Ranking Every Horror Movie I Watched in 2023

2023 wasn't the best year for horror films but we certainly got a ton of them. Here is all 46 horror movies I watched in 2023 ranked worst to best.
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[@cocoplayz7887]

0:00 Intro 1:12 46. Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 1:48 45. Natty Knocks 2:28 44. Skinamarink 2:57 43. Don’t Suck 3:40 42. Children of the Corn 4:23 41. Fear 4:58 40. Nefarious 5:44 39.The Exorcist: Believer 7:02 38. A Creature Was Stirring 7:56 37. The Nun II 9:04 36. It’s A Wonderful Knife 11:35 35. You’ll Never Find Me 13:35 34. V/H/S/ 85 15:16 33. Out of Darkness 16:37 32. Beau Is Afraid 17:58 31. The Pope’s Exorcist 18:44 30. The Boogeyman 20:31 29. There’s Something In the Barn 21:48 28. Pet Semetary: Bloodlines 23:22 27. Insidious: The Red Door 25:07 26. Malum 28:09 25. The Blackening 29:58 24. Haunted Mansion 31:13 23. Last Voyage of the Demeter 33:41 22. Where the Devil Roams 35:13 21. The Sacrifice Game 36:48 20. Five Nights At Freddy’s 38:38 19. The Wrath of Becky 40:06 18. The Last Video Store 41:50 17. Knock At the Cabin 44:48 16. M3GAN 46:47 15. Suitable Flesh 49:08 14. The Toxic Avenger 52:01 13. Scream VI 53:57 12. Thanksgiving 56:20 11. Dark Harvest 59:37 10. No One Will Save You 1:02:13 9. Infinity Pool 1:05:46 8. Cobweb 1:07:37 7. Renfield 1:09:15 6. Totally Killer 1:12:06 5. Evil Dead Rise 1:13:49 4. When Evil Lurks 1:15:52 3. Godzilla Minus One 1:18:00 2. Saw X 1:20:38 1. Talk to Me Thanks for the support guys!

[@colinbaldwin313]

I really appreciate your doing this. I've only seen a handful of movies on this list, so it's extremely helpful when people post such a breakdown to let me know which segments to watch. Keep up the altruistic work!

[@moonwalker5557]

Thank you so much! 🌠

[@cocoplayz7887]

⁠@@colinbaldwin313Thank you so much! I do this all the time and it never really pays off, but I find it kind of fun, and I guess I could say that you’re welcome.

[@cocoplayz7887]

@@moonwalker5557your welcome!

[@moonwalker5557]

@@cocoplayz7887 I'n really grateful that you've done this! It makes viewing the video 10 times more easier and fun. There are a good amount of movies I haven't seen so if I had to spend time looking for all the ones that I did see, It would kinda be a drag... So your efforts are appreciated incredibly much man :)

[@jonn8911]

These hour plus long lists will never get old

[@DarthEqualizer]

We all knew what last place was going to be, and well deserved.

[@Luc7727.]

Yeah, some friends and I went to see it thinking it would be hilarious, it was in fact just straight terrible

[@playedout148]

Must miss.

[@themidnighttavern6784]

​@@Luc7727.I don't understand films with a ridiculous concept where it's taken completely seriously. Blows my mind.

[@kayleighcolville3885]

100%. I met one of the girls who acts in this at a Nottingham Ice Nine Kills concert & she was such a horrible person who asked if we knew who she was & tried pushing people out her way. The ego was unwarranted for such a mess of a movie - she was the one hogtied on the road. Now we have a Mickey Mouse horror happening too apparently...

[@nonjajay2944]

​@@kayleighcolville3885Which actress was it?

[@jonathanhukill2220]

Hey man, so sorry to hear about your loss. We're here to support you in your time of mourning, hopefully the facial hair comes back soon.

[@MichaelTomsyck]

Saw X is safely my favorite. It has the solid traps, interesting lore, and violence, I want from a Saw experience, but with so much depth and emotion with John Kramer/Jigsaw as the lead. One of my Top 10 Favorites of 2023.

[@jennyk9748]

I was so pleasantly surprised by Saw X! Especially after the last release...

