May 2024 might not be the most exciting for horror movies fans on Netflix. With the arrival of the month, the streaming service plans to bring a variety of new horror movies that will thrill and stimulate your adrenaline.
Not only do they present films that contain elements of horror, some of them also offer thrilling thriller elements. Here are some of the latest horror movies that will air on Netflix in May 2024.
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Netflix’s Horror Movie May 2024
1. Malam Para Jahanam – 2023
The horror movie “Malam Para Jahanam”, which hit theaters December 2023, is coming to Netflix on May 31. The story focuses on Rendi, Martin, and Siska who experience horrific terror while delivering Rendi’s grandfather’s body to Winongo Village.
As per his will, and they are subsequently trapped in the vengeance of a creepy creature. Marni (Djenar Maesa Ayu) and Dira Aghniny Haque) provide help that uncovers the dark conflict between the Communist People’s Youth group and the santri under the leadership of Kyai Malik (Teddy Syach) in 1965.
By combining historical elements and bold horror, Malam Para Jahanam offers a unique and different experience.
2. Barbarian – 2022
The latest horror movie to hit Netflix in March 2024 is Barbarian. The opening of Barbarian is full of suspense. It begins when Tess (Georgina Campbell) finds herself standing in front of a house in the middle of a cold, rainy night.
He had booked a place to stay through Airbnb, but it turned out that someone else had also rented the place.
Tess and the audience feel cautious as Keith (Bill Skarsgård), who seems friendly, offers them shelter. With poorly maintained surroundings and a rainy night, Tess is forced to accept a sleepover at the house.
Eventually, a series of mysterious events spark Tess’ curiosity and lead her to discover unexpected surprises in the house. The movie received rave reviews and positive reviews from critics as well as audiences thanks to the pleasant surprises it offers.
The movie itself will air on Netflix on May 17, 2024.
3. Monster – 2023
Next up is the movie Monster. Debuting at the JAFF (Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival) on November 29, 2023, the film will air on Netflix on May 16, 2024.
Director Rako Prijanto revealed that this work is a film without dialogue that prioritizes the intuition and simplicity of a child in overcoming challenging conditions.
In a trailerTrailer adalah cuplikan singkat dari sebuah film yang dirilis sebagai promosi sebelum film tersebut tayang... More, the movie “Monster” tells the story of the adventures of two children who are kidnapped into a mysterious house. When Zara (Anantya Kirana) manages to escape, she hears a cry for help from her friend, which makes her realize that she cannot leave her friend in the hands of a sadistic kidnapper.
With courage, he decides to go back and try to save his best friend, giving the movie a tense and exciting feel.
Not only Anantya Kirana, the movie also features Alex Abbad and Marsha Timothy, although it is unclear what their roles are. The audience’s curiosity is heightened by the mysterious creature that the movie mentions, making them impatient to wait.
4. Firestarter – 2022
Starting May 15, 2024, viewers can then watch Firestarter on Netflix, a remake of the 1984 horror film of the same name based on Stephen King’s 1980 book.
The movie is a thriller and sci-fi genre, presenting elements of horror through depictions of supernatural powers and the tension of being chased by government agents.
Firestarter begins with a retrospective scene featuring baby Charlie (Ryan Kiera Armstrong) who accidentally starts a fire in a room using her pyrokinesis ability.
Aware of their daughter’s supernatural powers and potential dangers, Andy (Zac Efron) and Vicky (Sydney Lemmon) make every effort to keep Charlie hidden from government agents eager to capitalize on her skills.
During this hunt, Andy began giving Charlie lessons on how to manage his abilities. However, when Charlie turned 11 years old, his abilities became more difficult for him to manage. Then, one day, a secret agent finds them, which makes the situation even more tense.
5. Trinil – 2024
The next new horror movie to hit Netflix in May 2024 is Trinil. At the beginning of 2024, cinemas in Indonesia have shown a new horror film by Hanung Bramantyo entitled Trinil: Return My Body.
The movie is a co-production between Indonesia and Malaysia. The movie is inspired by a famous radio drama in the 80s, but Hanung Bramantyo has given his unique twist and adaptation to the story.
The story focuses on a couple, Rara (Carmela Van Der Kruk) and Sutan (Rangga Nattra), who are preparing to start a new chapter in their lives in a large family estate, located in the middle of a plantation. One night, Rara faces a creepy experience of falling asleep.
Rumor has it that Rara and Sutan’s plantation is terrorized by the ghost of a flying head, which is thought to be the factor behind the mysterious deaths of several workers. Sutan then contacts Yusof (Fatah Amin), a friend from his school days in Penang, Malaysia, who has expertise in dealing with supernatural phenomena, for help.
The film offers surprises and innovations, including the introduction of Malay Javanese rituals and visual depictions of 1970s to 1980s horror that are unique and appealing to some audiences.
The uniqueness of the experience presented makes Trinil: Return My Body a highly anticipated work, which will be released on May 9, 2024.
