If you're a fan of the chilling horror-thriller The Midnight Man (2016), you're likely craving more eerie tales that blend supernatural terror with psychological suspense. This article curates 10 movies and shows that capture the same haunting atmosphere, twisted games, and dark folklore, ensuring you stay on the edge of your seat long after the credits roll.

The Others (2001)
Description: A gothic horror film with a twist ending, focusing on a family living in a secluded house with mysterious occurrences.
Fact: The Others was one of the highest-grossing Spanish films at the time of its release, despite being in English.


The Ring (2002)
Description: A supernatural horror film that popularized the concept of a cursed videotape, with a focus on eerie visuals and a relentless antagonist.
Fact: The Ring is a remake of the Japanese film Ringu, which was based on a novel by Koji Suzuki.


The Grudge (2004)
Description: A horror film that follows a curse born from a violent death, with non-linear storytelling and a pervasive sense of dread.
Fact: The Grudge was the first American film to be directed by Takashi Shimizu, who also directed the original Japanese version.


Paranormal Activity (2007)
Description: A found-footage horror film that uses minimalistic techniques to create tension, focusing on a couple haunted by a supernatural presence.
Fact: Paranormal Activity was made on a budget of just $15,000 and went on to become one of the most profitable films ever made.


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: A supernatural horror film based on real-life paranormal investigators, featuring haunted houses and demonic possessions.
Fact: The Conjuring is part of a larger cinematic universe that includes spin-offs like Annabelle and The Nun.


Sinister (2012)
Description: A horror film that combines found footage with traditional storytelling, focusing on a writer who discovers terrifying home movies.
Fact: Sinister's soundtrack includes unsettling noises and music that were specifically designed to induce fear in the audience.


The Babadook (2014)
Description: A psychological horror film that delves into themes of grief and mental illness, using supernatural elements as a metaphor for personal demons.
Fact: The Babadook was initially rejected by several film festivals before gaining critical acclaim and becoming a cult classic.


Oculus (2013)
Description: A psychological horror film that blurs the line between reality and illusion, centered around a haunted mirror with a dark history.
Fact: Oculus was based on a short film of the same name, which was also directed by Mike Flanagan.


The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: A mystery horror film that unfolds in a confined setting, with a gradual reveal of supernatural elements and a chilling atmosphere.
Fact: The film was shot in just 18 days, with most of the action taking place in a single room.


Hereditary (2018)
Description: A slow-burning horror film that explores family trauma and inherited curses, with a focus on psychological terror and unsettling imagery.
Fact: Hereditary features one of the most shocking and talked-about scenes in modern horror, involving a car accident.
