Halloween is creeping closer, and if you're anything like me, nothing sets the mood better than a horror movie marathon. Over the years, I've watched hundreds of horror flicks, and today I'm sharing my personal countdown of the 21 scariest movies ever-starting from #21. Keep the lights on, folks.

#21 - Saw (2004)

Kicking things off with Saw, a movie that redefined psychological horror with its twisted puzzles and moral dilemmas. I still remember the first time I saw that reverse bear trap scene-heart in my throat the entire time. It's gruesome, clever, and makes you question what you'd do to survive.

#20 - Terrifier (2016)

A modern horror gem that earns its place with sheer audacity. Art the Clown is pure nightmare fuel, and Terrifier doesn't hold back on gore. Unlike the jump-scare-heavy horrors of today, this one lingers in your mind long after the credits roll.

#19 - Hostel (2005)

Gore meets tension in Hostel, where vacation nightmares are all too real. Eli Roth's exploration of human cruelty is visceral and disturbing. It's not just about blood-it's about the helplessness that creeps under your skin. Definitely not for the faint of heart.

#18 - Rosemary's Baby (1968)

Classic psychological horror. Roman Polanski's masterpiece taps into paranoia, satanic rituals, and the fear that something is very, very wrong in your own home. Mia Farrow's performance is chilling and subtle-proof that sometimes, horror doesn't need explosions or blood.

#17 - It Follows (2014)

A modern indie horror that sneaks into your subconscious. It Follows isn't about gore, it's about dread. That slow, inevitable sense of doom stalking you? Genius. Plus, the soundtrack alone can make your hair stand on end.

#16 - A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

Freddy Krueger-iconic, terrifying, and a childhood nightmare come to life. Wes Craven blended supernatural with slasher in a way that still resonates today. And let's be honest-those dream sequences are still enough to make you check under your bed.

#15 - Stigmata (1999)

Touching on religious horror, Stigmata mixes mystery, faith, and supernatural phenomena. Patricia Arquette's struggle with inexplicable, bleeding wounds creates a haunting atmosphere that lingers long after the movie ends.

Stay tuned for Part 2 on Friday, where we dive even deeper into terror with #14 to #8. These films will make you double-check the locks, maybe even leave a light on... just saying.

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Donny @ Gopher Update