[@darkomortyc-1323]

One horror film you missed, "Hell house Llc orgins: Carmichael manor", genuinely creepy and unsettling. Mainly due to the way its filmed. I was surprised how terrifying the scares really turned out to be.

[@funkymerman]

Agree that 2023 was a weak horror year, but this movie genuinely made me afraid to look down my long hallway. I’d recommend, it was a fun and creepy watch!

[@xbonedog]

Love these end of year rankings! I found 2023 to be a pretty weak year for horror. Especially compared to the surprises of 2022. Here’s hoping this year is stronger.

[@supastar25]

True, I also found 2023 was very weak for horror, at least compared to 2022

[@heatheraggus7501]

Movies in general were weaker this year.

[@shannonbayley3684]

​@@heatheraggus7501Very true. Especially the big budget blockbuster types.

[@josephgesualdi6390]

love these end of year rankings. These are my favorite videos of the year that you make. Thanks for the dedication and time you put in this channel. My favorite reviewer on KZbin along with Sean Chandler.

[@DripsawKilla]

I’m a simple man. I see a Cody Leach video, and I instantly click. Here’s to hoping that Saw X gets the number one spot on this list…. IMO Tobin Bell gave one of the greatest acting performances in modern horror. What an icon.

[@the13thfox46]

saw X being so great was the biggest surprise the past 5 years. That's so awesome

[@mikejennings4180]

Looking forward to this! Thanks for all your continued hard work and wishing you and your family a great new year!

[@MaskMan-bx6kr]

Saw X is my favorite horror movie of the year 2023 that I still got Billy the puppet as my avatar. I like how they gave us perspective and more in dept of John Kramer's personality and his health journey, and his mentality. And it also explains why he's the way that he is as a villain without making him too sympathetic.

[@kevinoreilly7259]

Looking forward to this video all year! Thanks Cody!!

[@michaelcoffey1991]

@Cody I appreciate you loving the lists and rankings. This was a fun watch. Thank you

[@sarah-br9mw]

Love your and of year reviews!!! Thanks for the time you put into your channel! 🎉❤

[@Shadyside24]

It is crazy the difference in people's movie opinions. My #1 movie of the year was Beau Is Afraid. The wildest movie experience I've ever had in theaters. It blew me away but totally understand why people hate it. That's what makes films great. Great job, Cody! The best of KZbin movie reviewers.

[@duskfiend9358]

Masterpiece

[@Nicholasmcmath-cr1xl]

It one of my favorite of the year

[@whateverdoesntmatter9868]

It’s an unbelievably creative and smart movie. Soo much to take from it. 32 is absolutely ridiculous.

[@treysmith1551]

Great movie. In my head it came out 2022 👀😂

[@cobymclaughlin3453]

Awesome vid Cody! Always look forward to this ranking in particular😁

[@daltonvalero2772]

definitely agree with Talk to Me being the top horror movie this year. when they say “he’s behind you” during the party scene the first time i haven’t had chills like that in awhile. excited to see what they do for the next movie and i have faith it’ll be even creepier

[@punkkid182]

Happy New Year Cody!!! Thanks for the awesome material you provide!!!

[@SreyasSreejith-ss3qr]

I just saw you as a KZbinr lately and your amazing your content is funny and awesome!! You have valid reasons and I agree with your takes! Love your channel

[@clintonkildepsteen3982]

Sorry for your beard loss Cody... i did something similar a few months ago, stay strong

[@jeannajanowick1887]

Awesome way to end my day, love your channel, keep up the awesome work

[@Cjconway12]

not hating the last voyage when you hate things that aren't practical is wild. They found out he can not go out in the sun, and instead of burning the ship during the day when he could not go outside, they waited till night on purpose as part of their plan. they legit waited until he could leave on purpose.

[@DrLondon17]

Saw X is my personal favorite of the year, I’m also a huge Saw fan and like all of those movies

[@stickdan2098]

You actually explained perfectly the problems I had with Malum, besides the watermark and labtop. The theater I went to literally didn’t move the currents from the top or sides. I just couldn’t care after awhile cause I literally couldn’t tell what was real anymore.

