With its rich history and magnificent landmarks, it's easy to see why New York has remained iconic for years. But the Big Apple can also be a scary place, which is why it serves as a perfect backdrop for so many horror movies.

Watching a towering monster tearing down New York skyscrapers is enough to make anyone balk, and the city is marred with so much tragedy that it's bound to harbour a few dark secrets. Also, serial killers are much scarier when they reside inside a bustling metropolis, and with New York's population upwards of eight million, a killer could be hiding anywhere. More importantly, they could be anyone . And with a population that high, nobody is going to notice when a couple of randos disappear off the streets.

Likewise, New York can be perceived as a character in and of itself, since the city really affects people. Considering NY is meant to be the place where dreams come true, it's understandable when some poor souls become cold and twisted when things don't pan out for them.

Although New York is a beautiful place, this city that never sleeps certainly has a sinister underbelly.