Dive into Horror: 10 Scary Diving Movies

Description: While not strictly a horror film, James Cameron's epic includes elements of terror as a deep-sea drilling team encounters an alien presence. The film's underwater sequences are both awe-inspiring and terrifying.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use CGI for underwater scenes, setting a new standard for visual effects.

Description: A group of underwater researchers at a military base face a giant sea creature after accidentally awakening it. This film is often compared to "Leviathan" for its similar premise but offers a different take on underwater horror.

Fact: The film was one of several underwater horror movies released in the late '80s, capitalizing on the success of "Aliens."

Description: A deep-sea mining crew encounters a monstrous creature after discovering a wrecked Soviet ship. This film blends underwater horror with sci-fi elements, creating a tense atmosphere of isolation and fear.

Fact: The creature design was influenced by H.R. Giger's work on "Alien."

Description: Based on a true story, this film follows a couple who are accidentally left behind by their scuba diving group, left to fend for themselves in shark-infested waters. It's a raw, minimalist approach to horror, focusing on human vulnerability.

Fact: The film was shot with real sharks, adding to the authenticity of the terror experienced by the characters.

Description: A team of divers explores an underwater cave system in Romania, only to find themselves trapped with ancient, predatory creatures. This film mixes horror with adventure, creating a claustrophobic nightmare.

Fact: The film was shot in real caves, which added to the authenticity of the underwater scenes.

Description: A young couple explores an underwater house, only to discover it's haunted by the spirits of its former inhabitants. This film combines the claustrophobia of being underwater with supernatural horror, making it a unique entry in the genre.

Fact: The movie was filmed in a real submerged house in France, adding an extra layer of authenticity to the underwater scenes.

Description: After their boat capsizes, a group of friends must swim to shore, but they're not alone in the water. This Australian film captures the primal fear of being hunted by a shark in open water.

Fact: The film was inspired by the true story of Ray Boundy, who survived a shark attack.

Description: A professional diver, haunted by a tragic incident, is coaxed back into the water to face her fears and a great white shark. While not strictly horror, the film delves into psychological terror and the dangers of diving.

Fact: Halle Berry, who plays the lead, learned to scuba dive for her role.

Description: Two sisters go on a shark cage diving adventure that turns into a nightmare when their cage falls to the ocean floor, leaving them trapped with limited oxygen and surrounded by sharks. The film plays on the primal fear of being trapped underwater with predators.

Fact: The film was initially released with the title "In the Deep" before being renamed for its theatrical release.

Description: A surfer, played by Blake Lively, finds herself stranded on a rock 200 yards from shore with a great white shark circling her. While not strictly about diving, the film captures the terror of being isolated in the water with a deadly predator.

Fact: Blake Lively did most of her own stunts, including the scenes where she had to interact with the shark.