If you loved the quirky, darkly comedic, and supernatural charm of 'Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls (2023),' you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that capture the same offbeat humor, occult themes, and fantastical storytelling. Whether you're a fan of indie horror-comedies or occult adventures, these recommendations will keep you entertained.
Ghostbusters (1984)
Description: A supernatural comedy about a team of eccentric scientists who battle ghosts, combining slapstick humor with paranormal thrills.
Fact: The Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man was originally conceived as a giant version of the Michelin Man. The film's theme song became a chart-topping hit.
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Gremlins (1984)
Description: A creature feature that mixes horror and comedy, featuring mischievous, supernatural beings wreaking havoc in a small town.
Fact: The film was originally intended to be much darker, with a higher body count. The gremlins were inspired by director Joe Dante's childhood fear of rodents.
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Little Shop of Horrors (1986)
Description: A musical horror-comedy about a hapless florist who discovers a carnivorous plant, blending dark humor with catchy songs and a retro aesthetic.
Fact: The plant, Audrey II, was operated by four different puppeteers. The original ending was much darker but was changed after test audiences reacted negatively.
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Beetlejuice (1988)
Description: A darkly comedic fantasy film with a quirky, supernatural protagonist and a visually inventive afterlife setting.
Fact: The character Beetlejuice only appears in about
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The Addams Family (1991)
Description: A gothic comedy that celebrates the macabre with a family of eccentric, supernatural characters who find humor in the dark and bizarre.
Fact: The film's production designer drew inspiration from Charles Addams' original New Yorker cartoons. The famous snapping dance was choreographed by the actors themselves.
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Army of Darkness (1992)
Description: A horror-comedy that blends supernatural elements with slapstick humor, featuring an unlikely hero navigating a world filled with dark magic and quirky characters.
Fact: The film was originally intended to be titled 'The Medieval Dead' as a nod to its predecessor, 'Evil Dead II.' Bruce Campbell performed many of his own stunts, including the iconic fight scene with his own possessed hand.
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The Frighteners (1996)
Description: A dark comedy-horror film about a con artist who communicates with ghosts, blending supernatural elements with offbeat humor.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use digital compositing for its ghost effects. Peter Jackson directed it as a break from his earlier, more gruesome horror films.
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Shaun of the Dead (2004)
Description: A zombie comedy that balances genuine horror with witty, character-driven humor, focusing on an ordinary guy thrust into an extraordinary situation.
Fact: The film was shot in just seven weeks. Many of the zombie extras were fans who responded to an open casting call.
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The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
Description: A meta-horror film that deconstructs genre tropes while delivering both scares and laughs, featuring a mix of supernatural creatures and dark humor.
Fact: The film was shelved for nearly three years due to MGM's financial troubles. The script was co-written by Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard, who also directed.
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What We Do in the Shadows (2014)
Description: A mockumentary-style horror-comedy that explores the lives of eccentric supernatural beings, combining deadpan humor with gothic aesthetics.
Fact: The film was shot in just 19 days on a modest budget. Many of the vampire characters' names are references to real historical figures, such as Vladislav the Poker (inspired by Vlad the Impaler).
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