A New Horror Champion
As 2026 progresses, the horror genre continues to deliver a steady stream of releases, from the blockbuster phenomenon Obsession to the space-set chiller Backrooms. Recently, attention has centered on the near-perfect reception of Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. Now, a new contender has emerged with an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score.[S1]
The film in question is It Ends, a low-budget horror movie that arguably transcends the genre. It currently holds a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on five dozen critic reviews, indicating the score is likely to remain stable. This places It Ends ahead of Obsession, which sits at 94%, and ties it with Camp Miasma, which recently slipped from 99% to 95%.[S1]
The 2026 Horror Rankings
The updated list of major horror releases for 2026 now shows It Ends tied for the top spot. The rankings include Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma at 95%, It Ends at 95%, Obsession at 94%, Send Help at 93%, Leviticus at 92%, and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple at 91%. Other notable entries include Hokum and We Bury the Dead at 88%, Backrooms at 87%, and Primate at 78%.[S1]
Lower on the list are Undertone and Forbidden Fruits at 74%, Ready or Not 2: Here I Come at 73%, Evil Dead Burn at 71%, Faces of Death at 69%, They Will Kill You at 65%, and Whistle at 63%. These scores reflect a wide range of critical reception across the genre this year.[S1]
What Sets It Ends Apart
It Ends is not a typical gore or jump-scare horror film; instead, it explores existential themes. The plot follows a group of friends who take a wrong turn and find themselves on an endless road in the woods, with no clear way out. The film raises questions about running out of gas or venturing into the forest, though these may be addressed within the story. It draws comparisons to the series FROM, but without monsters, at least initially.[S1]
Reviewers have given It Ends high praise. Bloody Disgusting highlighted Alexander Ullom's unique approach, blending an existential crisis with a road trip thriller, seamlessly shifting from horror to a thoughtful pace. The Hollywood Reporter also recognized Ullom's directorial prowess, skillfully managing a bizarre premise. Although it may not become a blockbuster, It Ends is a must-watch for horror fans and beyond, according to critics.[S1]
