Box Office Screamers: Best Horror Movies That Made Millions

7. Hannibal (2001)

The sequel to The Silence of the Lambs, Hannibal, earned $578 million worldwide, further cementing the legacy of the iconic character.

6. The Silence of the Lambs (1991)

This psychological thriller, featuring Hannibal Lecter, grossed $592 million globally, showcasing the enduring appeal of the horror genre.

5. Alien (1979)

Ridley Scotts sci-fi horror masterpiece, Alien, scared up $744 million worldwide, solidifying its status as a genre-defining film.

4. It (2017)

Based on Stephen Kings novel, It terrified audiences and raked in $836 million worldwide, becoming a modern horror blockbuster.

3. Jaws 2 (1978)

The sequel to the original Jaws, this film scared up $937 million in ticket sales worldwide, cementing its place among horror movie classics.

2. Jaws (1975)

Steven Spielbergs classic shark thriller, Jaws, took a massive bite out of the box office, grossing $2.627 billion globally.

1. The Exorcist (1973)

This iconic horror film terrified audiences, grossing $2.826 billion worldwide, making it the highest-grossing horror movie of all time.

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All figures have been adjusted for inflation and converted to 2022 USD for accuracy and comparability.