best 7 Korean horror film and series to series on Halloween weekend

A Tale of Two Sisters (2003)

A psychological horror film, A Tale of Two Sisters was released in 2003 and its main theme is the story of two sisters. The sisters’ torment and the fear that their stepmother puts them through are the main aspects of the film. The film’s plot is, literally, a reworking of the old Joseon-era folktale Janghwa Hongryeon jeon, which has gotten cinematic adaptations countless times. The film’s exceptional combination of fright, tension and emotional suffering keeps the viewers’ interest till the last moment.

The Mimic (2017)

The film tells a story about a monster from an ancient folktale of the Jangsan Tiger. This creature is said to mimic the voices of humans and prey on them. A grieving mother is the main character of the story who mysteriously encounters a little shorty after the death of her kid. In time, she comes to realize that the shorty is actually the one who is connected with a powerful evil force. The film preaches the theme of emotional affliction along with supernatural fear, and, in fact, the climax comes as a surprise.

The Wailing (2016)

If you are even a bit of a horror movie fan, The Wailing is a film you cannot miss. Mysterious murders’ investigation in a village is the plot of the film. A police officer is really scared when his daughter starts to manifest the signs of being possessed by a bad spirit. The situation gets worse and he resorts to performing exorcism and using exorcism rituals. The movie goes deep into the conflict among faith, fear and humanity.

All of Us Are Dead (2022)

This zombie apocalypse series is set in a school, and the plot revolves around a deadly virus outbreak. Students infected with the virus have to fight against their friends to survive. This series is not only frightening but also has a very strong emotional aspect. It shows that in the most adverse situations, the human race swings between morality and empathy to survive.

Sweet Home (2020)

Sweet Home is a horror series set in a post-apocalyptic world that shows people who are stuck in an apartment building. Every immediately and then, humans start to turn into really scary monsters. The plot centers around a boy who is lonely and trying to discount with a lot of different things—his fears and the dangers around him. The movie asks a tricky question: who the real monster is—the people outside or the ones living inside us.

Exhuma (2024)

This film shows a grave that was dug up, and it was a case of an unmarked body buried there. At first, it looks like a normal dig, but as time goes by, its awful truth comes out. Exhuma does not show any scenes of traditional horror but portrays through psychological horror and suspense. The ending of the film is so surprising that it makes the audience just speechless.

Gyeongseong Creature (2023)

The plot takes place at the time of the Japanese occupation and focuses on 1945. A scientist is performing inhumane vivisection with the aim of making a monstrous creature that will be used as a war dog. A powerful hunter and a rich man unite their forces to defeat this evil. The movie is a perfect mix of science, history, and horror.