Are you a fan of detective stories where the clues are as cold as the bodies in the morgue? This curated list of ten detective films set in morgues will take you on a thrilling journey through the shadowy corridors where forensic science meets criminal investigation. From classic whodunits to modern forensic thrillers, these films offer a unique blend of suspense, mystery, and the macabre, providing an intriguing look at how the dead can help solve crimes. Whether you're a seasoned detective film aficionado or just looking for a spine-chilling experience, this collection promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: While not exclusively set in a morgue, the film features scenes where the protagonist, who has psychic abilities, uses his powers to solve crimes, including one involving a body in a morgue.
Fact: The film is based on Stephen King's novel, and Christopher Walken's performance as Johnny Smith is often praised.


The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: While not exclusively set in a morgue, the film features scenes where the protagonist, who has psychic abilities, uses his powers to solve crimes, including one involving a body in a morgue.
Fact: The film is based on Stephen King's novel, and Christopher Walken's performance as Johnny Smith is often praised.


Pathology (2008)
Description: A group of medical students engage in a deadly game of diagnosing and creating pathologies, with the morgue becoming a central stage for their twisted experiments.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life medical school pranks, though taken to an extreme.


Pathology (2008)
Description: A group of medical students engage in a deadly game of diagnosing and creating pathologies, with the morgue becoming a central stage for their twisted experiments.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life medical school pranks, though taken to an extreme.


The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: A father and son coroners uncover a series of supernatural events while performing an autopsy on an unidentified woman, revealing a chilling mystery that transcends the morgue's cold walls.
Fact: The film was shot in a real morgue in London, adding an eerie authenticity to the setting.


The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: A father and son coroners uncover a series of supernatural events while performing an autopsy on an unidentified woman, revealing a chilling mystery that transcends the morgue's cold walls.
Fact: The film was shot in a real morgue in London, adding an eerie authenticity to the setting.


The Morgue (2008)
Description: Two friends break into a morgue to retrieve a body, only to find themselves trapped with a malevolent force that turns their night into a horrifying ordeal.
Fact: The film was initially released straight-to-video, gaining a cult following for its unique setting and suspense.


The Morgue (2008)
Description: Two friends break into a morgue to retrieve a body, only to find themselves trapped with a malevolent force that turns their night into a horrifying ordeal.
Fact: The film was initially released straight-to-video, gaining a cult following for its unique setting and suspense.


The Autopsy (2002)
Description: A coroner discovers a series of bizarre and inexplicable events during an autopsy, leading him down a path of supernatural horror.
Fact: This film was one of the first to explore the idea of a haunted morgue, setting a trend for future horror movies.


The Morgue (2012)
Description: A group of friends seeking shelter in an abandoned morgue find themselves in a night of terror when they awaken the spirits of the dead.
Fact: The film was shot in a real abandoned morgue, enhancing the eerie atmosphere.
