V/H/S: Viral

A police chase after a dangerous suspect leads to a bizarre house filled with an endless series of terrifying VHS tapes. A group of teens is drawn into this strange phenomenon, encountering a variety of horrifying short films. As they delve deeper, they realize the tapes are connected to a larger, more sinister force.

V/H/S: Viral received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding it a step down from its predecessors. While some segments were praised for their creativity and scares, the overall anthology was criticized for its disjointed narrative, uneven quality, and reliance on shock value over substance. Audience reception was similarly mixed, with fans divided on its effectiveness as a horror anthology.

• Some segments offer inventive scares and visual flair.
• The anthology format suffers from an inconsistent quality across its segments.
• The overarching narrative connecting the shorts is often seen as weak or confusing.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a disappointing entry in the V/H/S series, with many citing the lack of compelling stories and memorable scares. While some appreciated the ambitious scope of certain segments, the overall consensus was that the film failed to deliver the consistent horror expected from the franchise, with many feeling it was predictable and lacked originality.

The segment "Phase Shift" by Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead was originally conceived as a standalone short film before being incorporated into the V/H/S: Viral anthology.