The ISA Podcast
The ISA Podcast
International Screenwriters' Association
ISA: The Top 10 Scariest Horror Movies We've Ever Seen
1 hour 13 minutes Posted Nov 2, 2026 at 12:46 am.
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What's the scariest movie you've EVER seen? Max Timm & Scott Markus and are counting down their personal Top 10 scariest horror movies of all time. They dive into the movies that have genuinely frightened them, haunted their imaginations, and stuck with them long after the credits rolled.

They also want to hear from you!

- What movie terrified you the most?
- What makes a horror movie truly scary?
- Are jump scares enough, or is psychological terror more effective?
- What can screenwriters and filmmakers learn from the horror movies that scare us the most?

Whether you're a horror fan, filmmaker, screenwriter, or simply someone who loves a good scare, pull up a chair and join the night of frightening movies, filmmaking discussion, and plenty of disagreement over what really belongs on the list!