12. I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997)
This mid-1990s teen slasher revitalized interest in the genre. The story follows four friends hunted by a killer a year after covering up an accident. Combining mystery, suspense, and stylized kills, it leveraged the popularity of teen-focused horror while updating the formula with contemporary settings. Its sleek cinematography and ensemble cast made it accessible to younger audiences.
The film’s commercial success led to sequels and reinforced the viability of teen-centered slashers, influencing films like Urban Legend and Scream sequels. Its blend of suspense and narrative twists makes it a definitive entry in late-1990s horror.