[@manicstatic370]

The combining of religions in the exorcist one was so silly when they go directly against one another

[@TrainerZenjamin]

My top 10 spookies from this year: 10 Malum 9 Suitable Flesh 8 When Evil Lurks (would be higher but I can't be scared while reading lol) 7 Saw X 6 Scream 6 5 Totally Killer 4 A Haunting in Venice 3 Cobweb 2 Renfield 1 Talk to Me

[@areshorror]

My Ranking: 17. Winnie-the-Pooh Blood and Honey (Terribly made, but I had a little bit of fun with it) 16. The Boogeyman (Extremely generic) 15. Insidious: The Red Door (Extremely frivolous) 14. Dream Scenario (Interesting concept for a horror comedy) 13. Cobweb 12. FNAF Movie (I liked the story, but why was there such a lack of jumpscares?) 11. Renfield 10. Totally Killer (Loved the cast) 9. Scream VI 8. Skinamarink (I am into this type of horror, and I am glad the director found success, and I hope he uses it to make this type of horror more appealing in a feature-length film) 7. M3GAN (Had a little more to offer than I expected) 6. Thanksgiving (Built for me) 5. The Last Voyage of the Demeter 4. Missing (More of a mystery thriller, but I loved it) 3. Terrifier 2 (Didn't get the chance to see it until the re-release this year) 2. Evil Dead Rise (All sorts of groovy) 1. Saw X (The biggest surprise of the year for me)

[@VinylWarrior24]

I didn't think Winnie the Poo was terrible but nothing new.

[@salemslotandmore8278]

Thanks for the List and Video 😀

[@gamecock4u03]

Ohh shit Cody's end of the year rankings! It makes waking up at 3 a.m. for work easier when I can listen to the rankings.

[@sergioribeiro7725]

Looking forward to Cody’s Mickey’s Mouse Trap review. Will most definitely be his most anticipated film of the year.

[@CodyLeachYT]

I won't be acknowledging it

[@marci679]

@@CodyLeachYTi actually understand it because of how poorly they treat there audience like everybody has diffrent opinions on Things

[@Velocijoey]

*grabs popcorn* This is gonna be good!

[@Silvio67]

I have to admit, 'Thanksgiving' was my favorite

[@badgerclan17]

What you said about Pet Sematary also applies to Demeter: if we read the book, we already know how the story is supposed to end. Dracula kills everyone, and the ship drifts into dock in London with no one on board except a black dog (which is Dracula). There is a mystery, but it's completely explained (by someone's journal or the ship's log, I forget which). Still could have been an interesting film if done right, but I could tell from the trailer it wasn't.

[@Schalasare]

Finally!!! Been looking forward to this video for a long time! 😊

[@kimberlyhughes7281]

Poor Pooh and Piglet too! Cody Leach will never EVER like you! Great Ranking! You and Sean have pretty similar tastes in movies but I can see Andy still shaking his head at you for liking Cobweb! 😂

[@YeahRightBud]

By far the best movie reviewing channel on youtube

[@101greenleaf]

So happy to see Talk to Me at #1! Definitely my favorite film of the year

[@coreycarnegie5990]

Top 3 for me all for different reasons😊; Talk to Me (been a fan of RackaRacka for years and couldnt of been more proud with the product the twins gave us) Saw X (who knew the 10th film in a series could be so good, gave me what I have wanted for years and surprised me on how well they done it) Evil Dead Rise(most consistent franchise imo and continued to keep that title - dumb, fun and highly entertaining) Great ranking Cody! Looking forward to the mammoth video youve got planned of all the releases you seen last year😃

[@JoRN1222]

I really enjoyed Thanksgiving. Great video Cody.

[@Ralien666TV]

I like your reviews, you're a bit more of a critic than others out there that seem to like everything! SUBSCRIBED!!!!

[@treysmith1551]

Skinamarink might be my favorite horror film of the year. I love the atmosphere. Reminds me a lot of House of Leaves as far as the concept of space and claustrophobia.

[@VinylWarrior24]

That one is one you either love or hate ..i guess if you are alone at night might be good to watch it.

