Best Folk Horror Movies Ranked: Reddit’s Top 5 Picks
Folk horror films tap into primal fears lurking beneath picturesque rural settings, blending folklore, paganism, and ancient traditions. We dove into passionate Reddit conversations to unearth fan favorites—here are the best folk horror movies ranked by the community. Join us on a chilling journey through fields, forests, and forgotten rites.
Top 5 Folk Horror Movies Ranked
| Rank | Film | Era | Noteworthy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Wicker Man (1973) | Classic | Iconic pagan rituals & performances |
| 2 | Blood on Satan’s Claw (1971) | Classic | Disturbing rural supernatural terror |
| 3 | The Witch (2015) | Modern | Historical authenticity & dread |
| 4 | Witchfinder General (1968) | Classic | Vincent Price’s brutal portrayal |
| 5 | Midsommar (2019) | Modern | Disturbing daylight horror |
1. The Wicker Man (1973)
Starring horror legend Christopher Lee, The Wicker Man remains the ultimate folk horror experience according to Reddit’s horror enthusiasts.
🦇 “The Wicker Man (1973) – This is the quintessential folk horror film. Absolutely essential viewing.”
u/cultfilmfanatic, r/horror – Folk Horror Essentials, July 12, 2024
2. Blood on Satan’s Claw (1971)
A pillar of British folk horror praised for its eerie rural setting and intense supernatural dread.
🦇 “Blood on Satan’s Claw is atmospheric, unsettling, and the perfect example of countryside horror done right.”
u/horrorhistorian, r/folkhorror – Best British Folk Horror Films, October 22, 2023
3. The Witch (2015)
Robert Eggers masterfully captures historical paranoia, earning a permanent spot in folk horror lore.
🦇 “The Witch truly captures isolated paranoia and spiritual dread that defines great folk horror.”
u/darkforestfilms, r/horror – The Witch and Folk Horror Revival, May 15, 2024
4. Witchfinder General (1968)
Vincent Price delivers a chilling performance as a ruthless witch hunter, solidifying its legendary horror status.
🦇 “Witchfinder General remains brutally impactful. Price delivers one of his finest performances.”
u/vincentpricelover, r/classichorror – Witchfinder General Review, December 1, 2023
5. Midsommar (2019)
A modern folk horror masterpiece celebrated for its unsettling daylight terror and vivid visuals.
🦇 “Midsommar redefined folk horror for a new generation, terrifying in the brightest of daylight.”
u/modernhorrorcritic, r/horrorreviews – Midsommar: Folk Horror Rebirth, June 5, 2024
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