Top 10 Fantasy Films with Serial Killers

Description: After being murdered, rock musician Eric Draven is resurrected by a supernatural crow to avenge his and his fiancée's death. His quest for vengeance against the gang of killers blends elements of fantasy with a revenge thriller.

Fact: The film was tragically overshadowed by the death of its star, Brandon Lee, during production.

Description: Based on the pulp fiction character, this film features a crime-fighter with the ability to cloud men's minds. However, his past as a serial killer in Mongolia adds a dark layer to his character.

Fact: Alec Baldwin, who played the lead, was also a producer on the film.

Description: Michael J. Fox plays a con artist who can see ghosts, but his life takes a dark turn when he encounters a serial killer's spirit who continues his murderous spree from beyond the grave.

Fact: Peter Jackson, the director, used this film to experiment with special effects before working on "The Lord of the Rings."

Description: Johnny Depp stars as a rare book dealer who becomes entangled in a mystery involving a book that supposedly contains the secret to summoning the Devil. The film features a serial killer who is after the same book, blending thriller elements with supernatural fantasy.

Fact: The film was based on the novel "The Club Dumas" by Arturo Pérez-Reverte, but significantly altered for the screen.

Description: A psychologist enters the mind of a comatose serial killer to find the location of his latest victim. The film uses surreal, dream-like sequences to explore the killer's psyche, blending psychological horror with fantasy elements.

Fact: The film was noted for its groundbreaking visual effects, which were nominated for an Academy Award.

Description: A hospice nurse discovers that the house she's working in harbors dark secrets involving voodoo and a serial killer's past. The film intertwines elements of Southern Gothic with supernatural fantasy.

Fact: The film was shot in New Orleans, adding to its eerie atmosphere with authentic locations.

Description: In this Terry Gilliam's masterpiece, a traveling theater troupe encounters a mysterious figure who turns out to be a serial killer within the fantastical world of the Imaginarium. The film explores themes of imagination, choice, and the darker side of human nature.

Fact: After Heath Ledger's untimely death, his role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell, each playing different versions of his character in the Imaginarium.

Description: This meta-horror film features a group of friends who unwittingly become part of a ritual involving various monsters and a secret organization. The twist involves a serial killer-like entity among the supernatural threats.

Fact: The film was co-written by Joss Whedon, known for his work on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."

Description: This film follows a father-son duo of coroners who uncover supernatural secrets during the autopsy of an unidentified woman. The twist? She's not just any corpse; she's a vessel for an ancient evil that starts to wreak havoc.

Fact: The film was praised for its chilling atmosphere and was shot in a real morgue to add authenticity to the setting.

Description: Set in 1630s New England, this film explores the psychological and supernatural terror of a family who encounters a malevolent force after their newborn disappears. While not a traditional serial killer, the entity acts with murderous intent.

Fact: The film was shot in a manner to replicate the look of 17th-century paintings, giving it a unique visual style.