Instant Alert: The 7 best horror movies of 2017, according to critics

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   The 7 best horror movies of 2017, according to critics by John Lynch on Oct 31, 2017, 11:38 AM Advertisement This year in horror movies has seen a number of critically acclaimed films that were also hugely successful at the box office. While "It" is on its way to becoming the highest grossing horror film of all time, Jordan Peele's "Get Out" became an instant hit and certified modern classic upon its release in April.  To track which horror films of this year are worth watching, we turned to the reviews aggregator Rotten Tomatoes for its list of the most critically acclaimed "scary movies of 2017," ranked by their composite critical reception. We excluded any film that had less than 40 reviews to skew the list toward wider releases, and we used audience scores to break any ties.  Here are the 7 best horror movies of 2017, according to critics: Note: We've footnoted foreign films that were initially released in previous years but saw a North America release for the first time in 2017.  SEE ALSO: The 20 top-earning horror movies of all time 7. "The Limehouse Golem" Critic score: 77% Audience score: 60% Summary: "A series of murders has shaken the community to the point where people believe that only a legendary creature from dark times - the mythical so-called Golem - must be responsible." What critics said: "This nasty little Victorian London horror film has more than a few blood-soaked charms of its own." — Chicago Sun-Times Initial release: Sept. 2016; North American release: Sept. 2017.  6. "It" Critic score: 85% Audience score: 86% Summary: "A group of bullied kids band together when a shapeshifting demon, taking the appearance of a clown, begins hunting children." What critics said: "This new 'It' has more on its mind, and gives more body and voice to [Stephen] King's ideas of childhood anxieties and the corrosive power of fear." — New York Magazine 5. "The Transfiguration" Critic score: 86% Audience score: 55% Summary: "When troubled teen Milo, who has a fascination with vampire lore, meets the equally alienated Sophie, the two form a bond that begins to blur Milo's fantasy into reality." What critics said: "Bold and brutal in shocking spurts, the indie horror drama from writer-director O'Shea is a startling debut that leaves a fresh mark on the genre while celebrating its forbears." — Los Angeles Times See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network:    Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011