Top 10 PG-13 Horror Movies That Will Make You Scream

Horror films have become increasingly popular among filmgoers over the years, offering suspense and fear without the excessive shocks and gore of R rating films. For those looking for a safe, yet still potentially terrifying experience, here are 10 PG-13 horror movies that will surely leave you screaming for more.

Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson play paranormal investigators who take on the case of a family residing in a haunted house in James Wan’s supernatural horror film The Conjuring (2013). There are many spooky scenes in The Conjuring that will make viewers jump.

The Ring (2002, Directed by Gore Verbinski): This remake of a Japanese horror film follows a reporter (Naomi Watts) as she investigates a videotape that causes death seven days after it is viewed. The Ring is full of psychological horror, featuring some of the most iconic jump scares in recent memory.

Drew Goddard’s 2012 horror-comedy The Cabin in the Woods puts a fresh spin on the traditional cabin-in-the-woods narrative. Starring Chris Hemsworth, Kristen Connolly, and Fran Kranz, the movie follows a group of college friends who stay in an isolated cabin and soon find it haunted by demonic entities.

A remake of a Japanese horror movie, The Grudge (2004; directed by Takashi Shimizu) follows a young woman (Sarah Michelle Gellar) as she attempts to reverse an old curse that kills anybody who enters the eerie mansion it surrounds. You’ll be on the edge of your seat as a result of the film’s spooky visual and audio effects.

Insidious (2010, Directed by James Wan): Another film from director James Wan, Insidious sees a family desperately try to save their son from a dark spirit that has taken possession of him. With both frightening scenes and funny moments, this PG-13 horror movie is sure to give you plenty to scream about.

Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992, Directed by Francis Ford Coppola): This take on the classic Gothic horror novel stars a near-unrecognizable Gary Oldman as Count Dracula, the vampire who seeks to turn a young woman into his immortal bride. With its stunning visuals and eerie atmosphere, Bram Stoker’s Dracula is one of the most iconic horror films and will make viewers scream for more.

Paranormal Activity (2007, Directed by Oren Peli): This classic found-footage horror film follows a young couple as they investigate strange supernatural activities in their house. With its low budget and intense scenes, Paranormal Activity will have you screaming into the night.

The Orphanage (2007, Directed by Juan Antonio Bayona): This Spanish horror flick tells the story of a woman and her adopted son who move into a remote orphanage and experience terrifying paranormal occurrences. With a blend of intense suspense and heart-rendering moments, The Orphanage will have you screaming from start to finish.

Drag Me to Hell (2009, Directed by Sam Raimi): This horror-comedy follows a woman (Alison Lohman) who is cursed by an old gypsy and has three days to appease the demonic spirit or suffer eternal damnation. Filled with jump scares and bizarre moments, Drag Me to Hell is sure to make even the bravest horror fans scream.

Don’t Breathe (2016, Directed by Fede Alvarez): This suspense thriller follows a group of young thieves as they break into the home of a blind man in order to steal money, only to find out that he’s far more dangerous than they expected. With its intense atmosphere and unexpected plot twists, Don’t Breathe will leave you screaming even after the credits roll.

These 10 PG-13 horror movies are sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seat. Whether you’re looking for intense supernatural thrills or creepy suspense, there’s something for everyone. So put on some headphones, dim the lights, and get ready to scream.