20 MORE Iconic Horror Chase Scenes

Effective chase scenes elevate the horror movie experience, injecting an intensity that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Yet, recent releases have faced criticism for neglecting this important component, possibly due to the challenges and costs associated with producing them. Whatever the reason, horror fans remain hungry for these adrenaline-fueled moments, eager to be taken along for the ride as their favorite characters try their best to outmaneuver the killer.

From modern slashers like Halloween Kills and Scream VI to cult classics like Slaughter High and The House on Sorority Row, these creative sequences showcase the art of the chase at its finest, and prove why horror fans can’t get enough.

Building on our original list from 2018, we’re back with 20 more iconic horror movie chases that’ll get your pulse racing.

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20/ Trish (Kimberly Beck) with Tommy Jarvis (Corey Feldman) in Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984)

Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984) features one of the franchise’s most satisfying finales, kick-started by Trish Jarvis’ impactful chase scene. During a rainstorm, Jason Voorhees relentlessly pursues Trish through cabins, forcing her to leap through a second-story window in a bid to escape the masked menace. Her brother Tommy (Corey Feldman) eventually gets pulled into the madness, and it’s an all-out fight for survival.

19/ Luke (Lewis Pullman) in The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018)

This short but effective chase scene is pure genius, with every element, from the atmosphere and music to the neon palm trees and clever camera work, coming together seamlessly. Watching Luke try to jog through the water is pure nightmare fuel, and Bonnie Tyler’s Total Eclipse of the Heart fits the scene perfectly.

18/ Shelley Fisher (Katherine Heigl) in Valentine (2001)

The frantic chase between Shelley and the Cupid-masked killer wonderfully sets the tone for the rest of the film – a not-so-friendly reminder that some places, like a deserted morgue at night, are best avoided.

17/ Danica Richards (Madelyn Cline) in I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025)

While it may not live up to the classic Helen Shivers sequence from the original, Danica’s chase scene, albeit brief, still manages to deliver intense moments, ending in a dramatic finale on the same Croaker Festival float that Helen famously rode. Madelyn Cline brings authentic fear to the scene before Teddy (Tyriq Withers) busts in to save the day.

16/ Jamie Lloyd (Danielle Harris) in Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989)

Despite Halloween 5’s reputation as one of the franchise’s weaker links, Jamie’s chase scene, particularly the terrifying laundry chute climax, is widely regarded as one of the series’ most suspenseful moments. Danielle Harris’ gut-wrenching cries for help perfectly capture the terror she faces as she tries to get away from her uncle. Harris has shared that she was actually injured during filming, with the first stab wound piercing her leg. Props to her for powering through the pain and delivering a noteworthy performance.

15/ Jeanie (Robin Meloy Goldsby) in The House on Sorority Row (1982)

The House on Sorority Row (1982) is a fun 80s slasher that feels like a blend of Black Christmas and I Know What You Did Last Summer. Jeanie’s chase scene is a highlight, featuring an exciting hallway pursuit and a choreographed twirl and fall served up by actress Robin Meloy Goldsby. The campy tone takes a dark and gruesome turn when Jeanie’s decapitated head is later discovered in a bathroom stall.

14/ The Lady (Willa Fitzgerald) and The Demon (Kyle Gallner) in Strange Darling (2024)

Strange Darling is essentially one long, chaotic chase, with what starts as flirtatious role-playing soon turning into a deadly game of cat and mouse. The film’s chase scenes subvert expectations and offer bold, artistic imagery, like The Lady’s bloody sprint through the woods set to a haunting cover of Love Hurts.

13/ Angela (Barbara Lerici) in Sleepless (2001)

Sleepless opens with a high-energy train chase scene, as a killer pursues a sex worker through narrow aisles and cramped corridors. Dario Argento’s direction reaches its peak here, with the electrifying score, camerawork, and performances all ramping up the tension. This train set piece is a career highlight for Argento, showcasing his mastery of suspense and claustrophobia.

12/ Christie Burns (Lesleh Donaldson) in Curtains (1983)

The ice skating chase in Curtains is one of the film’s most chilling moments, with the killer’s slow-motion glide in a terrifying mask sending shivers down your spine. This scene’s unsettling atmosphere, despite its broad daylight setting, marks a groundbreaking moment in Canadian slasher cinema.

11/ Lindsey Wallace (Kyle Richards) in Halloween Kills (2021)

Halloween Kills’ park showdown is pure chaos, with Kyle Richards bringing her A-game as Lindsey takes on Michael 40 years after their first terrifying encounter. This high-energy chase showcases Lindsey’s fierce determination to survive, and she even lands a few solid hits on The Shape. The aftermath, with Lindsey wet and bloody, hints at more drawn-out confrontation off-camera, leaving viewers wishing they’d seen more of the action play out on screen.

