Imagine the daily grind of office life, but with a sinister twist. These films delve into the dark side of cubicles and corporate culture, where the horrors aren't just deadlines and office politics. Here's a curated list of 10 horror movies that explore the terrifying underbelly of the 9-to-5 world, perfect for those who find a thrill in the mundane turned macabre.

The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: Johnny Smith, a schoolteacher, wakes up from a coma with psychic abilities, which he uses to prevent disasters, including one involving a politician with a dark future. The film explores the ethical dilemmas of office life through a horror lens.
Fact: Directed by David Cronenberg, known for his body horror films, and based on a Stephen King novel.


The Company of Wolves (1984)
Description: While not strictly an office setting, this film uses the metaphor of a fairy tale to explore themes of innocence, temptation, and corporate-like manipulation in a surreal, horror-infused narrative.
Fact: The film was inspired by Angela Carter's short stories and features a dreamlike quality with its visual style.


The Temp (1993)
Description: A new temp worker at a food company starts to eliminate her competition, showing how cutthroat office politics can become when taken to the extreme.
Fact: The film stars Lara Flynn Boyle, who was known for her role in "Twin Peaks."


The Devil's Advocate (1997)
Description: A young lawyer joins a prestigious law firm, only to discover that his boss is the Devil, exploring themes of ambition, temptation, and the moral compromises of corporate life.
Fact: Al Pacino's portrayal of the Devil was critically acclaimed, and the film includes a memorable line, "Vanity, definitely my favorite sin."


Office Killer (1997)
Description: A meek copy editor at a magazine company, Dorine, starts killing her co-workers after being pushed to the brink by office politics and downsizing. This dark comedy-horror explores the psychological effects of corporate life.
Fact: The film was directed by Cindy Sherman, known for her work in photography, making this her only feature film.


Cube (1997)
Description: Although not strictly an office setting, this film features a group of strangers trapped in a series of deadly, interconnected cube-shaped rooms, which can be seen as a metaphor for the corporate world's labyrinthine bureaucracy and the dehumanization of workers.
Fact: The film was made with a very low budget, and many of the sets were constructed from recycled materials. It has since become a cult classic.


The Belko Experiment (2016)
Description: When 80 American employees are locked in their office building in Bogotá, Colombia, they are forced to participate in a deadly game where they must kill their co-workers to survive. This film takes the concept of office politics to a gruesome new level.
Fact: The film was directed by Greg McLean, known for his work in the horror genre with films like "Wolf Creek." The movie was inspired by a real-life incident where a company in Colombia was taken hostage.


The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
Description: While not an office setting, the film reveals a hidden corporate conspiracy behind the horror tropes, making it a meta-commentary on the genre itself and the corporate manipulation of horror narratives.
Fact: Joss Whedon co-wrote the script, and the film features a mix of horror and dark comedy, with many easter eggs for horror fans.


The Invitation (2015)
Description: A dinner party hosted by an ex-wife and her new husband turns into a psychological horror as the guests begin to suspect something sinister is afoot, reflecting the tension and paranoia that can exist in office environments.
Fact: The film was shot in one location, a house in Los Angeles, to create an intense, claustrophobic atmosphere.


Severance (2006)
Description: A team-building retreat for a weapons manufacturing company turns into a nightmare when they are hunted by killers. The film satirizes corporate culture while delivering genuine horror.
Fact: The film was shot in Hungary, and many of the actors were British, giving it a unique blend of humor and horror.
