New Delhi: It seems that horror comedies are in the season. With 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' round the corner and 'Stree 2' fever just dying down, here are some popular horror comedies to get your hands on on Netflix. So, don't wait until Friday, here are our top five picks of horror comedies from Netflix.
Goosebumps (2015)
A treat for all R.L. Stine fans, 'Goosebumps' adapted from the famous children's novel series of the same name, this film is an excellent adapation. The film follows a young teenage boy named Zach, who moves to a new town after his father passes away. This is where he meets new neighbours: Hannah, her overprotective father and a dorky friend from school.
After finding out that Hannah may be in danger, he and his friends unwittingly unlock sealed books that unleash monsters.
Secrets in the Hot Spring ( 2018)
This Taiwanese horror comedy is a hilarious ride of adventure about three friends at a mysterious hotel, where they find themselves stuck. A more comedy than horror film, 'Secrets in the Hot Spring' is also heartwarming, clever and a great pastime for someone looking to try something different in the horror-comedy space on Netflix.
They Cloned Tyrone (2023)
A funny film and a unique setting with a misfit trio finding themselves trapped in a government conspiracy is a horror comedy to watch out for on Netflix. The film follows a drug dealer named Fontaine, who often battles with his customers until he comes across a secretive lab during his misadventures. An adventure ride to definitely go on with an allegory for modern-day racism, 'They Cloned Tyrone' should definitely be on your list.
The Burbs ( 1989)
A classic horror comedy that never gets too old; this excellent cast film starring Tom Hanks, Carrie Fisher, Corey Feldman and Bruce Dern is about a suburban man who comes home for a week-long vacation. Strange things happen next door to him until he begins to wonder if his neighbours are ritualistic murderers. A simple yet extremely fulfilling horror-comedy experience, this is a must-watch
Little Evil ( 2017)
This horror-comedy directed by Eli Craig features Adam Scott as a man who is torn between his love for a woman and fear of her six-year old son, Lucas. When strange things happen at their home, a priests confirms that Lucas is the Antichrist. With the help of his misfit friends, Gary must stop Lucas from taking over the world.
Despite belonging to a familiar storyline, this well-crafted film and a cast with excellent comic timing makes 'Little Evil' a great horror-comedy film.