10 Horror Movie Reboots That Actually Lived Up To The Original

10. The Town That Dreaded Sundown (2014)

One thing that is absolutely necessary for a reboot of any film to do justice to the original, is that the filmmakers taking on the task must have a great deal of respect for the source material. If those involved aren't passionate about building upon the legacy of a franchise they love, then it's doomed from the start.

Thankfully, it's clear that The Town That Dreaded Sundown (2014) is a labour of love, and it works as both a reboot and a fitting homage to the 1976 film, with some meta nods to the original.

There is a nostalgia factor at play here which may help endear long-time fans to this picture, but that's not the only reason for its positive reception. The small town setting helps to create a spine-shivering atmosphere with razor sharp tension. Addison Timlin's final girl, Jamie Lerner, is personable and you genuinely care and root for her, which is more than can be said for many of the genre's heroes and heroines, and a strong supporting cast bolster the roster of potential victims.

It's a brutal reboot that is a fitting tribute to the original 1976 flick, and the way it blurs the line between sequel and homage is wonderfully meta, offering plenty for new and old fans alike.