Which Horror Movie Monster Are You Based On Your Zodiac Sign?

Much like horror films, astrology isn't for everyone. But at the end of the day, whether you're dabbling in the zodiac or the more gruesome corners of your preferred streaming service, don't let anyone harsh your mellow — if you have a stomach for the stuff, dig in. Both horror films and the zodiac can serve a litany of purposes depending on what you're in the mood for: from a means of personal introspection to light and airy entertainment. Whether you're unpacking your elemental affinities or watching a space alien rip through an Antarctic research station, if it brings you joy, so be it! 

Much like zodiac signs, horror monsters are wonderfully complex. They have their strengths, weaknesses, moral failures, and admirable qualities. They might not look human, but they are, at the end of the day, highly symbolic creatures that can teach us a lot about ourselves. Sure, horror monsters might not have the dignity of an archer or a ram. But their metaphorical power is not to be discounted. In horror films, monsters are not always inherently villainous, and can be lighting rods for the best and worst humanity has to offer. So whether you want to gain a new perspective on your own astrological sign or consider a whole new zodiac all together (populated by big-screen beasties), read on to see which horror monster fits your zodiac sign.

Under the cool Atlantic waters of Amity Island lurks a prehistorically large creature: an enormous, dead-eyed great white shark with an appetite to match his size. Then again, can you imagine better hunting aquatic grounds than a seaside resort town? And sure, the fishy villain of Steven Spielberg's 1971 thriller "Jaws" may just be an animal acting on instinct, and not a bona fide, ghoulish monster in the traditional sense. But to the denizens and tourists of Amity, Bruce (the behind-the-scenes pet name of the shark's animatronic counterpart) is the oceanic boogeyman; an unseen threat willing and able to prey upon anyone foolish enough to enter his territory.

Taurus is a sign that places a lot of value on creature comforts; on surrounding themselves with a nurturing environment that feeds the soul. In Bruce's case, his environment is quite literally feeding him. From his perspective, Amity is a paradise: an all-you-can-eat buffet where the food comes to you. Bruce is all too happy to tuck in. Like most Tauruses, Bruce is bullheaded, stubborn, and undeterred by anything that might get in his way (he is, after all a 25-foot long 3-ton shark). Like those born between April 20 and May 20, Bruce is set in his ways, and this ultimately proves his undoing. Ruled by instinct, and an unerring desire to chow down on tourists, Bruce's propensity to munch goes south when he takes a bite out of a pressurized scuba tank.

While there is absolutely some irony in a winged monster being a water sign, rest assured: the Aztec god Quetzalcoatl is a Cancer through and through. In Larry Cohen's frenetic 1982 New York City creature feature "Q: The Winged Serpent," the titular dragon-like monster takes up residence in the tippy top of the Chrysler Building. What is she doing? Well, in true Cancer form, she's working on building a family. Which is horrifying to the terrified residents and confounded homicide detectives of New York. But for Q (and for those born between June 21 and July 22), family is everything. Cancers are homebodies. And this Cancer just so happens to have set up shop in the spire of one of the Big Apple's most recognizable landmarks. Family-oriented and nurturing, all of Q's "monstrous" actions are just her attempts to provide for her incoming brood.

Cancers have a well-earned reputation for having emotions as raw as an exposed nerve. And Q, being a flying lizard Aztec god and all, is not exactly one for subtlety, shrieking and dive-bombing her way around the city with the slightest provocation (or hunger pang). Sure, Q is a blood-hungry deity that preys on innocent New Yorkers on a whim. But under those scales, she's a softy at heart.

In her second task for a morally ambiguous faun, Ofelia is instructed to retrieve an ornamental dagger from the lair of the Pale Man, a child-eating monster draped in sickly drooping skin. While those born between August 23 and September 22 might not totally appreciate being compared to this gruesome nightmare fuel, facts are facts: the Pale Man from "Pan's Labyrinth" is a Virgo. If this Earth sign loves one thing, it's rules. And when Ofelia breaks literally the one rule of the Pale Man's domain (don't eat his food), can you blame him for getting upset? Sure, chowing down on Ofelia's fairy friends and attempting to eat her might be overkill. But for a Virgo, messing with their space is an absolute no-no. Virgos are known for their firm boundaries and meticulous attention to detail. And while two grapes might not seem like a big deal to most of us, for the Pale Man (and for Virgos), that's a punishable offense.

