Prime Video Channels: Best Holiday Horror Double Features (December 2025)

Tired of the same old feel-good Christmas movies? Sometimes the holidays call for a little less "joy to the world" and a little more screaming terror.

We've curated the ultimate holiday horror double features for December 2025, combining the best of Shudder (available as a Prime Video Channel) with top-tier rentals from the Prime Video Store. Grab your cocoa and lock the doors.

1. The "Killer Santa" Slay-Ride

Theme: When St. Nick goes nasty.

Watch First: Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984)

• Where: Shudder
• The Vibe: The controversial classic that outraged parents in the 80s. A traumatised toy store worker snaps and goes on a Yuletide rampage. It’s sleazy, slasher fun.

Watch Second: Violent Night (2022)

• Where: Prime Video (Rent/Buy)
• The Vibe: David Harbour brings the action-hero energy as a weary Santa fighting off mercenaries. It’s Die Hard meets Miracle on 34th Street with a sledgehammer.

See Silent Night, Deadly Night details

2. The "Drag Me to Hell-iday" Special

Theme: Demonic forces ruining family gatherings.

Watch First: The Boulet Brothers' Holiday of Horrors

• Where: Shudder (Premieres Dec 16)
• The Vibe: A brand new variety special from the queens of darkness. Expect camp, gore, and terrifying shorts perfect for a spooky party.

Watch Second: Krampus (2015)

• Where: Prime Video (Rent/Buy)
• The Vibe: Michael Dougherty’s modern classic about the shadow of Saint Nicholas punishing a dysfunctional family. The practical effects alone make this a must-watch every year.

3. The "Chilling Classics" Night

Theme: Atmosphere over jump scares.

Watch First: Black Christmas (1974)

• Where: Prime Video / Shudder
• The Vibe: Bob Clark’s masterpiece is often credited with starting the slasher genre. It’s tense, atmospheric, and the phone calls are genuinely unsettling.

Watch Second: The Haunted Season: The Occupant of the Room

• Where: Shudder (Premieres Dec 1)
• The Vibe: A fresh addition to the ghost story for Christmas tradition. Perfect for a cold night with the lights off.

Check Black Christmas availability

Why Shudder on Prime Video Channels?

Subscribing to Shudder via Prime Video Channels is one of the easiest ways to get your horror fix. You keep everything in one app, get consolidated billing, and can often snag a 7-day free trial to binge these titles over the break.

How to Watch

1. Open your Prime Video app.
2. Navigate to "Channels" and select Shudder.
3. Start your trial or browse the "Holiday of Horrors" collection.

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