[@lonerebeI]

Very rare when I disagree with Cody's #1 being the best. Evil Dead Rise was my favorite of the year, followed by When Evil Lurks

[@jennyk9748]

I think Skinamarink is one of those movies that people claim to like to seem smart and introspective. Kudos to you for being honest about it!

[@jasminematilda]

I think the twist was the fact that they were the 4 horseman. It's not like they introduced themselves as such. If i remembered correctly, that was a realization that one of the characters had towards the end of the movie

[@ShinyMiaTV]

The not much more thing with Megan reminds me of classic 2005 when every comedy and horror movie had an unrated cut with a two minute difference! Awesome ranking as well!

[@NightmareNik]

hey cody! im sure this is pretty time consuming, but would you ever consider putting time stamps on your videos? i always love seeing your lists/ thoughts and where you rank things, but dont always have time to watch 1hr+ videos. i often find myself trying to skip ahead because im more curious about your thoughts on particular movies as opposed to others. ive had this thought before and not sure if youve answered this question already in the past. been waiting for this horror list, love your content and more times than not i share the same opinions as yourself! its clear you put a lot of effort into your work

[@CodyLeachYT]

I put time stamps in certain videos where it makes sense but to be honest I dont like encouraging skipping through a video that took as long to create as this one.

[@ethansiler]

Love you Cody hope 2024 treats us good

[@bubblez2687]

Love your videos! I think we have the same taste in movies. One issue I always have is that you only seem to mention the title of each movie once in these compilations, right when you start talking about that movie, so I end up having to rewind if it's a movie I end up being interested in from your description. Maybe you could add time stamps with the movie names or try to make sure you say the name a couple of times? That would be very helpful to me, and likely others. Once again, you do a great job on these. Thank you!

[@indauroleal7953]

"When evil Lurks" is definitely the best horror movie of the year. I totally agree you don't want to watch it immediately after you finish it because you are left feeling like you've been hit by a train.

[@BlueprintGB-gz5qq]

Thanksgiving is even better.

[@M3m3l0rd12]

When Evil Lurks or Talk to Me are for sure the best horror movies of the year

[@BlueprintGB-gz5qq]

& Thanksgiving which is better than both.@@M3m3l0rd12

[@kkarx]

It would be the best with a better screenplay. As it is it makes zero sense and I lost interest in the half.

[@indauroleal7953]

@@kkarx I think the script is brilliant. It won in Sitges as an unproduced scropt and Shudder gave them 25 million dollars to produce it.

[@krisorgan]

I wasn’t sure what to make of dark harvest. I can’t decide if I like or really like it. I definitely enjoyed it, which is the main thing. I’m definitely glad I watched ya this video though, as I’ve now got a list written down of horror movies to check out, that I wouldn’t of if not for this video. Thank you

[@kayleighcolville3885]

I swear I'm the only person that hated Cobweb. The twist was predictable & other than the dream sequence, I thought it sucked. I'm hoping 2024 brings out better horrors that's not just jump scares.

[@CodyLeachYT]

I get it. It’s not for everyone.

[@kayleighcolville3885]

@CodyLeachYT if we all liked the same things, the world would end up a very boring place...It wasn't for me but I agree with you on everything else, of course, respectfully. I'm fine being alone on my Cobweb dislike...I'm sure I'll love something in 2024 that everyone hates 😂

[@hopefulsoul728]

Sorry to sound odd, but, I don’t see anything wrong with the beard😂😂😂😂! Happy New Year, Cody. I didn’t even know about some of the movies on your list, I’m totally out of touch. I hit the like button as per usual. Have a good one , you’re appreciated.

[@kylekarg]

Thx for making amazing content you got me through covid a couple months ago and thanks too your serpent and the rainbow video i got into god smack Just wondering what your favorite albums were from this year Mine were Mamoth 2 - mamoth wvh Here we are - Foo Fighters 72 seasons - metalica

[@username7258]

Evil dead on a plane would be a radical movie

[@VinylWarrior24]

That would be almost like the zombie breakout on the plane in WW Z

[@Kobiedog31]

41:14 the owner of my local video store in Edmonton. Alberta was the lead character in that movie. I got to see it in my hometown with a sold out crowd. It was so much fun. He did a Q&A after it was such a great experience.

