If you loved the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of 'HIM' (2016), this article is for you. We've curated a list of 10 movies and shows that share similar themes of psychological horror, supernatural elements, and gripping suspense. Whether you're a fan of slow-burn terror or mind-bending narratives, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Others (2001)
Description: A gothic horror film with a slow-building mystery, atmospheric tension, and a shocking twist that recontextualizes the entire story.
Fact: The film was shot almost entirely on location in a real 19th-century mansion in Spain. Nicole Kidman's character was written specifically for her.


The Ring (2002)
Description: A psychological horror film about a cursed videotape that brings death to anyone who watches it, featuring eerie imagery and a pervasive sense of dread.
Fact: The famous well scene was filmed in a real abandoned well in Japan. The actress who played Samara spent 10 days in the well during filming.


The Grudge (2004)
Description: A supernatural horror film about a curse that lingers in a specific location, featuring non-linear storytelling and terrifying ghostly apparitions.
Fact: The creepy croaking sound made by Kayako was created by recording the director's own voice and slowing it down. The film is based on Japanese folklore about onryō, vengeful spirits.


The Descent (2005)
Description: A claustrophobic horror film that combines psychological terror with physical danger, as a group of women encounter terrifying creatures in an unexplored cave system.
Fact: The cave sets were built to be intentionally narrow to enhance the actors' claustrophobia. The original UK ending was much darker than the US release.


The Orphanage (2007)
Description: A Spanish horror film that blends ghost story elements with deep emotional themes of motherhood and loss, creating a haunting and melancholic atmosphere.
Fact: Director J.A. Bayona made his feature film debut with this movie. The film's creepy children's game 'Uno, dos, tres, toca la pared' became iconic in horror circles.


Paranormal Activity (2007)
Description: A found-footage horror film that uses minimalistic techniques to create maximum tension, focusing on a couple haunted by an unseen presence in their home.
Fact: The entire film was shot in the director's own house for just $15,


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: A supernatural horror film based on real-life paranormal investigators, featuring haunted houses, demonic possession, and intense psychological terror.
Fact: The film is based on the case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren. The real-life Perron family, whose story inspired the film, reported strange occurrences during filming.


Sinister (2012)
Description: A horror film that combines found footage elements with traditional storytelling, focusing on a writer investigating gruesome murders and uncovering a supernatural entity.
Fact: The creepy home movie footage was inspired by real snuff film rumors. The film's antagonist, Bughuul, was based on Mesopotamian mythology.


The Babadook (2014)
Description: A psychological horror film that delves into themes of grief, motherhood, and mental illness, using supernatural elements as metaphors for deeper emotional struggles.
Fact: The film was shot in just 28 days and was inspired by a short film the director made in 200The Babadook book featured in the movie was handcrafted by the director and production designer.


Hereditary (2018)
Description: A slow-burning horror film that explores family trauma, grief, and inherited mental illness, with a focus on psychological terror and unsettling atmosphere.
Fact: The miniature models seen throughout the film were all created by the protagonist actress herself. The film's most shocking scene was kept secret from the actors until the day of filming to capture genuine reactions.
