Horror is a popular genre that offers an increasing amount of thrills and chills as you progress through the movie you watch, and many of these movies tend to impact you so much that you feel the eerie atmosphere even after you return to your daily life. However, this is a bit exciting because we humans don't like a boring life anyway.

While live-action ghosts can be extremely scary because they are portrayed by real actors and are designed in a way that could exist in today’s world, animated horror films also have a great history. Since many children grew up watching cartoons, it’s only natural that they would come across an animated horror film that would scare them.

So, to bring back the nostalgia, here are the best animated horror movies you can watch today. Also, keep in mind that we are strictly limiting the options to animations and not including Japanese anime films.

10. Dead Space: Aftermath

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Dead Space: Aftermath isn't a standalone film at first glance, but all it takes to get a firm grasp of its plot is to watch the first film, "Dead Space: Downfall," which was released in 2008, or watch a brief recap on YouTube.

While the first film is a great animated horror film in its own right, Aftermath surpasses it in terms of horror depiction. If you're a fan of Dead space video games beforehand, you will love it even more as it acts as the sequel to the first game in the series.

The story takes place in the year 2509, when Earth lost contact with a spaceship USG Ishimura due to an unknown outbreak, they send another ship to investigate the problem. However, the outbreak turns into a no-win situation, and the people on board must try to survive these horrible monsters (zombies).

9. Resident Evil: Degeneration

Resident Evil: Degeneration is an excellent zombie horror film, and you can enjoy it even without much knowledge of the previous installments. That said, it is recommended to go through those films for the best experience. However, if you have played Resident Evil previous games, your experience would be significantly improved if you didn't go in expecting the same level of content.

Set seven years after the incident that occurred in Raccoon City, the film follows Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield as they try to stop a rogue warlord who releases a terrible G-virus and to add to their problems, a mutant monster is on the loose hunting survivors left and right.

8. Seoul Station

Seoul Station is a fantastic Korean zombie film with quality animation in the style of Japanese anime. Acting as a prequel to Train to Busan, the film is directed by Sang Ho Yeon and deals with a very engaging mix of zombie story and social issues. If you don't mind blood and gore and really enjoy zombie films, Seoul Station would make a great horror film.

The story is set in Seoul, Korea, where a homeless man with a bloody neck wound spreads a deadly disease, turning the entire city into ruins. Trapped in a city filled with carnivorous monsters instead of cars and buses, a group of survivors tries to find a safe haven, each with their own purpose beyond survival.

7. The Monster House

Many of us have been in a situation where our parents leave us alone at home and, although we haven't necessarily found a Home alone movie setting, at least we have a scary story to tell, whether it's imagination or a real incident.

The monster house is one of those movies that definitely takes you by surprise with its quality story and voice acting. In the movie, when 13-year-old DJ's parents leave him with a babysitter to go away on Halloween Eve, he calls his best friend, Chowder, to play basketball. However, when they both discover that their neighbor's house is a monster house, they try to come up with a plan before it swallows them.

6. Frankenweenie

Frankenweenie is one of the few brilliant animated horror films that are hard to find these days, and its stop-motion animation makes it ten times better. It's a lovely take on friendship and loyalty, but what makes it that much more compelling is its execution and consistency.

When Victor's beloved dog Sparky dies in a car accident, he finds a way to bring him back to life and, surprisingly, it works. However, there are always consequences for going against the laws of nature, and how will Victor face them?

5. ParaNorman

ParaNorman, the 2013 Oscar nominee for Best Animated Feature, may not be the best animated film you’ll ever watch, but it will certainly leave an impression on you. Its stop-motion animation, coupled with a creepy horror atmosphere, is reminiscent of many classic films we grew up watching. Even if you’re a grown adult, you’ll enjoy it. paranormand without a thought.

The story revolves around Norman, a boy who is seen as an outcast by his entire town due to his delusional chatter on the air. The twist is that he can see dead people, and when a catastrophe strikes the town due to a centuries-old curse, it is up to Norman to find a solution to save it.

4. Corpse Bride

Corpse Bride, released in 2005 and nominated for an Oscar in 2006, is a beautifully crafted film that balances all the aspects that make it what it is. Despite its strange premise, the film is for those looking for a bit of horror and beauty, and with that, one of the best takes on death; you'll have the time of your life watching it.

Set in the 1800s, Victor and Victoria are engaged due to their family's status in society, but when the wedding rehearsal begins, Victor makes a grave (literally) mistake. When he practices his wedding vows alone in the woods, he finds himself married to Emily, a corpse bride. Trapped in a challenging situation, Victor must find a solution to make things right.

3. Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island

If there is a person in this world who watches cartoons and has not heard of Scooby-Doo, we can safely assume that he is an alien. Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island is one of the best films of Scooby-Doo franchise that works as a throwback to the first episodes, which had an unrestricted atmosphere that always scared us deeply.

The Mystery Gang has split up to find new careers after years of working with fake ghosts. However, when an unexpected situation brings them together, they try to unravel the secrets of Moonscar Island, hoping to encounter a real ghost this time, but they get more than they bargained for: zombies, werecats, and of course, a crazy ghost as their leader.

2. Coraline

Coraline is one of the few animated horror films that are not recommended for younger children because, despite the film being more of a horror fantasy and less of a horror film, it sticks in your mind for a while after watching it. It has some of the best animation we've ever seen, and the world the creators have created is simply too captivating.

The story follows Caroline, who always feels neglected by her parents and often falls victim to boredom. However, when she moves into an old house, she finds a gateway to a parallel world where she can have everything she ever wanted. But we all know that when something is too good to be true, it's probably a trap.

1. The Nightmare Before Christmas

The Nightmare Before Christmas is one of Tim Burton's masterpieces, one of many that still lives on even after three decades. The film is incredibly crafted, with straight-up scares and a complete Halloween setting. In short, it's a film that appeals to both young and old, although the experience may vary depending on the viewer.

The story is about Jack Skellington, who happens to be the Pumpkin King who creates the holiday of Halloween. Despite creating some spooky Halloween themes every year, he has always wished for one where he could see humans cheering and being happy. When he stumbles upon Christmas Town, his wish comes true, but since his evil powers are too strong for him to control, the happiness in the town may not last long.