It’s Halloween season, and that means it’s the perfect time to celebrate some of the most iconic horror movie mothers who have truly “mothered” in their own dark, terrifying ways. From chilling to downright ruthless, these maternal figures have left a lasting impression on horror fans.
Here are 20 horror movie moms, each with their own unique style of maternal “mothering,” ranging from protectively sinister to dangerously unhinged. Want to see them in action? Watch horror-movie mothers “mother” — to varying degrees — on Hulu [https://hulu.com/?cmp=20986&utm_campaign=Buzzfeed_Hulu_Blog_Editorial&utm_medium=Editorial&utm_source=BuzzFeed].
### Which of These Horror Movie Mothers “Mothered” The Hardest?
Some moms in horror have been so intense that their maternal instincts turned into chilling acts of violence or obsession. Whether it’s a stepmother’s cold cruelty, a mother’s monstrous transformation, or a caregiver’s deadly obsession, these characters have redefined what it means to be a “mother” in horror.
Stay tuned as we rank and explore how heavily these legendary mothers have “mothered” in the most disturbing ways, making Halloween even spookier with their unforgettable performances.
