Haunted House Horror

The house is wrong. The doors open on their own. The children talk to someone you can't see. Haunted house horror works because home is supposed to be safe — and these films take that away from you, room by room.

15 films

1408 (2007) poster
Psychological
Well reviewed

2007 · 104 min

grief · isolation · supernatural

House (1977) poster
Horror comedy
Hidden gem

1977 · 88 min

BFI

fun chaos · supernatural · ghost story

Oculus (2013) poster
Psychological
Well reviewed

2013 · 104 min

mystery · supernatural · ghost story

The Visitors (1988) poster

1988 · 109 min

mystery · isolation · supernatural

Insidious (2010) poster
Psychological
Well reviewed

2010 · 103 min

mystery · creeping domestic dread · supernatural

Altar (2014) poster
Psychological

2014 · 95 min

mystery · creeping domestic dread · rural dread

The Ring (2002) poster
Psychological
Well reviewed

2002 · 115 min

Paramount+

mystery · cursed media · supernatural

Next of Kin (1982) poster
Psychological

1982 · 89 min

mystery · creeping domestic dread · supernatural

Poltergeist (1982) poster
Psychological
Well reviewed

1982 · 114 min

Max

dread · creeping domestic dread · supernatural

The Haunting (1963) poster
Hidden gem

1963 · 112 min

dread · grief · supernatural

Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922) poster
Supernatural
Acclaimed

1922 · 94 min

BFI

grief · isolation · ghost story

A Haunted House (2013) poster
Horror comedy

2013 · 86 min

cursed media · fun chaos · fun / popcorn

The Haunting (1999) poster
Psychological

1999 · 113 min

Paramount+

mystery · supernatural · haunted house

Mama (2013) poster
Psychological

2013 · 100 min

Netflix

grief · isolation · supernatural

Presence (2024) poster
Psychological

2024 · 84 min

NOW

grief · creeping domestic dread · supernatural

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some must-see films that capture the essence of haunted houses?

Films like 'The Conjuring', 'Hereditary', and 'The Amityville Horror' masterfully depict the unsettling atmosphere of haunted homes, where the familiar becomes terrifying.

Are there classic horror films featuring haunted houses?

Absolutely! Classics like 'The Haunting' (1963) and 'The Shining' delve into the psychological terror of haunted spaces, offering a chilling exploration of fear within the home.

What themes should I look for in haunted house horror films?

Look for themes of isolation, the loss of safety, and the influence of unseen forces, as these elements amplify the dread of a home turned sinister.

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