10 Scariest Witches In Horror Movies

10. Grand High Witch - The Witches

Not a typical horror film, but just as horrifying for children and adults alike is this adaption from the work of Roald Dahl. Centred around a boy who discovers a convention of witches who are plotting to turn the world's population of children into mice, the storytelling here is relatively kid friendly.

The appearance of the maniacal and cackling witches isn't quite as welcoming, however, as the execution of their reveal is done in terrifying fashion. The Grand High Witch herself is played by the suitably regal Anjelica Houston, who fully embraces the cruel depravity of the character in every way.

Being able to disguise themselves as ordinary looking humans, the film builds up to the transformation scene. As we see them remove their gloves to reveal their long pronged claws, or peel their skin back to unveil their hideous visage, it is the kind of sequence that will be burned into the mind of any adult let alone the children it was marketed towards.