Episode 149

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19th Sep 2025

The Best Scary Movies That Aren’t Actually Horror

Not every terrifying movie has ghosts, slashers, or jump scares. Some creep in quietly—disguised as war dramas, psychological thrillers, or coming-of-age stories—and leave a deeper scar than most horror flicks ever could.

In this episode, we count down 15 deeply unsettling films that aren’t technically horror, but will haunt you just the same. From war-torn Europe to suburban ballet studios, these movies build dread, trauma, and unease in ways you never saw coming.

🎬 Featuring:

  • Come and See – WWII as a waking nightmare
  • Black Swan – Perfection that devours
  • No Country for Old Men – The coin decides
  • Perfect Blue, Aftersun, The Road, and more...

If you’ve ever finished a “normal” movie and felt genuinely disturbed—this list is for you.


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