Horror movies have always been a source of entertainment for viewers, but they also provide an opportunity to explore the darker side of humanity. While there are many horror movie villains who have been portrayed as evil, some have stood out as particularly heinous. Here is a list of the 10 most evil horror movie killers, ranked by their body count.

1. Pinhead — ‘Hellraiser’ Franchise — 321+ Kills

Pinhead is the leader of the Cenobites, a group of demonic creatures from the ‘Hellraiser’ franchise. He is a powerful and sadistic being who delights in torturing his victims. Pinhead has been responsible for over 321 kills, making him the most evil horror movie killer.

2. Jason Voorhees — ‘Friday the 13th’ Franchise — 163+ Victims

Jason Voorhees is the iconic slasher from the ‘Friday the 13th’ franchise. He is a relentless killer who has been responsible for the deaths of over 163 victims. Jason is known for his brutality and his ability to come back from the dead.

3. Michael Myers — ‘Halloween’ Franchise — 160+ Victims

Michael Myers is the primary antagonist of the ‘Halloween’ franchise. He is a serial killer who has been responsible for the deaths of over 160 victims. Michael is known for his silent and methodical approach to killing, as well as his ability to survive seemingly impossible situations.

4. The Invisible Man — ‘The Invisible Man’ (1933) — 122 Victims

The Invisible Man is the titular antagonist of the 1933 horror classic. He is a mad scientist who has been responsible for the deaths of over 122 victims. The Invisible Man is known for his intelligence and his ability to use his invisibility to his advantage.

5. Leatherface — ‘The Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Franchise — 107+ Victims

Leatherface is the main antagonist of the ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ franchise. He is a serial killer who has been responsible for the deaths of over 107 victims. Leatherface is known for his brutality and his ability to use his chainsaw to gruesome effect.

6. Freddy Krueger — ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Franchise — 103+ Victims

Freddy Krueger is the iconic slasher from the ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ franchise. He is a supernatural serial killer who has been responsible for the deaths of over 103 victims. Freddy is known for his sadistic sense of humor and his ability to enter people’s dreams.

7. Chucky — ‘Child’s Play’ Franchise — 75+ Victims

Chucky is the titular antagonist of the ‘Child’s Play’ franchise. He is a possessed doll who has been responsible for the deaths of over 75 victims. Chucky is known for his childlike demeanor and his ability to manipulate people.

8. Jigsaw — ‘Saw’ Franchise — 68+ Victims

Jigsaw is the primary antagonist of the ‘Saw’ franchise. He is a serial killer who has been responsible for the deaths of over 68 victims. Jigsaw is known for his twisted sense of justice and his ability to create elaborate traps.

9. The Creeper — ‘Jeepers Creepers’ Franchise — 62+ Victims

The Creeper is the titular antagonist of the ‘Jeepers Creepers’ franchise. He is a supernatural creature who has been responsible for the deaths of over 62 victims. The Creeper is known for his stealth and his ability to regenerate.

10. Candyman — ‘Candyman’ Franchise — 59+ Victims

Candyman is the titular antagonist of the ‘Candyman’ franchise. He is a supernatural being who has been responsible for the deaths of over 59 victims. Candyman is known for his ability to manipulate people and his terrifying presence.

These 10 horror movie villains have been responsible for a combined total of over 1,000 kills. While some of these villains may be more sympathetic than others, they all have one thing in common: they are some of the most evil horror movie killers of all time. Whether you find them frightening or fascinating, these villains will always remain a part of horror movie history.