Virgos also have a reputation for having immaculate spatial awareness. And there's no better way to achieve a 360-degree eye line than jamming blood-red eyeballs into your palms. Virgos love to find and mix messes. And for the Pale Man, that means gobbling up disobedient children who have the audacity to steal their property and eat their food.

Scorpios have a reputation for being the strong, silent type. They're enigmatic and hard to read, with a mysterious air that begs more questions than most Scorpios are liable to answer. And it's this silent (but deadly) combo that confirms that the entity in "It Follows" is a quintessential Scorpio. Those born between October 23 and November 21 often make those around them uncomfortable with their intense vibes. But for the entity, who can only be perceived by its intended victims, cultivating an uncannily sinister aura is all part of the chase. Sure, being more incognito would probably help the entity sneak up on more victims, but where's the fun in that? Like any self-respecting relentless Scorpio, the entity will stop at nothing to search and destroy its intended target.

Scorpios don't fear much, but they aren't super into the feeling of being known. And even the entity's terrified victims don't truly know what's stalking them, given that the monster can shapeshift and take on the appearance of a person. Hiding behind a mask is a textbook Scorpio move, as is fearing what might happen if they are truly perceived for what they are. The entity thrives on anonymity to instill fear into its victims. Being perceived only complicates matters, scaring away potential murder victims — or worse, being shot in the head in a swimming pool.

Ambitious and motivated by an unerring sense of duty, Capricorns get stuff done. And for Pumpkinhead, the demonic entity summoned by a grieving father after his son is killed by dirt-biking city folk, the "stuff" in question is murder. Nothing can get in the way of Pumpkinhead's success — not a flamethrower, and not even the regretful man who summoned him. Pumpkinhead, after all, is more of an entity than a singular organism; an eternal presence laying in wait for their next project. (That project is usually murder.) Capricorns are notoriously goal-driven. And that's precisely what Pumpkinhead is all about: exacting the eye-for-an-eye revenge of wounded souls.

Those born between December 21 and January 20 are masters of discipline and are often called "workaholics." While Pumpkinhead clearly delights in his work (that ghoulish grimace might as well be a sign of enjoyment), he's certainly the embodiment of "working yourself to death." Mainly because his sole purpose is to accomplish his designated (murderous) task, and return to the ominous pumpkin patch from whence he came. Capricorns are incredibly pragmatic rule followers with a highly developed moral compass. Pumpkinhead's moral compass just happens to be a little more ... murder-y than most. With an unstoppable "can-do" attitude (where the "do" in question is killing teens who accidentally murdered a child), Pumpkinhead is a Capricorn through and through. God help us all.

Come on, you saw this one coming a mile away. But there's more than a mere fishy affinity between the aquatic star of "The Creature from the Black Lagoon" and the twelfth sign in the zodiac. Despite what his menacing claws and dead-eyed stare might suggest, Gill-Man is a lover, not a fighter. It's only when he's pushed to defend himself and his river from invasive scientists that he behaves the way we expect a monster to behave. As Marilyn Monroe's character notes while exiting the film in "The Seven Year Itch," Gill-Man wasn't really all that bad, but merely craved affection the world refused to reciprocate. Pisces is an inherently romantic sign, prone to flights of fantasy and dreamy aspirations (e.g. "maybe that beautiful science lady will give me a smooch").

Much like those born between February 19 and March 20, Gill-Man feels things very strongly. And while these feelings mostly include a sense of indignation and fury at the "civilized" invaders chucking dynamite into his home, there is also space for deeply felt softness, curiosity, and longing. Those in the sign of Pisces can come across as air-headed or forgetful, and Gill-Man's blank, unchanging slack-jawed expression leaves him at a similar disadvantage. But don't mistake those unblinking eyes for a lack of intelligence. Gill-Man, like many Pisces, has a rich internal life ... he's worshipped as a god for a reason!