin realises she only has 24 hours left to live after being poisoned? She goes on an epic manhunt through the streets of Tokyo to take down her enemies of course! This is exactly what goes down in this action thriller starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Woody Harrelson.
When it's available: Sept. 10 [8]
Prey
Five friends on a hiking trip find themselves pursed by a mysterious and relentless gunman in this fast-paced German thriller.
When it's available: Sept. 10 [9]
Nightbooks
Starring Krysten Ritter and based on the book of the same name by J. A. White, this fun family-friendly thriller revolves around two young horror fans who find themselves trapped in the apartment of a wicked witch.
When it's available: Sept. 15 [11]
Intrusion
In this eerie thriller, a woman (Frieda Pinto) moves to a small town with her husband (Logan Marshall-Greene), but she develops distrust for the town after their new home is targeted for a home invasion.
When it's available: Sept. 22
No One Gets Out Alive
This adaptation of Adam Nevill's horror novel of the same name tells the story of a young temp who's thrilled to land an apartment she can actually afford. But this exciting feeling turns sour after she realises the place is haunted by a menacing presence.
When it's available: Sept. 29