In horror, we’ve been introduced to countless terrifying and memorable villains. These villains have haunted our nightmares and stuck with us for years after our initial exposure to their films. However, it takes a lot for a horror villain to be deemed a horror icon. These icons have made a lasting impression on the world of horror, changing history and impacting millions worldwide. We know that one of the biggest communities to be impacted by horror is the tattoo community, as horror movie tattoos are nearly as common as skulls and roses. In honor of all the horror fanatics out there, take a look at 100 of our favorite horror tattoos from talented artists around the world. Then let us know your favorite tattoo from this list in the comments section on social media.
Freddy Krueger
Onscreen Debut: 1984
Franchise: “A Nightmare on Elm Street”
Creator: Wes Craven
Portrayed By: Robert Englund
Number of Films: 9
Jason Voorhees
Onscreen Debut: 1980
Franchise: “Friday the 13th”
Creator: Victor Miller and Sean S. Cunningham
Portrayed By: Many
Number of Films: 12
Michael Myers
Onscreen Debut: 1978
Franchise: “Halloween”
Creator: John Carpenter
Portrayed By: Many
Number of Films: 13
John Kramer
Onscreen Debut: 2004
Franchise: “Saw”
Creator: James Wan and Leigh Whannell
Portrayed By: Tobin Bell
Number of Films: 8
Pinhead
Onscreen Debut: 1987
Franchise: “Hellraiser”
Creator: Clive Barker
Portrayed By: Doug Bradley
Number of Films: 10
Chucky
Onscreen Debut: 1989
Franchise: “Child’s Play”
Creator: Don Mancini
Portrayed By: Brad Dourif
Number of Films: 8
Sam
Onscreen Debut: 2007
Franchise: “Trick ‘r Treat”
Creator: Michael Doughterty
Portrayed By: Quinn Lord
Number of Films: 1
Leatherface
Onscreen Debut: 1974
Franchise: “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre”
Creator: Tobe Hooper
Portrayed By: Many
Number of Films: 9
Ghostface
Onscreen Debut: 1996
Franchise: “Scream”
Creator: Wes Craven
Portrayed By: Many
Number of Films: 5
Pennywise
Onscreen Debut: 1990
Franchise: “It”
Creator: Stephen King
Portrayed By: Tim Curry and Bill Skarsgård
Number of Films: 2