Terrifying 1970s Horror Movies You Have to Watch at Your Own Risk

When it comes to assessing classic cinema, determining the finest horror movies from the 1970s can be a delicate matter. Given the decade’s significant impact on the evolution of horror films, numerous titles warrant recognition. However, certain films from the 1970s stand out prominently for their influence and contributions to the genre.

Some even rank among the most revered Hollywood productions of the 1970s across all genres, including those with the highest box office earnings. For audiences in search of the foundational elements of contemporary horror cinema, encompassing monsters, slashers, ghosts, and eerie phenomena, these films are essential viewing.

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Check out some of the most terrifying 1970s movies below.

1970s Horror Movies
‘Black Christmas’ (1974)
1970s Horror Movies
‘House’ (1977)
1970s Horror Movies
‘The Omen’ (1976)
1970s Horror Movies
‘Alien’ (1979)
1970s Horror Movies
‘Jaws’ (1975)
1970s Horror Movies
‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ (1974)
1970s Horror Movies
‘Carrie’ (1976)
1970s Horror Movies
‘Empire of Passion’ (1978)
1970s Horror Movies
‘The Exorcist’ (1973)
1970s Horror Movies
‘Halloween’ (1978)

– Farheen Ali 

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