Slasher films are some of the most iconic in the Horror genre. Classics like Friday the 13th and Halloween helped progress the 80s Horror boom and there is something incredibly visceral about the chase scenes and nail-biting tension that builds during a well-made slasher flick. Perhaps it's because most slasher films feature unhinged humans as the "monster," making the situation feel all the more real to most people.

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Although some Slasher films are much gorier and faster-moving than most classics, they still retain a lot of the same elements that make these movies so iconic. To better celebrate the genre within the genre, here's a look at some of the best Modern Slasher Movies from the last decade, perfect for some Halloween binging.

Hush (2016)

Hush takes the concept of the traditional slasher film and twists it slightly by making it a much more "contained" experience. The entire thing feels claustrophobic, as it takes place almost entirely within someone's home, a place we all usually feel is "safe and secure." The terror levels are amped up to 11 for the film's protagonist, as she suffers from hearing loss. It's bad enough to see a killer stalking their prey under "normal circumstances."

The prospect of a deaf woman having to fight for her life against a masked attacker makes Hush a truly unnerving experience. It's definitely one of the better-made Slasher flicks in recent years for the storyline alone.

Candyman (2021)

The legend of Candyman has been rattling around in the minds of Horror fans ever since the original film dropped in 1992. The Bloody Mary-like urban legend gained a lot of steam during the Horror boom, only to disappear into obscurity. New age Horror fans should consider Candyman somewhat of a Creepypasta, a Horrific tale spun through folklore and passed down from generation to generation.

The original film is always good for some last-night frights but those looking for a modern twist on the tale should check out its latest "reboot." Candyman follows the story of a struggling painter who gets more than he bargained for when he starts to unravel the story surrounding the iconic Horror legend.

Freaky (2020)

Some slasher films break up the tension with small bits of comedy sprinkled in, while others fully embrace their slapstick elements and biting commentary to evolve into full-fledged Horror Comedies. Freaky is the latter, embracing a lot of the tropes that make for a good Slasher film and twisting them into hilarity by blending the classic "kill storyline" with the concept of Freaky Friday. The end result works surprisingly well.

Kathryn Newton plays a "normal Teen" who finds herself switching bodies with an infamous serial killer. Add in the tension that she needs to "swap back" within 24-hours, a great supporting cast, and a killer that doesn't care what body he's occupying, and it's easy to see why Freaky is such a unique modern Slasher offering.

Tucker and Dale vs Evil (2010)

Continuing with the theme of Horror Comedy, Tucker and Dale vs. Evil completely subverts the genre, creating a unique movie that follows two "hillbilly friends" that find themselves accused of being heinous killers. It's Horror Comedy done right, featuring great dialogue, solid acting, and an entertaining story that begins with a misunderstanding and soon devolves into chaos and bloodshed.

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It's hard to go into too much detail about the film without spoiling its hilarious twists and turns but it's a great addition to any Halloween Slasher film lineup and will breakup some of the more tense films with its fresh take on the genre.

Child's Play (2019)

The Child's Play franchise has been around since 1988, terrifying children and adults alike with its sinister take on the "haunted doll" genre of Horror. Although "Chucky" had become a cult classic, the series was losing steam in the early 2010s and definitely calling for a reboot. Although the latest film was a bit of a mixed bag with critics, there were many Child's Play faithful that thought it was a solid modern adaptation of the classic fright fest.

This iteration plays similar to the original film but offers a lot of modern nuances thanks to the doll's integration with modern software. It's updated both visually and generationally, making it a great watch for this year's Halloween.

Haunt (2019)

There's no better time to watch a slasher film that takes place on Halloween, than on the big night itself. Haunt follows a group looking for the ultimate scare, after being disappointed by most humdrum haunted houses. Their search takes them to a location far outside of town to an attraction that promises to prey on their inner-most fears.

The location turns out to be much more than a traditional haunted house and things soon descend into Chaos. Haunt is an entertaining look at the dangers of straying too far from the beaten path and is one of the more entertaining offerings to pop up in the modern age of Horror.

Fear Street: Part One - 1994 (2021)

Most fans know the name R.L. Stine from the ever-popular children's Horror book series, Goosebumps. This film series is from the iconic author, based on his Fear Street books but is a much more adult offering thanks to its R-rating. The original film in the trilogy, 1994, follows a group of teenagers as they find themselves face-to-face with an ancient evil that has existed in their town for over 300 years.

Those looking for a fun story that spans over three films will find a lot to enjoy with Fear Street.

The Purge (2013)

Although many would classify it as a thriller more than a "traditional slasher Horror film," the Purge was so popular among audiences that it managed to spawn its own franchise. It's an interesting concept, made all the more alarming by intense visuals, a lot of bloody action, and some seriously tense moments sprinkled throughout its high-octane runtime. It's a thrill ride from start to finish.

Thanks to a new law, all crimes become legal for one night per year. It's an interesting look at the violent side of humanity and how quickly things would devolve into chaos if there was one night in which no one was responsible for the terrible acts they committed.

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