10 Horror Movies Ruined By Fan Overhype

10. Us

Because Jordan Peele was initially known for his comedy skits, no one expected his directorial debut to be a psychological horror called Get Out. As an extra shocker, Get Out was among the most thought-provoking films in recent years, which helped cement Peele as a director to look out for.

So, when Peele announced his next project, Us, fans were immediately invested. Although the trailer gave little away, save the story revolved around a family being tormented by their doppelgängers, many assumed it would be another smash hit.

However, Get Out was a deeply personal story which the filmmaker spent four years fine-tuning to perfection. Because he spent less than half that time on Us, it didn't carry the same level of finesse as its predecessor.

Also, the style and structure of both features was very different. Despite Get Out's outlandish reveal during the climax, it ends with everything explained and resolved. Us, on the other hand, was surreal and deliberately vague, forcing viewers to fill in the blanks themselves.

The reception of Us was positive, but saying it fell short of expectations is an understatement.