Horror and psychological thriller genres see creative resurgence

The horror and psychological thriller genres are experiencing a period of creative renewal and significant growth in digital consumption. In the horror sector, there is an increasing trend toward ‘elevated horror,’ which utilizes psychological depth and metaphors regarding human trauma and isolation to refine the genre.

In the realm of psychological thrillers, streaming platforms are seeing a rise in demand for investigative suspense and mental mystery narratives. Notable upcoming and current productions for 2026 include the second season of ‘Severance’ on Apple TV+, the miniseries ‘His & Hers’ on Netflix, and ‘Cape Fear’ on Apple TV+.