9 Star Movies

These are the movies just a hair under perfect — the “best of the best” that might not have rewritten cinema history, but damn near tried. If you’re looking for horror that’s unforgettable without quite hitting the all-time ceiling, this is where you live.

MovieYearDirectorRating
The Exorcist1973William Friedkin9.7
Jaws1975Steven Spielberg9.8
The Shining1980Stanley Kubrick9.4
The Thing1982John Carpenter9.3
Alien1979Ridley Scott9.2
Carrie1976Brian De Palma9.1