Top 20 horror movie posters

1. Jaws (1975)
A classic design that has been endlessly copied and parodied, this poster is the perfect example of no nonsense marketing.










2. Alien (1979)
A fantastic image that is subtle and mysterious. The glow from the cracked egg creates a sense of dread that is complimented by a superb tagline.










3. Friday The 13th (1980)

Brilliant use of the killer's silhouette and the bloody number 13 tell you everything you need to know about what's in store for these kids.










4. The Thing (1982)
A memorable image that feeds off the film's clever premise. Another case of subtlety in the poster being key to the mystery of what's goings on.










5. The Evil Dead (1981)
Another classic image that doesn't give too much away but still gives you an idea of the hell that awaits the protagonists.










6. Poltergeist (1982)
A creepy image from the movie cleverly recreated with only black and white colours and a spooky glow coming from the TV.










7. Halloween (1978)
Good use of imagery with the knife and pumpkin taking the same shape, and the tagline telling us He has come home.










8. The Exorcist (1973)
A beautiful scene from the movie that gives us the iconic image of the Exorcist arriving at the house of the possessed girl.










9. Body Snatchers (1993)
Great use of the lead actress inside the cocoon of her clone that shows us the terror of the situation.










10. Cry_Wolf (2005)
Brilliant use of the image makes us think we're looking at one thing while showing us another. The clever use of shades makes the killer's balaclava look like the head of a wolf.









11. Cloverfield (2008)
A great teaser poster that has an eye catching image of a decapitated Statue Of Liberty.











12. Cabin Fever (2003)
Not the first poster to have a skull-like image created by it's scenery, but this is probably the most perfectly realised.










13. The Descent (2005)
Another example of skull-like imagery used to great effect, this one cleverly using the bodies of it's characters.










14. Wolf Creek (2005)
This montage of the three actors faces creates a terrifying image that matches the movie's intensity.










15. The Eye (2008)
A creepy poster that is uncomfortable to look at too closely. It's just a shame the film wasn't as effective.










16. Identity (2003)
An innovative design using the character's shadows and a mysterious face as a handprint.











17. 30 Days Of Night (2007)
A frightening image of one of the feral vampires that pays homage to the graphic novel's unique look.










18. Signs (2002)
A clever poster with the crop circles pointing ominously towards the farmhouse.











19. Near Dark (1987)
The make-up work on Bill Paxton's character is fantastic and the beams of light shining through his body are a clever touch.










20. Army Of Darkness (1993)
An iconic image that is beautifully drawn and showcases the third film's lighter more humorous style.