Top 10 Horror Movies Set in Discos

Description: A classic B-movie where radioactive waste turns a beach party into a nightmare. The film includes a memorable dance scene that sets the tone for the ensuing horror.

Fact: It's one of the earliest examples of a "beach party" horror film, blending surf culture with monster movie tropes.

Description: While not a horror film, its iconic dance scenes and the dark undertones of Tony Manero's life make it a fitting entry. The film's atmosphere captures the tension and potential for horror in the disco scene.

Fact: The Bee Gees' soundtrack became synonymous with disco, and the film's dance sequences were choreographed by Deney Terrio, who also appeared in the movie.

Description: Although set during prom, the disco dance sequences and the eerie atmosphere make it a perfect fit for this list. A masked killer seeks revenge at a high school prom.

Fact: The film was a box office success, spawning several sequels, and Jamie Lee Curtis stars as the final girl.

Description: While not strictly a disco horror, the film includes a key scene at a disco where Johnny Smith has a vision of a future catastrophe, adding a chilling element to the dance floor.

Fact: Directed by David Cronenberg and based on Stephen King's novel, it features Christopher Walken in a standout performance.

Description: A psychological thriller set in a nightclub where a woman must confront her past. The film uses the disco setting to heighten the tension and suspense.

Fact: Sharon Stone stars in this film, which was not widely released but has gained a cult following.

Description: A dinner party turns into a psychological horror as old friends gather at a house with a dark history. The film's tension is heightened by the eerie atmosphere reminiscent of a disco's unsettling vibe.

Fact: The film was praised for its slow-burn suspense and twist ending.

Description: This slasher film features a summer camp setting, but the disco scene at the beginning sets the stage for the horror to come, with a killer targeting camp counselors.

Fact: The film was produced by Harvey Weinstein, and it features early roles for Jason Alexander and Holly Hunter.

Description: A group of teens hold a party in an abandoned funeral parlor, which turns into a night of terror. The film includes a memorable dance scene that sets the stage for the horror.

Fact: The film has become a cult classic, spawning several sequels and a remake.

Description: This modern horror series features a massage therapist who turns to cannibalism after being released from prison. The disco setting adds a layer of dark humor and horror.

Fact: It's based on a podcast of the same name and stars Justina Machado.

Description: While not set in a traditional disco, the film's nightclub scenes and the fashion world's dark underbelly provide a modern take on the horror of nightlife.

Fact: Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, it features a visually stunning aesthetic and a haunting score by Cliff Martinez.