Netflix Adds Remastered 'Night of the Living Dead' Launching Zombie Genre

Netflix offers a varied horror lineup with some notable classics and fresh takes, including the recently added 1968 classic "Night of the Living Dead," which is considered the blueprint for the modern zombie genre and is available in a remastered version with superior picture quality. The platform also features "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," a sequel to the iconic '80s comedy-horror film, praised for its unpredictable plot and strong performances by actors like Jenna Ortega and Willem Dafoe. Additionally, Netflix's animated series "Haunted Hotel," created by writers from "Rick and Morty," blends horror and dark comedy, making it a standout for fans of both genres. For those who enjoy horror with a comedic twist, Netflix has the parody film "Scary Movie," which humorously mocks classic horror tropes and films such as "Scream" and "I Know What You Did Last Summer." Moreover, some television horror episodes, like "Home" from "The X-Files" and "Hush" from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," are noted for their potential to be expanded into compelling full-length horror movies, demonstrating the genre's versatility across formats.