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

The Best Film 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.
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.
The Best Horror Movie Of 2024 Was ‘Nosferatu’

‘Nosferatu’ is expected to be released on streaming on January 21.
The ‘Until Dawn’ Movie Sounds Dumb

Dumb can be fun, but the filmmakers seem to have missed the point of the video game.
Ari Aster, The Genius Behind ‘Hereditary’, Has Made Even Wilder Movies

His short films get even more disturbing, and are way more ridiculous.

Articles by
Chris Catt

The Best Film 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.

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.

The Best Horror Movie Of 2024 Was ‘Nosferatu’

‘Nosferatu’ is expected to be released on streaming on January 21.

The ‘Until Dawn’ Movie Sounds Dumb

Dumb can be fun, but the filmmakers seem to have missed the point of the video game.

Ari Aster, The Genius Behind ‘Hereditary’, Has Made Even Wilder Movies

His short films get even more disturbing, and are way more ridiculous.

3 Best Action Thrillers With Female Leads On Netflix in January

Vengeance is a common theme among these exciting movies.

3 Best Action Comedies On Netflix This January

Kicks and quips come fast and furious in these movies.

New Legal Action Is Coming “Any Day Now” From The Original Cast Of ‘The Return of the Living Dead’

This time, the original cast is going on the offensive.

3 Great Horror Movies Streaming On Hulu This January

Hulu is one of the world’s leading streaming platforms, and this January, there are three amazing horror movies you should stream now. 1.

You Probably Haven’t Seen The Best Horror Movie Of 2025 So Far

And that’s a damned shame.

Wait, David Schwimmer Is In The New ‘Goosebumps’ TV Show?

In case you hadn’t heard, a new Goosebumps TV series began streaming on January 10th, 2025. And according to series star David Schwimmer, it gets kind of gross.

The Newest Chapter in the Winnie-the-Pooh Horror Universe Hits Theaters Today!

The movie features an evil Peter Pan, and it’s only in theaters for three days!

3 Best Thrillers On Amazon Prime This January

Amazon Prime or Prime Video is probably the best streaming service for fans of thrillers with gripping storylines and horror-adjacent themes. Here are three top films currently available with your Prime Video subscription.

3 Best Horror Movies On Netflix This January

With Netflix’s vast selection changing daily, finding the perfect horror movie can be a challenge. Here are the top three must-watch horror films currently streaming in January 2025.