As fans of Zach Cregger's horror flick, Weapons, will confirm, refreshing new horror stories seem to be a recipe for success at the modern box office. Before the Julia Garner-led smash hit was leaving audiences fearing for their children's lives, another horror gem was dominating discourse last year. Oz Perkins' indie darling Longlegs showcased the very best of one of horror's most exciting directors, which was followed at the start of 2025 by an adaptation of a Stephen King short story.