The document summarizes the history of notable films in the horror genre from the first horror film in 1896 to more recent films. It describes the directors, producers, budgets, and box office earnings for several influential horror films including Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1941), Dracula (1958), The Shining (1980), and Zombieland (2009). These films progressed the genre by introducing new elements such as narratives, profits, color, blood, and special effects not seen in earlier films. Many of these films have become inspirations for subsequent horror movies through their characters, themes, and memorable aspects.