[@zackp2093]

Great List man! I recommend the movie Red Rooms that came out this year as well.

[@maskedman5657]

I feel like im the only one on earth who is not as big a fan of Saw X. It was actually good the first two acts of the film. The problem was the ending for me. Somehow yet again they are trying to get us to believe that Jigsaw planned out every single scenario even though he could have got injured/killed at any point.

[@jayboyjay17]

Dude I just posted the same thing, thank fuck. I was feeling like Mugatu man

[@Theendoftimekaliyuga]

It was ok

[@jasonvoorhees310]

5:00 clock shadow only adds to a man's toughness look. Not saying you need it but it's nothing but an improvement. Great video.

[@Theendoftimekaliyuga]

So is that what your hiding under that mask? An awesome five o'clock shadow

[@Sharkman42]

Digging the new look Cody👌

[@jasonchilado]

My favorite video you make of every year! Thanks for all the content, Cody

[@FalconsRays8]

Pooh, Clock, Fear the Night, Play Dead and Spoonful of Sugar are my bottom 5. Talk to me, Knock at the Cabin, Saw X, Influencer and When Evil Lurks are my top 5.

[@MaduroMan]

If you want to see the talent of Sophie Wild (Talk To Me) in a non horror role, she plays a teenager dealing with anorexia in Everything Now currently streaming on Netflix.

[@RedSpade37]

That grindset mindset!

[@seank1033]

I 100% agree about Ari Astor. "Self-indulgent" is the perfect word. He's been so disappointing after Hereditary.

[@Gamzor]

this is the list I was waiting for

[@hanzfit1999]

I wish Cody can see the VHS movies from my eyes. Easily favourite horror franchise from the last decade. Specially the first one, imo being GOAT tier horror flick.

[@skyofthelivingdead]

I’m with you, though I think 2 is the best. 85 was pretty close for me tho.

[@hanzfit1999]

@@skyofthelivingdead they are all great imo. Even parallel monsters from viral was astounding.

[@NikolaV022]

I love to see Cobweb so high up. A great movie. Lizzy Caplan gave me Katy Bates, Misery vibes.

[@andrewwagner8939]

The actor who played the possessed guy in Nefarious absolutely crushed it though

[@Claaavio]

just saw when evil lurks, awesome suggestion!

[@alextoth9853]

The Safe Haven segment from VHS2 is fantastic, absolutely seek it out.

[@Merit2397]

My favorite horror movie of 2023 was Saw X. For the longest time, I wasn't the biggest fan of that franchise. I thought it gave way to the more serious, depressing, torture porn side of horror that was trying to show just how "deep" and pretentious it was. This was the movie that changed that. Great story, excellent protagonist, and truly suspenseful.

[@pn1386]

Nice list! Missed hell house LLC prequel tho which was pretty good

[@roberthenrypoet]

Horror movie ranking time: Let's go!!!

[@scottv8124]

As someone who loves horror i know its a genre that defines quanity over quality. I appriciate Cody sitting through a bulk of crap to find gems like When Evil Lurks as i wouldnt have seen it otherwise. Mine: Talk to me, when evil lurks, saw x, megan, evil dead rise, scream 6 and nefarious

[@docbrown6797]

You are the best, Cody. I always keep a notepad nearby to write down your recommendations. Since Stuckmann got busy making movies and changed his format, you are my go to for engaging film content.

[@mymoviehub3438]

My Number 1 horror movie of 2023 is "Evil Dead Rise"

[@themidnightwoodsman1804]

I really need to see Talk to Me. "Influencer" was my fave of 2023 (it's on Shudder). I loved Thanksgiving, enjoyed the new Nun. I saw Cobweb on a random trip to the cinema and enjoyed that too.

[@realhousewifeoftransylvania1.0]

I really liked and got creeped out with Cobweb and that rarely ever happens. I hated the reveal of the sister though. It was SOOO BAD!

