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Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping creepy crawly horror movies into the ol’ VCR. 

I have a confession. When I was doing research for this piece, I found that my bug/insect/creepy crawly horror subgenre is a bit lacking. 

I’ve definitely seen my fair share, but it looks like I need to fill in some gaps, especially when it comes to older classics like Them and The Wasp Woman. 

Despite the holes in my creepy crawly resume, I think I’ve been able to Roundup (get it?) some good offerings. 

When your upstairs neighbor starts playing their electric guitar as you’re getting ready for bed 

From giant spiders to leech-like creatures, I have a variety of movies that will keep you swatting at the air and slapping at your legs long after the credits roll. 

So, here’s a glimpse into the criteria for today: 

If it crawls, it counts. 

If it slithers, it counts. 

If it’s an insect or arachnid, it counts. 

If the creepy crawly isn’t the main character, but they have a memorable scene, it counts. 

Without further ado, I present to you seven creepy crawly horror movies to get under your skin. 

Arachnophobia: Jeff Daniels is a babe in this movie, and I said what I said. 

Eight-Legged Freaks: Someone please let Matt Czurchy play the good guy. 

Slither: I still have the DVD copy of this movie that I borrowed from my brother-in-law over 18 years ago. Sorry, Matt. 

The Fly (1986): I can’t even tell you how many images Google blocked when I was looking for photos for this piece. 

The Mist: If this movie was set in 2024, Mrs. Carmody would blame all of these events on vaccines and would win a Senate seat. 

The Deadly Spawn: And that’s why potlucks should be illegal. 

Creepshow: I will always feel the need to shower after “They’re Creeping Up On You!”