10 Terrifying Post-Credits Scenes in Horror Movies, Ranked

Some viewers are so immersed in a movie that they never want it to end. That's the appeal of the post-credits scene. This extra scene, which rolls during the credits or at the very end, is meant to give fans one final moment within the world of the movie. It's a common ploy in many films, but especially those in the horror genre.
Superhero movies offer a post-credits scene, usually to set up a sequel. Horror movies, on the other hand, have that extra scene to give viewers one final scare. The best post-credits scenes are downright terrifying and maybe even a little disturbing. In some cases, they are powerful enough to completely change the ending of the movie.
The Creeper Makes One Last Appearance in Jeepers Creepers Director: Victor Salva
Metascore: 49 IMDb: 6.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 46%
Trish (Gina Phillips) and her brother Darry (Justin Long) are driving home from college during spring break.
Superhero movies offer a post-credits scene, usually to set up a sequel. Horror movies, on the other hand, have that extra scene to give viewers one final scare. The best post-credits scenes are downright terrifying and maybe even a little disturbing. In some cases, they are powerful enough to completely change the ending of the movie.
The Creeper Makes One Last Appearance in Jeepers Creepers Director: Victor Salva
Metascore: 49 IMDb: 6.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 46%
Trish (Gina Phillips) and her brother Darry (Justin Long) are driving home from college during spring break.
- 10/4/2024
- by Alyssa Mertes Serio
- CBR
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