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Three Highest-Rated Netflix Original Horror Movies by Critics: Critics have lauded 'His House' (2020) with a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes for its emotional depth and scares, followed by 'Cam' (2018) at 93% for its psychological thriller elements, and '1922' (2017) at 92% for its unsettling adaptation of a Stephen King novella. [4, 5, 6, 13]
Popular Netflix Original Horror Films by Audience Reception: While specific audience scores are often varied, 'Bird Box' (2018) achieved massive popularity and launched an online phenomenon, and 'Fear Street Part Three: 1666' (2021) received a solid 75% Popcornmeter score on Rotten Tomatoes. 'Gerald's Game' (2017) is also noted for its strong critical acclaim and engaging psychological horror that resonated with viewers. [1, 5, 12, 19, 21]
Most Acclaimed Netflix Original Horror Series: Netflix has produced several highly-rated horror series, with 'The Haunting of Hill House' and 'Midnight Mass' from Mike Flanagan receiving widespread critical praise. A recent series, 'Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen' (2026), also debuted with an impressive 90% Rotten Tomatoes score. [10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 20]