Stephen King even has another book on the way, continuing a legacy that has scared readers for decades.

Because of his reputation in the horror genre, many trust his recommendations for different works, whether they be novels, TV shows, or even films. The genres of his recommendations often vary, but horror still seems to be the most consistent. Though many of King's books could still use sequels, his recommended shows such as Cabinet of Curiosities and Midnight Mass will have to do in the meantime.

10 Evil (2019-2024)

This Paramount+ Horror Series Recently Ended

Beginning with a simple premise, Evil follows a group of investigators working on behalf of the Catholic Church. Each with their own diverse backgrounds, these investigators are tasked with investigating supernatural events for the church, with their work having the group look into everything from demons to proclaimed prophets of God. The series has been met with general acclaim, achieving a massive 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Evil, describing it both as "occasionally very scary" and "thought-provoking." He specifically praised the chemistry between the main actors, something that clearly comes across throughout the entire run of the show. Although the show has now come to an end, the series wraps up in a satisfying manner.

9 Guillermo Del Toro's Cabinet Of Curiosities (2022)

Del Toro's Series Captures The Beauty Of His Iconic Style

Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities is an anthology horror series collecting stories from both del Toro himself and other filmmakers. The series leans into the gothic horror genre, and though each episode features a different story, they are all tied together by del Toro's beautiful style. The series has been praised for the loving attention paid to the gothic style, making the series stand out among other horror titles.

Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities won a Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Award for Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative, Period, or Fantasy Program.

Similar to other critics, King also praised this anthology series for its beauty. Ahead of its release on Netflix, King noted that the series is both "scary" and "sinister," high praise from one horror icon to another. The series is a masterclass in horror, showing what beauty can be found even in such horrific storytelling.

8 Yellowjackets (2021-Present)

Showtime's Horror Series Tells A Story In Two Parts

Known for its haunting narrative and storytelling that spans two timelines, Yellowjackets is broken up between two timelines. It details the story of a plane crash that occurred in 1996, stranding a high school girl's soccer team deep in the woods, as well as their lives in the modern day 25 years later. As the story devolves into madness, the viewer eventually discovers that many of these girls resorted to cannibalism in order to survive.

Yellowjackets has been praised by critics and fans alike for its well-paced storytelling, achieving a natural and compelling plot balance. As the series continues, it explores the characters presented in a way that does not shy away from the darkness inside each of these seemingly innocent women. King's own praise focuses on the series' writing, noting that Yellowjackets has a "sharp characterization and a mordant sense of humor."

7 Servant (2019-2023)

M. Night Shyamalan Dips Back Into Psychological Horror

After a Philadelphia couple finds their infant son dead, they replace him with a lifelike doll to help work through their grief. However, in an odd turn of events, they hire a live-in nanny to take care of the doll as if he were the real thing. What follows is a horrific exploration of grief and the human mind in M. Night Shyamalan's most recent horror TV show.

The series' exploration of grief as an avenue of horror is striking, frightening in the way it manipulates the viewer.

Not only did King praise the series for being generally creepy and having a gripping narrative, but stated, "Two episodes, and I'm hooked." The series' exploration of grief as an avenue of horror is striking, frightening in the way it manipulates the viewer. It was at one point nominated for an Emmy Award for its evocative cinematography, but it unfortunately did not win.

6 Midnight Mass (2021)

Netflix's Horror Miniseries Is Shocking And Grotesque

Mired in misplaced faith and paranoia, Midnight Mass takes place in the rundown community of Crockett Island. When a mysterious priest comes to town, terrifying and strange events begin to terrorize the town's residents. Both bloody and tense, Midnight Mass takes a unique approach in portraying supernatural elements that have been thoroughly covered in other media.

Because of this building tension, Midnight Mass has a bit of a slow start. However, this is to the series' benefit, with King noting that this series is a "dense, beautifully photographed terror tale that climbs to a high pitch of horror by the 7th and last episode." It is gripping all the way through, with the greater story slowly unfolding throughout the miniseries' run.