[@rhettdavison]

Interesting, I was looking for “The Last Video Store” online and found a completely different “The Last Video Store” that also came out in 2023. It’s an Australian movie and it’s on Tubi. It’s actually rather interesting. I love the nostalgia video store atmosphere. Here’s a synopsis: A video rental store's security cameras capture the love story of two young employees, but trouble arises when an ex-boyfriend, a dangerous criminal, returns. I don’t see a release date (other than at Fantastic Fest) for the one on your list. It sounds really intriguing.

[@truckingwithging]

I loved Dark Harvest and when I seen it was coming out I went and bought the book to read quickly before it was released. I would love to see you do a review of it

[@Gr8fuldawg]

I know they’re not movies but have you ever thought about reviewing/ranking black mirror episodes? I would love to see you do that

[@rabbit_704]

At work finna listen!!!!!! Oh yea!

[@mikevanderlip1836]

Ive done the same with the beard too Cody. You will be okay. Just remember if you trim it it will come... back

[@brentgarlick9605]

One of the great mysteries of hollywood would have to be why studios keep greenlighting Children of the Corn movies.

[@Apostate_Alexei]

The ending of Talk to Me was brilliant. I could actually feel the main character's despair

[@mikesreviews844]

New year, new shave haha. Sorry about that horror story my friend!

[@JSPokemonYT]

I watched 55 Horror Movies in 2023. My Top 10 Horror Movies of 2023: 1. Godzilla: Minus One (2023) 2. Evil Dead Rise (2023) 3. Scream VI (2023) 4. Totally Killer (2023) 5. Five Nights at Freddy's (2023) 6. Knock at the Cabin (2023) 7. When Evil Lurks (2023) 8. Never Hike Alone 2 (2023) 9. Talk to Me (2023) 10. Thanksgiving (2023) My Top 10 Worst Horror Movies of 2023: (9-10 are decent movies, while 1-8 are the shitbombs.) 1. Nefarious (2023) 2. Skinamarink (2023) 3. When a Creature is Stirring (2023) 4. Children of the Corn (2023) 5. Pet Sematary: Bloodlines (2023) 6. The Black Demon (2023) 7. Bird Box: Barcelona (2023) 8. Fear (2023) 9. The Exorcist: Believer (2023) 10. Haunted Mansion (2023)

[@joker99045]

Happy that Cody liked talk to me alot more after the review

[@dakotaslone1773]

Here’s my ranking! 1. Scream VI 2. When Evil Lurks 3. Sick 4. Talk to Me 5. Saw X 6. Evil Dead Rise 7. Infinity Pool 8. Thanksgiving 9. The Exorcist: Believer 10. M3GAN 11. Totally Killer 12. The Third Saturday in October Part V 13. The Third Saturday in October 14. It’s a Wonderful Knife

[@jerrys1]

Glad to hear I’m not alone in not liking Midsommar

[@VinylWarrior24]

It was ok but i thought the nude scene's were quite weird.

[@The3rdGunman]

Evertone seems to have liked Totally Killer... Man I hated that movie. Great video Cody.

[@weirdguy1495]

Honestly, if you want a Godzilla movie similar to Minus One, you could always watch the original movie from 1954.

[@VinylWarrior24]

Minus 1 is better.

[@Jfromtexas]

I was glad to see Godzilla Minus One made the list and ranked so high. My mom loves Godzilla movies so I took her to see it. She said it was the first time she ever found Godzilla to be scary.

[@VinylWarrior24]

That is the best movie of the year and was better than Oppenheimer

[@Laurenjoinsyoutube]

It’s funny cuz I liked the Blackening and when you said target audience I was like yea you’re right 😂😂 it went out of my theaters quick so I watched it at home

[@neilarora8626]

Just watched dark harvest and I agree with you! Thought it was an interesting horror movie with some pretty good thought put into the script which I like. I thought the twist wasn’t bad but created some plot holes.

[@grandma6759]

completely agree with talk to me, saw x too was also my 2nd favorite of the year and a huge surprise

[@HeathenTrucker]

Damn you and your perfect lists lol

[@smudge7057]

It's the final countdown!

[@rbryant71]

Hey Cody, I encourage you to see Last Voyage of the Demeter again. I enjoyed it significantly more on second viewing. 🙌🏽