If you loved the eerie, anthology-style horror of 'The House That Dripped Blood' (1971), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similarly chilling movies and shows that deliver the same blend of suspense, supernatural terror, and twisted storytelling. Whether you're a fan of classic horror or crave modern scares, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Dr. Terror's House of Horrors (1965)
Description: An anthology horror film with a framing device involving a mysterious fortune teller who predicts the grim fates of his fellow train passengers through a series of terrifying stories.
Fact: This was the first in Amicus Productions' popular anthology horror series and stars Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing.


The Skull (1965)
Description: A psychological horror film about a collector who acquires the skull of the Marquis de Sade, only to be haunted by its malevolent influence and supernatural powers.
Fact: The film is based on a short story by Robert Bloch and features atmospheric direction by Freddie Francis.


Torture Garden (1967)
Description: A horror anthology featuring a carnival sideshow host who reveals the dark futures of his audience members through a series of twisted and supernatural tales.
Fact: The film is based on stories by Robert Bloch and includes a segment directed by Freddie Francis, known for his work in British horror.


The Oblong Box (1969)
Description: A gothic horror tale involving a disfigured aristocrat, a vengeful brother, and a series of mysterious and violent events tied to a cursed box.
Fact: The film stars Vincent Price and Christopher Lee, and is loosely based on a story by Edgar Allan Poe.


Asylum (1972)
Description: A British horror anthology film with interconnected stories set in a mental institution, featuring eerie and macabre tales that explore psychological terror and supernatural elements.
Fact: The film was written by Robert Bloch, the author of 'Psycho,' and features a framing story that ties the individual tales together in a chilling manner.


Theatre of Blood (1973)
Description: A darkly comedic horror film about a Shakespearean actor who takes revenge on his critics by staging elaborate and gruesome deaths inspired by the Bard's plays.
Fact: Vincent Price delivers a memorable performance, and the film is noted for its creative and theatrical kill scenes.


The Beast Must Die (1974)
Description: A horror-mystery hybrid where a wealthy hunter invites guests to his estate, convinced one of them is a werewolf, leading to a tense and deadly game of cat and mouse.
Fact: The film features a unique 'werewolf break' where viewers are given clues to guess the identity of the werewolf before the reveal.


The Uncanny (1977)
Description: An anthology horror film centered around the theme of cats and their supernatural connections, featuring eerie and unsettling stories with a common thread.
Fact: The film includes segments set in different time periods and locations, all linked by the mysterious and often malevolent influence of felines.


Creepshow (1982)
Description: A horror anthology that blends dark humor with gruesome tales, presented in a comic book-style format with vivid visuals and over-the-top horror scenarios.
Fact: The film was a collaboration between George A. Romero and Stephen King, with King also appearing in one of the segments.


Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983)
Description: A cinematic anthology of horror and science fiction stories, each with a twist ending, paying homage to the classic TV series while delivering standalone tales of terror.
Fact: The film features segments directed by notable filmmakers like John Landis and Steven Spielberg, and includes a memorable remake of the classic 'Nightmare at 20,000 Feet.'
