September 7th 2024.
These days, there's no shortage of horror films available for streaming. From the goriest and grossest to the most disturbing and unsettling, there's something out there to satisfy every horror fan's cravings. But what makes these films so appealing? Well, for one, they tap into our real-life fears and anxieties surrounding our bodies.
It's no secret that we have a fascination with the human body, from its everyday changes to the fear of disease and death. And horror films have long utilized this fascination to create terrifying experiences. They replicate the gooey and gross aspects of the human experience, amplifying them to extreme levels for maximum impact.
One of the latest films to do just that is The Substance, directed by Coralie Fargeat and starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley. Set to be released in cinemas on September 20, it follows ageing starlet Elisabeth Sparkle as she undergoes a clinical procedure known as "the substance" in hopes of creating a better version of herself. With an impressive 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has been credited with launching Moore's big-screen comeback.
In anticipation of this "insane" film, we've put together a list of some of the most disgusting body horror films currently available for streaming. From 80s classics to controversial modern releases, get ready to be shocked and appalled.
First up, we have The Fly, a 1986 film directed by David Cronenberg and starring Jeff Goldblum. Before becoming known for his iconic role in Jurassic Park, Goldblum disgusted audiences as eccentric scientist Seth Brundle, who slowly transforms into a fly-hybrid creature after a failed experiment. You can catch this classic on Disney Plus and Apple TV.
Next, we have another 80s sci-fi horror gem, The Thing. Directed by John Carpenter, this film features groundbreaking body horror and special effects. A group of researchers in Antarctica come across an extra-terrestrial being that infects and assimilates its human hosts, leading to paranoia and fear among the group. You can rent this film on Prime Video, Apple TV, Rakuten TV, and the Sky Store.
Then there's Tusk, a 2014 film written and directed by Kevin Smith. It follows podcaster Wallace Bryton, who ends up in a life-threatening situation after accepting an offer from a man obsessed with a walrus named Mr Tusk. This disturbing film is available to rent on Prime Video, Apple TV, Rakuten TV, and the Sky Store.
Another must-see is Tetsuo: The Iron Man, a 1989 film by Shinya Tsukamoto. This influential Japanese film centers around a salaryman who slowly turns into a man-machine hybrid after accidentally killing a being known as "The Metal Fetishist." You can rent this film on Prime Video and Apple TV.
Then we have Videodrome, another Cronenberg masterpiece. Released in 1983, this film follows the president of CIVIC-TV as he investigates a broadcast showing snuff films and begins to experience intense hallucinations. It's available to stream on Now TV and Sky Go.
For a lighter taste of body horror, check out Society, directed by Brian Yuzna. This 1992 film takes us into the secret world of the elite, with plenty of twists and turns along the way. It follows a teenager who suspects his wealthy family and friends are part of a gruesome cult for the social elite. You can watch it on Arrow and the Arrow channel via Prime Video.
Next up is Re-Animator, a 1985 adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's novelette. This grotesque film follows medical students who create a serum to re-animate the dead, with horrifying results. You can rent it on Apple TV.
And who can forget the classic sci-fi body horror, Invasion of The Body Snatchers? While the original came out in 1956, the 1978 remake by Philip Kaufman takes the scares to a whole new level. You can catch it on Prime Video.
Last but not least, we have The Human Centipede, a controversial film that may never see the light of day due to its extreme content. Directed by Tom Six, it follows a psychopathic surgeon who kidnaps tourists and surgically conjoins them mouth to anus. You can rent it on Apple TV and Rakuten TV, if you dare.
So, will you be adding these gory body horror films to your watchlist? Let us know in the comments! And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, be sure to get in touch with The Agency entertainment team by emailing us or visiting our Submit Stuff page. We'd love to hear from you.
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