Updated — In Video SVOD → Channel, Shudder is available on Prime Video Channels; Apple TV Channels; Roku Premium Subscriptions; Direct.
Shudder is AMC’s home for horror, thriller, and suspense—curated for fans who like their queues dark. Expect a mix of cult classics, buzzy festival hits, and originals you won’t find elsewhere. You can start a Shudder free trial across major channel platforms or go direct, whichever fits your setup.
Key details
| Service | Shudder |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Prime Video Channels; Apple TV Channels; Roku Premium Subscriptions; Direct |
| Trial available | Yes |
| Trial length | 7 days; 7 days (typical); Varies (often 7–30 days) |
| Trial type | Standard; Promo/Standard |
| Credit card required | Yes |
| After the trial | $5.99/mo; $6.99/mo; Varies by plan |
| Included plan(s) | Shudder |
Start your free trial
Start free trial — Prime Video Channel Start free trial — Direct Start free trial — Apple TV Channel Start free trial — Roku Premium
What the Shudder free trial includes
The Shudder free trial opens the door to AMC’s premium horror and thriller service. During the trial you can explore a fully curated library that mixes timeless franchises with fresh discoveries and buzzy originals made for fans.
- Curated by horror experts across subgenres—slashers, psychological thrillers, creature features, folk horror, and more.
- Originals and exclusives, including The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs.
- Standout films such as Host, entries from the Hellraiser and Halloween franchises, plus acclaimed international titles like Tigers Are Not Afraid.
If your perfect night is suspense, dread, and a smart post-credits discussion, the Shudder free trial is built for you. It’s especially handy for horror/thriller fans who want classics, indies, and new exclusives all in one place.
Direct vs. channel: which Shudder free trial should you use?
Shudder is available as a direct subscription or as a Channel through Prime Video, Apple TV, and Roku. Your best pick depends on where you already watch most content and how you prefer to be billed.
- Prime Video Channels, Apple TV Channels, and Roku Premium Subscriptions keep playback and billing inside those platform apps. The Shudder free trial through a Channel will live there, too.
- A direct Shudder free trial runs through Shudder’s own site and app ecosystem.
Small but important detail: channel subscriptions don’t create a separate Shudder app login. If you later move from a channel to a direct subscription, your watchlist and progress usually won’t transfer because they’re tied to the platform account. Choose the route you expect to keep using after your Shudder free trial.
Cancel or manage your plan
Manage / cancel — Direct Manage / cancel — Prime Video Channel Manage / cancel — Apple TV Channel Manage / cancel — Roku Premium
How to cancel Shudder free trial
Cancel where you started. If you began a Shudder free trial on a channel platform, manage it inside that platform’s subscription settings. If you went direct, use Shudder’s help link. Credit card is required to start, and after the trial the price is $5.99/mo or $6.99/mo (varies by plan). Use the correct link below:
- Direct: Manage or cancel
- Prime Video Channels: Manage or cancel
- Apple TV Channels: Manage or cancel
- Roku Premium Subscriptions: Manage or cancel
Tip: plan your reminder so you can decide before the Shudder free trial ends. If you stay on, billing continues on the platform where you started.
Length of Shudder free trial
There is a Shudder free trial. The standard length is 7 days; 7 days (typical). It can vary by platform or promotion—Varies (often 7–30 days). Trial type is Standard; Promo/Standard. If you see a promo, that offer sets the length for your account.
Is there a Shudder free trial?
Yes. You can start a Shudder free trial on Prime Video Channels, Apple TV Channels, Roku Premium Subscriptions, or Direct. Pick the platform you prefer to watch and manage billing on, then use one of the official links above.
More questions people ask
Do channel subscriptions give me a separate app login?
No. Playback and billing stay inside the platform app you used to start the Shudder free trial.
If I switch to a direct subscription later, will my watchlist carry over?
Usually not. Lists and viewing progress are tied to the platform account where you began your Shudder free trial.
Does the library rotate?
Yes. Titles shift as licenses change, so favorites can come and go. If you discover a must-watch during your Shudder free trial, add it to your queue early.
Who the Shudder free trial is best for
The Shudder free trial suits anyone who treats horror as a year-round mood, not a once-in-October fling. It’s ideal for:
- Fans who want a guided path through classics and modern essentials.
- Viewers chasing exclusives and originals like The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs.
- Curious newcomers who want to sample hits such as Host, explore Hellraiser or the Halloween franchise, and try acclaimed international picks like Tigers Are Not Afraid.
If that sounds like your queue, start a Shudder free trial on the platform you already use most. You’ll know within a week if the curation fits your taste.
Updated 17/08/2025