All Blum horror movies: full catalog and quick reference
This evergreen profile rounds up every major Blumhouse horror movie released through 2024, covering theatrical features available on home video and notable streaming availability when consistent. It is organized as a practical reference so you can identify franchise entries, solo experiments, and recurring collaborators, with release years and succinct notes on each film.
What qualifies as a Blumhouse horror movie
Broadly, a Blumhouse horror movie refers to a feature-length horror film produced or co-produced by Blumhouse Productions, whether as a direct theatrical release, a streaming original, or a co-production. This includes films from the Paranormal Activity and The Purge franchises, standalone scares like The Gift, and genre blends such as The Hunt. Excluded are documentaries, limited series, and films only distantly related to Blumhouse. Dates below reflect initial wide release in most markets.
Key editorial scope
- Theatrical features and major streaming originals produced or co-produced by Blumhouse.
- Franchise entries and standalone films with confirmed Blumhouse production credits.
- Release year, franchise grouping, and concise, evergreen notes.
Blumhouse horror movies list
| Title | Year | Franchise / Note | Key details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paranormal Activity | 2007 | Paranormal Activity series | Micro-budget found-footage breakout; first feature under Blumhouse. |
| Disturbia | 2007 | Non-franchise | Psychological thriller with horror elements; mainstream release. |
| Paranormal Activity 2 | 2010 | Paranormal Activity series | Prequel/sequel expanding the timeline; strong domestic opening. |
| The Purge | 2013 | The Purge series | Dystopian crime-horror concept; launched long-running franchise. |
| Paranormal Activity 3 | 2011 | Paranormal Activity series | Time-jump prequel; solid mid-tier gross. |
| Paranormal Activity 4 | 1014 | Paranormal Activity series | Set near previous entries; mixed-to-negative reception. |
| The Purge: Anarchy | 2014 | The Purge series | Box office improvement; critiques of social inequality. |
| The Gift | 2015 | Non-franchise | Psychological horror with domestic tension; strong auteur profile. |
| 10 Cloverfield Lane | 2016Monster Universe crossover | Critical acclaim for tension and performances; linked via shared universe tease. | |
| The Purge: Election Year | 2016 | The Purge series | Political thriller emphasis; franchise peak in ambition. |
| Happy Death Day | 2017 | Happy Death Day series | Time-loop slasher; breakout mid-budget hit. |
| The House | 2017 | Non-franchise | Comedy-horror hybrid; uneven but widely seen. |
| Truth or Dare | 2018 | Non-franchise | Social-media-driven horror premise; mixed reviews. |
| Happy Death Day 2U | 2019 | Happy Death Day series | Sequel expanding loop mechanics; moderate box office. |
| The Purge: The Forever After | 2021 | The Purge series | Final chapter for main Purge storyline; pandemic-era release. |
| The Night House | 2021Non-franchise | Ghost-story with strong critical reception; Rebecca Hall lead. | |
| The Forever Purge | 2021 | The Purge series | Declared final Purge film; mixed audience response. |
| The Black Phone | 2021 | Non-franchise | Fangoria adaptation; steady performer and franchise interest. |
| Bodies Bodies Bodies | 2022Non-franchise | Satirical slasher; Gen-Z tone and mixed long-term buzz. | |
| Texas Chainsaw Massacre | 2022Texas Chainsaw Massacre series | Reboot/soft-sequel; divisive critical reception. | |
| Smile | 2022 | Non-franchise | Effective chiller with broad reach; strong IP potential. |
| The Pale Blue Eye | 2022Non-franchise | Gothic mystery thriller; mixed response but notable cast. | |
| M3GAN | 2022 | M3GAN series | AI-doll slasher; viral success and sequel in development/planned. |
| Cocaine Bear | 2023 | Non-franchise | Bizarre true-story-driven horror-comedy; strong niche appeal. |
| Talk to Me | 2023Non-franchise | Fresh take on possession; critical and audience acclaim. | |
| Five Nights at Freddy’s | 2023Video-game adaptation | Major franchise launch; divisive critical reception but global box office draw. | |
| M3GAN 2.0 | 2025 | M3GAN series | Sequel aiming for broader horror-comedy appeal. |
Franchise patterns and frequency
Blumhouse is strongly associated with recurring horror franchises, most notably Paranormal Activity and The Purge. The Paranormal Activity series evolved from micro-budget experiments to entries with wider releases, while The Purge expanded into sociopolitical territory before narrowing in its later chapters. The Happy Death Day series introduced a playful time-loop mechanic, and M3GAN has emerged as a durable IP with merchandising and sequel momentum. Non-franchise titles often emphasize concepts over continuity, allowing for experimentation within horror and thriller subgenres.
Non-series standouts
- The Gift (2015): dark, character-driven suspense with strong critical praise.
- 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016): acclaimed tension-driven thriller linked by universe branding.
- The Night House (2021): tightly constructed ghost story noted for performance and craft.
- Smile (2022): widely seen, atmospheric chiller with robust IP development.
How to use this list
Use this catalog to explore Blumhouse across eras and subgenres: start with franchise entries if you enjoy serialized scares, or pick non-series films for concept-driven one-offs. Note that streaming availability varies by region and can change; verify on your local platform. Year is listed for viewing-order context, and franchise grouping helps identify narrative or brand continuity where it exists.
Methodology and scope notes
The list prioritizes features where Blumhouse is a credited production company on the primary horror release through 2024. Minor collaborations, television projects, and unverified productions are generally excluded. When studio partnerships shift (e.g., Universal distribution deals), films remain listed if Blumhouse retained producer-level involvement. Availability on streaming or physical media is mentioned where notable but may differ by market and over time.
Quick glossary
- Found-footage: filmed as if recorded by characters, often with handheld cameras.
- Time-loop: story structure in which events repeat, allowing iterative choices.
- Soft-sequel: continuation or reimagining that shares DNA but not strict continuity.
- IP: intellectual property with brand recognition enabling sequels or adaptations.
Wrap-up
Whether you are tracing the evolution of Paranormal Activity, binging The Purge, or sampling acclaimed standalones like The Gift and The Night House, this list serves as a durable reference for navigating Blumhouse’s horror catalog. Updated here as a long-term resource, it prioritizes clarity, verifiable release years, and practical viewing guidance.