As the smell of freshly grilled hotdogs fills the air and fireworks light up the night sky, it’s time to celebrate Independence Day with a chilling twist – a bunch of 4th of July horror movies! While everyone else is reveling in the patriotic festivities, horror enthusiasts like us know that there’s a particular delight in indulging in spine-tingling scares with an Americana flavor.

So, grab your favorite red, white, and blue snacks, ignite your sense of dread, and get ready for an All-American horror movie marathon! From small-town secrets to monstrous creatures lurking beneath the surface, these 4th of July horror movies will add an extra thrill to your Independence Day. Let the frights begin!

Universal The Purge (2013)

What better way to explore the dark side of American society than with The Purge? Set in a dystopian version of the United States, this film introduces an annual night of lawlessness and violence.