The highest-rated creepypasta stories, ranked by more than two million reader votes since 2008. Filter by category or story length, or switch to the best stories of the past month or year.
White Eyes in Bright Lights
When people ask me about how it is to live in my neck of the woods, the Carolina Piedmont, I'd like to tell them of the rolling hills that lead…
Read Now
The Porcelain Mask
Marcel tightened the last cords on his hiking backpack. He stepped back admiring how neatly he packed the bag. Every year he and a group of friends went on three-day…
Read NowMy High School Had a Second Basement
I grew up in a small town in New Jersey and attended the local public high school. It was senior year, and my friend Jack was in charge of setting…
Read NowThe Nightcrawler
I remember it being a very typical day. So typical and dull that the details of what happened previous to the "incident" completely slip my mind. It was at around…
Read NowScariest Castles In The World: Inside 4 Haunted Places
Castles, the remains of history, have always amazed us. Yet, they are not only connected to royalty and princesses. The caliphate and its fortresses have been pretty secretive and ruthless…
Read NowWarning Sign
My wife and I were driving down a dark road, on our way to Colorado for our honeymoon. It had to be around midnight and I'd been driving for hours.…
Read Now
Officer Down
[Recording begins] "The date is November 1st, 2018. This is–" [coughs] "This is Detective Ray Sherman, excuse me. Badge number 13557, of the Internal Affairs Investigation Unit, number 334. We…
Read Now
The Silhouette
The wind whipped through William's hair as he finished strapping down his load. The smell of metal and his dirty tarp assaulted his nose as the wind blew across the…
Read Now5 Most Terrifying Cults in History That Redefine Darkness
Many different cults have existed throughout history, and you’ve probably heard that they still continue functioning in the 21st century. It is usual to form communities full of people with…
Read Now
I need help, and sorry in advance
The following was taken from a Reddit post. The user has not updated since. “I’m still new to Reddit, and I guess this story isn’t a good first impression, if…
Read Now5 Haunted Universities Where Students Aren’t the Only Residents
Every student wonders how their life will change once they go off to college. While high school can’t meet every student’s needs, college is indeed a time for new experiences,…
Read Now5 Haunted Amusement Parks That Are Completely Terrifying
Amusement parks are designed to entertain people, right? People who enjoy going to amusement parks usually look forward to exciting rides and adventures. But sometimes, the rides aren’t the only…
Read Now5 Angel Numbers That Bring Bad Luck
Most of us associate angel numbers with luck, prosperity, and positive things that are about to happen in our lives. And indeed — the essence of angel numbers is that…
Read Now
Sometimes I like to listen to 911 calls
So there's this database in my hometown of local 911 calls. I like to listen to them every so often. Usually when I'm working or doing chores or whatever. They…
Read NowSouth Ferry
Even from the far end of the platform, seeing the whole of the lower station at 190th Street, Harold noticed only one other person waiting for the train. Granted, it…
Read Now5 Alarming Angel Signals You Shouldn’t Ignore
Angel numbers are usually associated with positive messages, such as luck, prosperity, and guidance. But sometimes the universe might as well send specific signs that can be translated into warnings.…
Read Now5 Haunted Libraries Where the Dead Still Read
Libraries are often associated with a sense of calm. And indeed, libraries are supposed to be quiet, but in some places, the silence feels... unnatural. Sometimes, just sometimes, you might…
Read Now
If Glass Could Scream
"Purgatory on Earth" read the flyer as it flapped unevenly in the wind, poorly stapled against the wooden post of a power line. It was an interesting title, not exactly…
Read Now
My Neighbor Is Using Power Tools Past 10 PM
I swear I’m not being that pedantic asshole neighbor. Noise ordinance starts at 10 pm and most people respect it because there are a lot of young kids in the…
Read Now5 Mysterious Places Horror Lovers Can Visit in Azerbaijan
If you’re considering traveling to Azerbaijan, chances are that things like the ancient streets of Baku, the Caucasus Mountains, or the monument of Giz Galasi are at the top of…
Read Now5 Haunted Songs That Might Bring More Than Just Chills
Music can affect and influence us in many ways. Some of the songs have so much strange harmony and creation process backstory that once we hear them, they can haunt…
Read Now