Today’s viewers like to be scared, and the Blumhouse production company has never been one to shy away from giving them what they want. While this production company is mainly known for their notable horror films, such as Paranormal Activity, Insidious, Sinister and the latest installment of Halloween, what’s kept their films alive and fans wanting more is their continuous push for the best villains. Here is a list of the five best Blumhouse horror villains.
The first one is The Stranger from The Gift. Joel Edgerton stars as the villain in this movie, and gave a chilling performance as the mysterious stranger who started to blackmail a couple after hearing their darkest secrets. Edgerton was able to bring a level of emotion to the role which made this character even scarier as each scene went on.
Second to none is The Purge’s James Sandin portrayed by Ethan Hawke. His introduction to this film was a much-needed shock value and made it seem like anything was possible. He is of the few people who manages to come out unscathed when almost everyone else in the household is killed. We later discover his true evil intentions and find out that he is quite the villain himself. He was able to go from a seemingly caring father figure to a ruthless protector of the government’s new laws in a matter of seconds.
Third on the list is the Keeper from The Purge: Anarchy. This in-your-face villain was hardly seen but his presence was felt throughout the film. He is the source of chaos within this post-apocalyptic universe and he is never far from exploiting people on a daily basis. He pushes them to the brink of what they can bear and this is what makes him so terrifying.
Fourth up is John, portrayed by Tucker Albrizzi in Insidious Chapter 2. He serves as the main antagonist, and his presence comes after the family finally confronts their worst fears. His presence alone sends a chill down our spine, as he follows the family throughout the movie with his eerie voice and unhinged movements. His sudden arrivals make this character even scarier, as he jumps in and out of the shadows without much warning.
Finally, the fifth entry on this list is Luke Evans as Roan in The Girl On The Train. He serves as a mesmerizing villain throughout the movie and is able to play a beautifully subtle villain, who is not completely aware of his own evilness. The way he presents himself and his own dialogue set him apart from the other villains. He knows what he’s doing is wrong, yet he still does it which gives him an extra edge.
All these characters are great in their own way, yet there is no denying that the five on this list are the best from their Blumhouse films. Their presence alone can cause goosebumps within the audience, and these characters will only continue to haunt us for years to come.
5 Best Blumhouse Horror Villains
Blumhouse Productions has created some of the most iconic villains in horror movie history. From murderers to monsters, these villains embody the classic horror movie tropes but in unexpected ways. Here are some of the best Blumhouse horror villains of all time:
1. Pennywise the Dancing Clown (It)
Pennywise is a terrifying figure from the 2017 adaptation of Stephen King’s It. Played by Bill Skarsgård, Pennywise is a supernatural entity that can shape-shift into whatever it needs to in order to lure its victims closer. Feasting on fear, Pennywise is a truly nightmarish figure and one of the most iconic Blumhouse villains to date.
2. The Husband (Happy Death Day)
The Husband is the only human-like antagonist on this list, but he’s a classic slasher-style murderer. As a serial killer, he stalks and kills his victims in the spooky, stylized setting of Happy Death Day, adding to the terror and suspense of the film. He serves as the perfect classic horror villain, while still maintaining a surprising and unexpected twist.
3. Jigsaw (Saw)
No list of Blumhouse horror villains would be complete without Jigsaw from the franchise Saw. Jigsaw is one of the most creative and sinister villains in any horror movie, using elaborate traps and clever mind games to outwit his victims. He became an instant classic and remains one of the most complex and engaging villains in horror movie history.
4.The Strangers (The Strangers)
The Strangers are a group of masked murderers in the 2008 movie The Strangers. The mysterious figures stalking their victims are truly terrifying and their sheer numbers make for a thrilling and suspenseful movie. With no backstory or reasoning, these villains are truly enigmatic and add an extra layer of fear to the movie.
5. The Boogeyman (Boogeyman)
The Boogeyman is a classic monster brought to the big screen in the 2005 movie Boogeyman. Although a fairly typical monster movie villain, the Boogeyman is still one of the scariest villains around, haunting his victims and using their own fears and anxieties to drive them mad. The Boogeyman is an eerie and powerful figure who stands out among other horror villains.
From terrifying clowns to masked murderers, Blumhouse Productions has created some of the best horror villains of all time. These villains embody the classic horror tropes but still offer up unexpected and frightening twists. Seeing them on the big screen is always a terrifying treat for horror fans.
