Top 10 Horror Films About Sunken Ships

Description: This film involves treasure hunting in the Caribbean, but the discovery of a sunken ship leads to encounters with dangerous sea creatures and human adversaries. While not strictly horror, the underwater scenes and the lurking dangers qualify it for this list.

Fact: The film was based on Peter Benchley's novel, who also wrote "Jaws."

Description: Directed by John Carpenter, this film tells the tale of a small coastal town haunted by the vengeful spirits of a ship's crew that perished in a shipwreck. The fog that rolls in with the ghosts adds an atmospheric layer of terror.

Fact: The film was remade in 2005, but the original remains a classic for its eerie atmosphere and Carpenter's signature style.

Description: While not about a sunken ship, this film involves a couple on a yacht who pick up a seemingly stranded man from a drifting vessel, only to find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse. The isolation of the sea adds to the suspense.

Fact: The film was shot entirely on water, with the actors and crew living on the yacht for the duration of the shoot.

Description: While not strictly about a sunken ship, this film involves a deep-sea military base that encounters an ancient sea creature awakened by their underwater drilling. The claustrophobic setting and the terror of being trapped underwater make it a fitting addition to this list.

Fact: The film was one of several underwater-themed horror movies released in the late '80s, alongside "The Abyss" and "Leviathan."

Description: A mining crew working on the ocean floor discovers a sunken Russian ship, unleashing a genetic experiment gone wrong. The creature that emerges is part of the horror that unfolds in the deep sea.

Fact: The film shares similarities with "The Abyss" and "DeepStar Six," all released around the same time, leading to comparisons among fans of underwater horror.

Description: Although primarily about man-eating lions, the film includes scenes where the characters are on a ship, dealing with the aftermath of a shipwreck. The eerie atmosphere and the supernatural elements make it a fitting addition.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters, but the shipwreck scenes add a layer of horror to the narrative.

Description: This film follows a salvage crew that discovers a long-lost Italian luxury liner in the Bering Sea. What starts as a treasure hunt quickly turns into a nightmare as they encounter the ghostly crew of the ship, revealing a dark and tragic history.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of the SS Valencia, a passenger steamer that sank off the Canadian coast in

Description: Although not directly about a sunken ship, "Triangle" involves a yacht that gets caught in a mysterious time loop, leading to a series of eerie and deadly events. The film's psychological horror elements and the ocean setting make it a unique entry.

Fact: The film's ending has been the subject of much debate and analysis, with multiple interpretations of the time loop's nature.

Description: Part of the "Blind Dead" series, this Spanish horror film tells the story of a group of people who encounter a ghostly galleon crewed by undead Templars. Their presence on the ship leads to a series of horrifying events.

Fact: The film was shot in Spain, and the galleon used in the movie was a real ship, the "El Galeón," which was later used in other films and TV shows.

Description: Set during World War II, this film follows a submarine crew that picks up survivors from a British hospital ship, only to find themselves haunted by the ghosts of those who died on the ship. The claustrophobic setting amplifies the horror.

Fact: The film was directed by David Twohy, who also directed "The Arrival" and "Pitch Black."