The horror genre has been largely ignored by the Academy Awards since its founding in 1928, even though viewers continue to find it appealing. Horror movies are frequently overlooked in important categories like acting and directing, even though they are frequently recognized in technical categories. This is true even though several enduringly popular horror films have made a lasting impression on the industry, despite frequently being eclipsed by less successful productions.

Just six horror movies have been nominated for 'Best Picture' in almost a century of Oscars and only one of those movies has won the coveted golden statuette. Although there isn't much recognition for this genre, a few scary films have made it big and won awards. 

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'The Exorcist' (1973)
Awards Won: Best Sound, Best Adapted Screenplay

'The Omen' (1976)
Award Won: Best Original Score

'The Silence of the Lambs' (1991)
Awards Won: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Adapted Screenplay

'The Fly' (1986)
Award Won: Best Makeup

'Aliens' (1986)
Awards Won: Best Sound Editing, Best Visual Effects

'Black Swan' (2010)
Award Won: Best Actress

'Rosemary's Baby' (1968)
Award Won: Best Supporting Actress

'Jaws' (1975)
Awards Won: Best Sound, Best Film Editing, Best Original Score

'Get Out' (2017)
Award Won: Best Original Screenplay

'Misery' (1990)
Award Won: Best Actress

– Farheen Ali