10/ Aunt Gladys (Amy Madigan) in Weapons (2025)

Weapons’ finale is a brilliant subversion of expectations, as the sinister Aunt Gladys is hunted down through multiple houses and locations by her young captives in a wildly cathartic chase sequence. The scene’s gory payoff makes for a satisfying conclusion to the film, cleverly nodding to Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Witnessing evil villains face suitable consequences is a huge payoff in horror, and Weapons delivers a darkly comedic takedown that hits all the right notes.

9/ Maya (Madelaine Petsch) in The Strangers: Chapter 2 (2025)

In The Strangers: Chapter 2 (2025), Maya is pursued through a hospital, barn stables, and the deep woods, and must use all her wits to evade the killers and survive her injuries long enough to make it through the night.

8/ Lisa Hines (Dana Davis) in Prom Night (2008)

Lisa’s lengthy chase through an abandoned construction floor is a nail-biting ordeal that leaves you gripped. While it may not live up to the standard set by Wendy’s chase in the original Prom Night, it’s still a thrilling sequence that showcases Lisa’s will to live. Despite the film’s negative reviews, Lisa’s character resonated with fans, who were rooting for her to pull through.

7/ Chris Higgins (Dana Kimmell) in Friday the 13th: Part 3 (1982)

Chris proves herself a formidable final girl, putting up a long, ferocious fight against the Crystal Lake killer. With Jason still mortal at this point, the scenes of him enduring pain are particularly intriguing. Chris has an unrelenting will to survive, as she wields the knife, refusing to go down without a fight. This chase scene stands out as one of the franchise’s best, and Chris is one of its most badass and fearless final girls.

6/ Parker and Miri (Gideon Adlon and Beth Million) in Sick (2022)

Sick, the home invasion slasher film co-written by Kevin Williamson and Katelyn Crabb, flawlessly centers around extended, action-packed chase sequences. Given Williamson’s love for horror chase scenes, it’s no surprise that Sick’s rival those in his classics Scream 2 and I Know What You Did Last Summer. Once the masked killer arrives, a non-stop adrenaline rush takes hold as you root for the girls to break free. Taking place in a secluded lakehouse during the pandemic, the isolated setting creates the ultimate playground for all the action.

5/ Cici Cooper (Sarah Michelle Gellar) in Scream 2 (1997)

Sarah Michelle Gellar delivered two epic chase scenes in 1997, first as Helen Shivers in I Know What You Did Last Summer and here as sorority sister Cici Cooper in Scream 2. Sadly, neither ends well for her characters. Here, Cici falls victim to the classic horror trope of fleeing upstairs instead of escaping through the front door. Nonetheless, Gellar’s standout performances solidify her status as Scream Queen royalty.

4/ Carol Manning (Caroline Munro) in Slaughter High (1986)

One of the most memorable moments in Slaughter High is the gruelling 9-minute chase scene, where Carol is relentlessly pursued by the jester-draped killer Marty. The sequence masterfully utilizes the abandoned school’s long, empty hallways, with an impressive steady-cam shot used to build tension. Munro’s fight for survival in her pristine white outfit is raw and captivating, making this extended chase a highlight of the film. Interestingly, this segment was a last-minute addition, improvised on the fly when the directors discovered their 90-page script would fall short, clocking in at a mere 75 minutes. This may be the longest chase sequence in the series!

3/ Erin (Jessica Biel) in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003)

Erin is hunted in multiple exhilarating chase scenes in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003), including a harrowing pursuit with her friend Morgan (Jonathan Tucker) and a chilling finale at the meat factory. Jessica Biel conveys pure panic and terror, particularly in this scene where she discovers her boyfriend’s face attached to Leatherface’s body, enough to send her running like a bat out of hell. Leatherface is a force to be reckoned with, a massive, crazed figure charging with a chainsaw, and Biel’s tough physicality is a perfect match for the mayhem he unleashes. This remake stands strong alongside the original.

2/ Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) in Halloween (1978)

After stumbling upon her friends’ bodies in an upstairs bedroom on Halloween night, Laurie Strode’s world goes to hell as she frantically runs through the streets of Haddonfield, screaming for help, only to be ignored. This unforgettable segment, transitioning from Laurie’s innocent stroll across the street to a living nightmare, is forever etched in horror history, launching Jamie Lee Curtis’ career as the ultimate Scream Queen and marking the start of her decades-long battle with Michael Myers.

1/ Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox) in Scream VI (2023)

Gale Weathers’ first phone call with Ghostface in Scream VI (2023) is well worth the wait. This chase scene ranks close to her iconic Scream 2 encounter, showcasing Gale’s resourcefulness as she fights for survival. Courteney Cox shines as the fearless Gale, delivering sharp comebacks and intense action sequences that solidify her status as a Scream Queen and Final Girl. And when she puts Ghostface on hold…priceless. Gale further proves herself as one of horror’s most legendary characters, earning her second spot on the list in this series.

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