If you're a fan of the chilling horror franchise 'Jeepers Creepers 3' (2017), you're likely craving more terrifying tales of supernatural dread. This article explores 10 movies and shows that capture the same eerie atmosphere, relentless suspense, and monstrous thrills. Whether you love the Creeper's gruesome hunts or the survival horror elements, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Hills Have Eyes (1977)
Description: A horror film featuring a family terrorized by a group of cannibalistic mutants in a desolate desert setting, emphasizing survival and grotesque violence.
Fact: The film was inspired by the legend of Sawney Bean, a Scottish cannibal. It was shot in the Mojave Desert, adding to its harsh, unforgiving atmosphere.


Joy Ride (2001)
Description: A road thriller where a group of friends is stalked by a psychotic trucker, focusing on tension and survival on the open road.
Fact: The film was originally titled 'Roadkill.' The trucker's voice was provided by a well-known radio personality to add authenticity.


Wrong Turn (2003)
Description: A group of friends stranded in the wilderness are hunted by inbred cannibals, focusing on brutal chase sequences and grotesque antagonists.
Fact: The film's antagonists were inspired by real-life reports of inbred families living in remote areas. It spawned a franchise with multiple sequels.


House of Wax (2005)
Description: A slasher film where a group of friends is hunted by a deranged killer who preserves his victims in wax, blending gore with psychological terror.
Fact: The film features one of the first major roles for Paris Hilton. The iconic wax house set was built from scratch and later burned down for the climax.


Wolf Creek (2005)
Description: A gritty horror film based on true events, where backpackers are hunted by a sadistic killer in the Australian outback, emphasizing realism and brutality.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life murders of backpackers in Australia. The antagonist, Mick Taylor, became an iconic horror villain.


The Descent (2005)
Description: A claustrophobic horror film about a group of women trapped in a cave system, hunted by monstrous creatures, emphasizing survival and visceral fear.
Fact: The film was shot in a real cave system in the UK, adding to its authenticity. The creatures were designed to be blind, relying on sound to hunt.


The Crazies (2010)
Description: A small town is overrun by infected residents who turn violently insane, focusing on chaos and paranoia in a confined setting.
Fact: The film is a remake of a 1973 George A. Romero film. The infected were portrayed with a mix of practical effects and subtle CGI to enhance realism.


The Hitcher (2007)
Description: A remake of the 1986 film, it follows a couple terrorized by a mysterious hitchhiker, blending road thriller elements with psychological horror.
Fact: The film was shot in New Mexico, using the vast, empty highways to enhance the isolation. The original film's director, Robert Harmon, served as a producer.


The Collector (2009)
Description: A home invasion thriller with a sadistic killer who sets deadly traps, blending horror with intense, cat-and-mouse suspense.
Fact: The film was originally conceived as a prequel to the Saw franchise. The killer's mask was designed to be both terrifying and functional for the actor.


The Ruins (2008)
Description: A group of tourists encounters a deadly, sentient plant in an ancient ruin, blending body horror with psychological dread.
Fact: The film is based on a novel by Scott Smith, who also wrote the screenplay. The vines in the film were designed to move unnaturally to heighten the horror.
