Spooktacular QUIZ: Which Genre of Horror Are You?

Surviving a horror movie is one thing, but first you have to know what type of movie you’re in! There are many flavors of horror. For every fan of the retro slashics, there’s another who prefers black and white monster movies or paranormal ghost stories. All types of horror are welcome here — scares keep the blood pumping, after all. That’s just basic cardio.

However, if you were to be a horror movie, what kind would you be? It’s time to find out. Step into our curio of odd questions and discover the horror genre that describes you best. The answer might scare you a bit.

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Horror Genre Quiz Results

You’re a Slasher Flick!

Okay, so you’re a little unhinged. While we back away slowly and urge you to consider another way, let it be known that you always go after what you want. People instantly recognize what you’re all about and sometimes that’s a good thing. Other times, it causes them to run in fear. Don’t worry — there’s always room to improve in the sequel.

Movie Recs: Halloween, Scream, Pearl

You’re a Gothic Film!

You’re an old soul, complete with draping cobwebs and broken windows. Rather than do anything the simple way, you prefer to go over the top. People admire your breathtaking style. But underneath that grand exterior, you harbor a hidden storm. Something rotten lurks within. When the perfect chance arises, it will all come tumbling down.

Movie Recs: Rebecca, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, The Shape of Water

You’re a Monster Movie!

As a monster movie, people are drawn to you for all sorts of reasons. You’ll always be popular with a crowd, and fame will chase you to the very ends of the earth. However, tiny shreds of humanity can be found behind that inhuman facade. There’s much more to you than meets the eye if people would only stop to take a closer look.

Movie Recs: How to Make a Monster, My Best Friend Is A Vampire, Jeepers Creepers

You’re a Thriller!

You’re a jumpscare personified! With brain-teasing twists and unforeseen turns, you love to keep people guessing with your antics. Mind games are merely a way to pass the time as you toy with everyone and everything around you. All that adrenaline is quite addictive — just beware that it doesn’t run out.

Movie Recs: Psycho, The Faculty, Dead & Buried

You’re a Supernatural Film!

You’re the one hiding in the dark corners of the party or avoiding the spotlight. Your best work is done in the shadows. Others come to you for your arcane knowledge and infernal experience. They know you’ve seen it all and lived to tell the tale. And somehow, you never let on that those very tales keep you up at night.

Movie Recs: The Conjuring, Hereditary, Presence

You’re a Body Horror Movie!

For you, the body is merely a vehicle for the mind to expand. Limbs can be lost and forms misshapen but your mental state is the thing you must keep intact. Easier said than done! You’re no stranger to a transformation and some might even say you thrive in the face of turmoil. Adaptation is the key to your survival.

Movie Recs: Hellraiser, Re-Animator, The Fly

You’re a Horror-Comedy!

In a dangerous situation, you’re the first one to crack a joke. You always manage to cut the tension and people appreciate that natural levity. Even though you seem silly and upbeat on the surface, you understand the way of the world much better than people think. After all, humor only works when you know how to bend the rules.

Movie Recs: Jennifer’s Body, Return of the Living Dead, Buffy the Vampire Slayer

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C’mon, we’re dying to know — what kind of horror movie are you? It takes all types to conjure up a good scream.

Share your results with other horror fans over at Sideshow Social Network or in side.show/geekgroup, and don’t forget to Let Your Geek Sideshow!

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