Top 20 splatter movies that are not for the faint-hearted

Modified Jan 21, 2025 15:06 ET

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (Image via New Line Cinema)

15. Saw (2004)

Saw (Image via Starz Entertainment Corp)

Saw redefined horror with its gruesome traps and psychological terror. The scene where Dr. Gordon is forced to saw off his foot to escape is so intense it leaves audiences speechless. The reverse bear trap, designed to rip a victim’s jaw apart, is another horrifying moment. The traps are not just violent but also deeply personal, forcing characters to make unimaginable choices. The film’s creative gore and mind-bending twists made it an instant classic and launched a franchise that continues to unsettle viewers today.