As odd as it may seem, some of the biggest and most respected actors today got their start in one of the most ill-favored genres: horror. Johnny Depp landed his first major role in the original Nightmare On Elm Street. Jennifer Aniston got her big break in the cult horror classic, Leprechaun. Up and coming actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead may well be the newest star to emerge from the murky depths of horror type casting.

A true scream queen, Winstead has starred in such horror flicks as: The Ring 2, Monster Island, Final Destination 3, Death Proof, The Thing and Black Christmas. Quite an impressive resume of horror films for someone who’s only 25. Despite her knack for being knocked off, Winstead seems to be making a name for herself as a legitimate actress.

For a pleasant change, you’ll be able to see Winstead in a role where her character is probably still alive by the time the credits role, as she portrays Ramona Victoria Flowers in the upcoming film, Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World (co-starring Michael Cera). Will Winstead be the next A-lister with bloody roots? Only time will tell.