We are already nearly through the first month of 2022. I started looking into the movies coming out this year not too long ago. I found so many that it made sense to share the top ones for my 2022 horror watchlist!
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Morbius (dir. Daniel Espinosa)
This may not end up being the most horror one I found, but it’s classified as horror and I love Jared Leto. Also, Jared Leto as a vampire? I was on board before this movie was even thought of.
Expected release date: January 28th
X (dir. Ti West)
This new A24 (home of Hereditary, Midsommar, The Lighthouse, and many others) horror film is showing a lot of 70s slasher vibes so far, and I am here for it.
Expected release date: March 18th
The Black Phone (dir. Scott Derrickson)
I saw the first trailer for this the last time I went to a movie theater. Given the kidnapping, suspense, and that nightmare-inducing mask, I knew this movie (based on a story by Joe Hill) will not hold back. I predict I will be watching it through my fingers (but I’m still watching it).
Expected release date: June 24th
Nope (dir. Jordan Peele)
A new Jordan Peele movie with a stellar cast AND the best horror movie title ever? The excitement is real.
Expected release date: July 22nd
‘Salem’s Lot (dir. Gary Dauberman)
I rediscovered this one during this week’s research after forgetting about the rumors I had heard about it being made. ‘Salem’s Lot is such an iconic horror novel that deserves the full silver screen treatment, and I am so glad to see it finally happening (P.S. this is a cover of the book; no movie poster yet).
Expected release date: September 9th
Halloween Ends (dir. David Gordon Green)
I was honestly disappointed in Halloween Kills (2021), but I am optimistic about this (alleged) final installment. Plenty of fellow moviegoers have theories for the finale in place already. Personally, I want to simply wait and see what happens with the enigma that is Michael Myers.
Expected release date: October 14th
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Until next time,
Jordan
By Night 
I’m so excited to see X!
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