If you loved the wild, gory, and darkly comedic ride of Night of Something Strange (2016), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similarly outrageous horror-comedy films and shows that deliver the same mix of grotesque humor, over-the-top violence, and infectious energy. Whether you're a fan of body horror, absurd premises, or just crave something bizarrely entertaining, these picks will satisfy your twisted cravings.
Basket Case (1982)
Description: A bizarre and grotesque tale of a deformed, telepathic sibling kept in a basket, featuring extreme practical effects and a darkly humorous tone.
Fact: The film was shot on a budget of just $35,000 and became a cult classic for its outrageous premise and effects.
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The Stuff (1985)
Description: A satirical horror film about a mysterious, addictive substance that turns consumers into monstrous creatures, blending body horror with social commentary.
Fact: The titular 'Stuff' was made from a mixture of yogurt, cottage cheese, and food coloring, which actors had to eat repeatedly during filming.
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Bad Taste (1987)
Description: A low-budget splatterfest with absurd humor and extreme gore, revolving around aliens harvesting humans for fast food.
Fact: Peter Jackson directed, starred in, and even did the special effects for this film, which was shot on weekends over four years.
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Dead Heat (1988)
Description: A buddy-cop horror-comedy with zombies, over-the-top action, and grotesque reanimated corpses, blending humor with gruesome visuals.
Fact: The film features a scene where a butcher shop's meat comes to life and attacks the protagonists, a standout moment in practical effects.
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Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988)
Description: A campy horror-comedy with outrageous alien clowns using absurd weapons to terrorize a small town, blending humor with creative creature designs.
Fact: The film's iconic clown costumes were designed by the Chiodo Brothers, who also worked on 'Critters' and 'Team America: World Police.'
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Slither (2006)
Description: A horror-comedy that blends grotesque body horror with dark humor, featuring an alien parasite that transforms its victims into grotesque creatures.
Fact: The film was heavily inspired by 1980s creature features and pays homage to classics like 'The Blob' and 'Night of the Creeps.'
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Dead Snow (2009)
Description: A brutal and comedic zombie film featuring Nazi zombies terrorizing a group of friends, with extreme gore and dark humor.
Fact: The film's zombies were inspired by real-life Norwegian history, specifically the Nazi occupation during WWII.
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Zombeavers (2014)
Description: A ridiculous and gory horror-comedy about zombie beavers attacking a group of friends, filled with absurd humor and creative creature designs.
Fact: The beaver puppets were controlled by puppeteers who also voiced the creatures, adding to the film's chaotic charm.
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The Greasy Strangler (2016)
Description: A surreal and grotesque horror-comedy with bizarre characters, absurd violence, and a greasy, slimy aesthetic that revels in its own weirdness.
Fact: The film's dialogue and visuals were heavily improvised, contributing to its off-kilter, unpredictable tone.
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Street Trash (1987)
Description: A grimy, over-the-top horror film with a focus on grotesque practical effects and darkly comedic violence, often involving melting bodies and chaotic mayhem.
Fact: The movie was shot on a shoestring budget and features some of the most extreme melting effects in horror cinema.
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