Top 10 Paranormal Biopics You Need to See

Description: While not a direct biopic, this iconic film was inspired by the exorcism of Roland Doe, a young boy in the 1940s, whose story was documented in the book "The Exorcist" by William Peter Blatty.

Fact: The film was nominated for 10 Academy Awards and won two. It's often cited as one of the scariest movies ever made.

Description: This classic horror film is based on the alleged paranormal experiences of the Lutz family in their new home, which was the site of a brutal murder. The film explores the haunting and the family's desperate escape.

Fact: The house in Amityville, New York, became infamous after the DeFeo family murders in

Description: This film is based on the real-life exorcism of Anneliese Michel, a German woman who underwent 67 exorcisms. The movie explores the legal battle following her death, blending courtroom drama with chilling supernatural elements.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Exorcism of Anneliese Michel" by Felicitas D. Goodman. The real-life events took place in the 1970s.

Description: Inspired by the true story of a haunted dybbuk box, this film follows a young girl who becomes possessed by a malevolent spirit after opening the box, leading her family to seek help from a rabbi.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of Kevin Mannis, who claimed to have purchased a haunted dybbuk box on eBay.

Description: This film recounts the Snedeker family's terrifying experiences in a house that was once a funeral home, where they encountered paranormal phenomena linked to the house's dark past.

Fact: The movie is based on the book "In a Dark Place: The Story of a True Haunting" by Ray Garton, which was commissioned by the Snedeker family to document their experiences.

Description: Based on the case files of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, this film recounts their investigation of the Perron family's haunting, which is said to be one of the most documented cases of paranormal activity.

Fact: The Warrens were real-life paranormal investigators, and the film is based on one of their most famous cases. The movie spawned a franchise with several sequels and spin-offs.

Description: While not a traditional biopic, this film uses the real-life tragic murder of actress Sharon Tate to explore the idea of premonitions and the supernatural, suggesting she might have had visions of her own death.

Fact: The film was met with controversy for its portrayal of real-life events, with some critics arguing it exploited the tragedy for horror elements.

Description: This film dramatizes the real-life Enfield Poltergeist case in England, where two sisters were reportedly terrorized by paranormal activity, which was investigated by the Society for Psychical Research.

Fact: The case was one of the most well-documented poltergeist cases in history, with audio recordings and photographs taken by investigators.

Description: Inspired by the true story of Doris Bither, who claimed to be attacked by an invisible entity, this film delves into the psychological and paranormal aspects of her ordeal, focusing on her struggle to be believed.

Fact: The film was based on the book "The Entity" by Frank De Felitta, which was inspired by Bither's real-life experiences. The movie's depiction of sexual assault by an unseen force was groundbreaking at the time.

Description: Based on the book by John Keel, this film explores the strange occurrences in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, where residents reported sightings of the Mothman and received ominous predictions of a disaster.

Fact: The film is based on real events leading up to the collapse of the Silver Bridge in 1967, which killed 46 people.