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Poll: Franchise Starters That Reshaped the Horror Genre

A poll by ElMaruecan82
1973-1988, 15 years during which 15 franchise starters, among them many groundbreaking horror classics, reshaped the genre after its Golden Age in the early 30s.

Which of these 15 franchise starters, released between 1973 and 1988, is your personal favorite?

After voting, you might discuss the list here

Results of 420 votes:

  1. 1.

    Alien (1979)

     
  2. 2.

    Jaws (1975)

     
  3. 3.

    Halloween (1978)

     
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