Cycling, often seen as a healthy and peaceful activity, takes a dark turn in these horror films. From haunted bicycles to cyclists encountering supernatural forces, this curated list offers a unique blend of thrills and chills for those who dare to ride into the unknown. Whether you're a cycling enthusiast or a horror aficionado, these films promise to deliver a spine-tingling experience that will make you reconsider your next bike ride.
The Wicker Man (1973)
Description: Although not directly about cycling, the film includes a scene where the protagonist, a police sergeant, is forced to ride a bike through a village, leading to his eventual doom.
Fact: The film was initially a commercial failure but has since gained a cult following and is now considered a classic of British horror cinema.
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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)
Description: Although not about cycling, the film includes a scene where a character tries to escape on a bike, only to be caught by Leatherface, adding to the film's relentless tension.
Fact: The film was shot in just 36 days on a budget of $140,000, making it one of the most profitable independent films of all time.
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The Hills Have Eyes (1977)
Description: While not primarily about cycling, the film includes a memorable scene where a character tries to escape on a bike, only to be hunted down by cannibalistic mutants.
Fact: Wes Craven, the director, was inspired by the legend of Sawney Bean, a 16th-century Scottish cannibal.
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The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: A teacher, after waking from a coma, uses his newfound psychic abilities to prevent disasters, including one involving a cyclist in a pivotal scene.
Fact: The film was directed by David Cronenberg, known for his unique take on horror and science fiction.
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The Descent (2005)
Description: This film features a group of women on a caving trip, but one character uses a bike to reach the cave entrance, setting the stage for the horror that unfolds underground.
Fact: The film was shot in a real cave system in the UK, adding to its claustrophobic atmosphere.
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The Road (2009)
Description: In this post-apocalyptic tale, a father and son travel by bicycle through a desolate landscape, facing the horrors of a world where humanity has turned savage.
Fact: The film was adapted from Cormac McCarthy's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name.
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The Witch (2015)
Description: While not directly about cycling, the film's eerie atmosphere and the use of a bike in one of the promotional materials make it a fitting addition to this list.
Fact: The film was praised for its historical accuracy in depicting 17th-century New England life.
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The Burning (1981)
Description: This slasher film features a scene where a group of camp counselors are chased through the woods on bikes by the vengeful Cropsy, adding a thrilling chase element to the horror.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use a "fake documentary" style in its opening, which was later popularized by "The Blair Witch Project."
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The Hitcher (1986)
Description: A young man on a cross-country bike trip picks up a hitchhiker who turns out to be a psychopath, leading to a terrifying game of cat and mouse.
Fact: The film was remade in 2007 with Sean Bean in the role of the hitcher.
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The Bicycle Thief (1948)
Description: While not a traditional horror film, the desperation and fear of losing one's livelihood through the theft of a bicycle creates a palpable sense of dread, fitting into our theme of cycling-related horror.
Fact: The film won an Academy Honorary Award in 1949 and is often cited as one of the greatest films ever made.
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