Why do we love horror films so much?

Oct 31, 2026 5 min

About this episode

Halloween is the only time of year when you can scare yourself silly! While some people go trick-or-treating around the neighbourhood, others prefer a thrilling film. Being scared and anxious are generally unpleasant sensations. So what’s the point of watching a film that makes you feel uncomfortable? It may seem paradoxical, but horror films are incredibly popular. According to a Statista study, 37 percent of people in the UK love them. What happens to our bodies when we’re scared? So it’s only for the feeling of release at the end? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Why do we celebrate Halloween?⁠ ⁠Can I cure my fear of spiders?⁠ ⁠Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast : 2024-10-31 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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