5 From (2022-Present)

This Series Is Terrifying To Its Core

Trapped in a town that is surrounded by a daunting forest, the cast of From are plagued by terrifying creatures that haunt this mysterious town. The series centers on Boyd Stevens, both sheriff and mayor of the town, as he and the Matthews family attempt to escape. From has only improved over time, with its most recent season receiving an incredible 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.

From was originally produced by Epix, but was picked up by MGM+ starting in 2023.

King's response to the show is steeped in surprise, noting that the series thus far has been "beautifully handled." He also expresses an interest in the series going forward, theorizing, "Is it possible these people are dead and don't know it?" The show certainly stimulates questions in the viewer, with plenty of shocking moments that are sure to make jaws drop.

4 Dracula (2020)

BBC One And Netflix Created A Dark Take On The Bram Stoker Classic

Created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss of Doctor Who and Sherlock fame, Dracula is an eye-opening take on Bram Stoker's original story by the same name. The story initially follows the character of Johnathan Harker before moving to focus on the vampire Dracula himself, and what comes next is a bloody affair soaked to the bone in gore. This series strays quite a bit from the original story, but despite this, it is considered one of the best portrayals of Dracula in movie history.

The blood and gore of the series is also something noted by King, describing it as "bloody terrific. Which is to say terrific and VERY bloody." He also writes that the series is "smart," likely a compliment to the miniseries' incredible writing. Though the series is only a short three episodes long, more like a movie in that regard, it is worth every bloody minute.

3 The Outsider (2020)

This HBO Miniseries Is Based On Stephen King's Own Novel

Another series that starts out as a slow burn that grows to pay off later, The Outsider is equal parts horror and crime drama. It is based on Stephen King's novel of the same name, focusing on detective Ralph Anderson, who is still grieving the loss of his son. Aside from being a great series in general, The Outsider also has an incredible pilot episode, making it even more memorable right from the start.

Although the character of Holly Gibney appears in both The Outsider and another Stephen King adaptation series titled Mr. Mercedes, there is no continuity between the two shows.

Though the series makes significant departures from King's novel at times, the author had glowing reviews for the series. King has stated that this series is "one of the best adaptations" of his novels out there. With such great adaptations as the IT series of films out there, this comes as incredibly high praise.

2 Dark (2017-2020)

This German Sci-Fi Thriller Has Dark Implications

Being another critically acclaimed Netflix horror series, Dark puts a science fiction twist on horror, focusing both on time travel and on conspiracy. The series begins to unravel the mystery at its core as children in the area start to go missing, adding dire stakes to the series' plot. Despite being filmed in the German language, Dark has a very large following internationally.

Aside from describing the show as "very German," King praised Dark for its complexity. The show seems to layer upon itself, and with time travel thrown into the mix, things can often get confusing. Despite this, Dark pulls off its potentially confusing premise with aplomb, creating a series that rivals the likes of Twin Peaks and Stranger Things.

1 Marianne (2019)

This Netflix Series Is A Novelist's Worst Nightmare

Chilling to its core, Marianne is a French horror series in which the protagonist, a novelist named Emma, realizes that the characters she writes about in her horror novels are actually real people. She has nightmares about the titular Marianne, and these nightmares slowly make their way into Emma's reality. The show has a creeping feeling about it that eventually pays off, making this series genuinely scary in a way that many horror series simply aren't.

Marianne currently has a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

When Stephen King discussed Marianne, not only did he describe it as scary, but he went a step further when he wrote, "If you're one of those sickos--like me--who enjoys being scared, MARIANNE (Netflix) will do the job." Not only does he compliment the fear factor of this horror series, but he notes that it feels like something that has the "vibe" of his own writing. This is an incredible compliment coming from such an iconic author, cementing Marianne as an incredible example of great horror television.