The world feels a little unhinged these days. Between the news, the endless doomscrolling and an atmosphere thick with chaos, it’s no wonder people are looking for movies where the main characters have it a lot worse than we do. In a strange way, it’s comforting to know of a parallel, albeit fictional, universe that’s more messed up that ours.
But in a strange way, gory movies offer a unique kind of release—a controlled dive into horrors that mirror our own uncertain times. Movies like The Platform and The Substance use grotesque imagery to reflect society’s most pressing fears, while others, like A Serbian Film and Cannibal Holocaust, ditch any sense of subtlety to shock audiences with raw, relentless violence. Whether you’re drawn to gore for its metaphorical weight or the pure, stomach-turning thrill, we’ve put together a list that spans from iconic splatter to modern brutality. Steel yourself—this lineup is guaranteed to push your limits.
13 Gory Movies To Stream That Will Make You Sick
Kill (2024)
A high-speed train to New Delhi becomes a blood-soaked battleground when a duo of elite commandos clash with an invading horde of ruthless bandits. Thanks to the action scenes choreographed by expert Se-Jeong Oh, who’s worked on War (2019), Tiger 3 (2023) and Snowpiercer (2013), the film cranks up the gore to dizzying heights as brutal, close-quarters combat unfolds across the narrow, claustrophobic aisles of the moving train. In this relentless frenzy, every car turns into a gauntlet of improvised weaponry and vicious hand-to-hand showdowns, leaving no place for the faint of heart.
Cannibal Holocaust (1980)
This infamous faux-documentary left a lasting mark on gore cinema, as well as the courts—it sparked legal cases over alleged animal cruelty and audience shock. The gruesome, raw visuals and disturbing realism set a standard for "found footage" that’s both groundbreaking and nauseating.
A Serbian Film (2010)
A retired porn star, hoping for a fresh start, agrees to star in an art film—only to find himself trapped in a horrific production themed around paedophilia and necrophilia.
Wrong Turn (2003)
Cannibal families in backwoods America, could there be a more frightening sentence? Wrong Turn combines horror with relentless chase scenes, as a group of lost friends falls prey to a brutal family of inbred cannibals. This gore classic is loaded with jump scares, blood, and a sense of dread that keeps you hooked till the very end.
Hostel (2005)
Eli Roth’s Hostel ignited the “torture porn” subgenre, spotlighting unimaginable horrors one can come across when backpacking. The film’s use of stomach-turning violence, combined with its bleak view of humanity, makes it an unsettling viewing experience that’s tough to forget.
The Human Centipede Series (2009, 2011, 2015)
Taking gore to an unimaginable extreme, The Human Centipede series explores the limits of depravity through a horrific medical experiment. As each instalment progresses, the grotesque concept only gets more revolting, making it a must-watch (or must-avoid) for horror fans.
Saw Series (2004–Ongoing)
Starting with psychological horror, the Saw franchise eventually embraced its reputation for gore, growing more extreme with each release. The sadistic traps and brutal visuals in each film test the limits of survival, earning Saw its place as the ultimate gore-fest for horror aficionados.
Midnight Meat Train (2008)
Ryuhei Kitamura’s Midnight Meat Train is a chilling gore movie, takes audiences on a gruesome subway ride filled with terror. This atmospheric gore-fest features Bradley Cooper in a gritty role that sees him uncover a terrifying underground world drenched in blood and despair.
NH10 (2015)
A bold take on the horror thriller genre from Bollywood, NH10 follows a woman trapped in a dangerous situation on the outskirts of society. The film’s visceral violence is rooted in real-life fears and injustices, making it a powerful, stomach-churning look at the horror we face daily.
Bandit Queen (1994)
Not a gory movie per se, but Bandit Queen delivers a brutal, unflinching portrayal of violence rooted in reality. The raw narrative of Phoolan Devi’s tragic life makes this Indian drama feel like a gut punch, with scenes as intense and shocking as any horror flick.
The Void (2016)
A love letter to cosmic horror, The Void combines intense gore with Lovecraftian dread. As creatures and cultists converge, this indie gem revels in practical effects and unearthly monsters, creating an atmosphere that’s equally revolting and terrifying.
Green Inferno (2013)
Eli Roth’s homage to Cannibal Holocaust, Green Inferno dives deep into survival horror with graphic depictions of cannibalistic tribes. Roth spares no detail in crafting scenes that’ll test even the strongest stomachs, making it an unsettling exploration of human savagery.
I Saw The Devil (2010)
This South Korean thriller isn’t just about gore; it’s about revenge pushed to its brutal limits. As a police officer goes on a gruesome mission to avenge his fiancée, I Saw The Devil delivers relentless violence with a psychological edge that leaves you both horrified and spellbound.
