Chris Catt

Chris Catt is a renowned expert in film and new media. Internationally recognized as one of the foremost authorities on horror movies and TV shows, Catt is a trusted and influential voice in analyzing the cultural impact of the horror genre, both historically and within the context of modern pop culture and current events.

Core Roles

Chris Catt is an editor and editorial analyst for The Thought & Expression Company, Inc. His main focus is on international cinema, horror movies and TV shows, and pop culture.
He leads Creepy Catalog as its editorial head and co-hosts a horror movie podcast with CNJ Radio. Chris has also developed a comprehensive index, ranking and organizing every horror and horror-adjacent film from the 1920s to the 2020s by category and theme.
Prior to his work at Thought Catalog/Creepy Catalog, Chis worked at Heritage Auctions organizing metadata around historical movie posters.

Experience

Chris received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from Temple University Japan. While in Tokyo, Chris focused his studies on Japanese cinema.
Chris has been publishing online and in journals since 2014 with articles and podcasts about movies, physical media, video games, and comic books.

Articles by Chris Catt

My 2 Favorite Found Footage Horror Movies On Netflix

The found footage horror genre uses a narrative style where the story is presented through “discovered” recordings, or similarly obtained “real” footage — here are the best ones on Netflix right now.
Robert Eggers Is A Surprisingly Good Fit For A ‘Labyrinth’ Sequel

Earlier today, Deadline broke the news that Robert Eggers, the genius filmmaker behind Nosferatu (2024), is set to write and direct a sequel to Labyrinth (1986)!
6+ Movies To Watch If You Love ‘Nosferatu’

Robert Eggers drew inspiration from a wide array of movies while making Nosferatu. Here are a few he’s mentioned in interviews. Remakes rarely get any better than Nosferatu (2024).
3 High-Octane Comedies To Stream Tonight on Netflix

There are few things better than a good action-comedy movie. They’re exhilarating, funny, and, more often than not, heartfelt. Netflix has many superb examples of the genre.
3 Most Highly Anticipated Horror Movies Of 2025

We’re already excited for the horrors 2025 will bring!

Articles by
Chris Catt

My 2 Favorite Found Footage Horror Movies On Netflix

The found footage horror genre uses a narrative style where the story is presented through “discovered” recordings, or similarly obtained “real” footage — here are the best ones on Netflix right now.

Robert Eggers Is A Surprisingly Good Fit For A ‘Labyrinth’ Sequel

Earlier today, Deadline broke the news that Robert Eggers, the genius filmmaker behind Nosferatu (2024), is set to write and direct a sequel to Labyrinth (1986)!

6+ Movies To Watch If You Love ‘Nosferatu’

Robert Eggers drew inspiration from a wide array of movies while making Nosferatu. Here are a few he’s mentioned in interviews. Remakes rarely get any better than Nosferatu (2024).

3 High-Octane Comedies To Stream Tonight on Netflix

There are few things better than a good action-comedy movie. They’re exhilarating, funny, and, more often than not, heartfelt. Netflix has many superb examples of the genre.

3 Most Highly Anticipated Horror Movies Of 2025

We’re already excited for the horrors 2025 will bring!

‘Nosferatu’, The Best Horror Movie of 2024, Comes Home Today With An Extended Cut

Experience the best horror movie of 2024 in a new way.

‘Get Out’ Fans Will Love This Thriller That Just-Launched On Amazon Today

Like Get Out, Blink Twice is the perfect combination of story and thrills.

The Ending To Amazon Prime Video’s New Serial-Killer Thriller Is Wild

But it’s not wild enough.

3 Best Dark Dramas On Amazon Video Right Now

For the rest of January, and early February, here are some awesome dark and creepy dramas to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Bag of Lies (2024) For viewers who enjoy: good acting, pitch-black dramas, supernatural spookiness Why Watch It?

2 Best Sci-Fi Horror Movies On Netflix This Week

For the rest of January, these films are your best bet for sci-fi horror cinema.

3 Best Thrillers On Netflix For The Rest Of January

Some thrillers to keep you glued to the screen.

My Favorite Movie Of 2025 So Far Is an Arctic Survival Epic

2025 is still young, but there have already been a few great movies in theaters. The Damned is one of them, and chances are you haven’t seen it. The Damned was released on January 3rd in the United States.

4 Werewolf Movies To Stream For Free This Weekend On Tubi

Wolves travel in packs, so it makes sense that movies about werewolves should be watched in packs as well.

2 Great Horror Thrillers To Watch This Weekend On Amazon Prime

This weekend, why not try out two great horror thrillers from two different eras?

Melissa Barrera’s Delightfully Romantic Monster Comedy Streams On Max In January

‘Your Monster’ is your new favorite rom-com about a monster in a closet.

Why That One Scene In ‘Hereditary’ Is So Horrifying

Spoilers ahead. Hereditary (2018) is often heralded as one of the most terrifying horror films of its generation. Its combination of supernatural horror and raw familial drama leaves an indelible mark on viewers.