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Psycho Movies Ranked: Tier List of 5 Films

Hitchcock's thriller, its three sequels and Gus Van Sant's shot-for-shot remake make 5 Psycho films, ranked here with Psycho (1960) first.

HorroRated’s Psycho tier list

Each film’s tier is its HorroRated verdict, from Legendary (S) to Skip It (F). Films that share a tier are listed in release order. Tap a poster for the full review.

S tier: Legendary

  1. Psycho1960

C tier: Worth a Look

  1. Psycho IV: The Beginning1990
The watch-order guide: Psycho Movies in Order

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              Frequently Asked Questions About the Psycho Tier List

              What is the best Psycho movie?

              HorroRated rates Psycho (1960) highest of the 5 films. Its Legendary verdict puts it alone in S tier.

              What is the worst Psycho movie?

              By HorroRated’s verdicts it’s Psycho IV: The Beginning: rated Worth a Look, it’s the only film in C tier.

              How many Psycho movies are there?

              The Psycho series has 5 films: four starring Anthony Perkins as Norman Bates from 1960 to 1990, and Gus Van Sant's 1998 shot-for-shot remake. Our Psycho Movies in Order guide lists them in story and release order.

              How does HorroRated rank the Psycho movies?

              The tiers come straight from our reviews. A Legendary verdict means S tier, Highly Recommended means A, then Recommended (B), Worth a Look (C), If You’re Curious (D) and Skip It (F). Ties keep release order.

              Can I make my own Psycho tier list?

              Yes. Tap a poster, then a tier, or drag posters on a computer. When you’re done, share your Psycho tier list as a picture or copy a link that opens your ranking.

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