Top 10 Horror Films About Haunted Mansions

Description: Millionaire Frederick Loren hosts a party in a haunted mansion, offering $10,000 to anyone who can survive the night. The mansion's ghostly inhabitants make for a night of terror and suspense.

Fact: The film was remade in 1999 with a more modern horror approach. Vincent Price's performance is often cited as one of his best.

Description: This film, based on Shirley Jackson's novel "The Haunting of Hill House," explores the psychological terror of a group of people investigating a reputedly haunted mansion. Its atmospheric tension and minimal special effects make it a classic in the genre.

Fact: The film was shot in black and white to enhance its eerie atmosphere. It was also remade in 1999 with a more modern approach.

Description: A team of investigators, including a physicist, a medium, and a mentalist, enter the notorious Belasco House to prove or disprove the existence of life after death. The mansion's dark energy tests their sanity and survival.

Fact: The film was based on Richard Matheson's novel "Hell House." It was one of the first films to explore the concept of a "haunted house" with a scientific approach.

Description: Based on a true story, this film tells the tale of the Lutz family who move into a house where a mass murder occurred. The mansion's malevolent spirit terrorizes the family, leading to one of the most famous haunted house stories in cinema.

Fact: The film's iconic "red eyes" in the windows were created using red lights in the house's windows. The movie spawned numerous sequels and remakes.

Description: Set in a secluded mansion on the Isle of Jersey, this film follows Grace Stewart, whose children suffer from a rare photosensitivity disorder. The mansion's dark secrets and ghostly presences create an unsettling atmosphere of suspense and horror.

Fact: Nicole Kidman's performance earned her a Golden Globe nomination. The film was shot in Spain, despite its English setting.

Description: A family moves into a house that was once a funeral home, only to discover it's haunted by malevolent spirits. The mansion's dark past and the family's struggle to survive make for a gripping tale.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events, though many details were changed for cinematic effect. The house used for filming was actually built for the movie.

Description: Arthur Kipps, a young lawyer, is sent to a remote village to settle the affairs of a deceased client. The mansion he stays in is haunted by the vengeful spirit of a woman in black, leading to chilling encounters.

Fact: The film is based on Susan Hill's novel and was adapted into a successful stage play before being made into a movie. It features a rare appearance by Daniel Radcliffe in a non-Harry Potter role.

Description: Edith Cushing moves into Allerdale Hall, a decaying mansion with a dark history. The mansion itself seems to come alive with ghostly apparitions, revealing the secrets of its past.

Fact: Directed by Guillermo del Toro, the film was praised for its gothic aesthetic and intricate set design. The mansion was built entirely on a soundstage.

Description: This Netflix series, while not a film, deserves mention for its modern take on Shirley Jackson's novel. It explores the Crain family's haunting experiences in Hill House, blending psychological horror with supernatural elements.

Fact: The series was critically acclaimed for its storytelling and emotional depth. It was renewed for a second season titled "The Haunting of Bly Manor," based on another classic ghost story.

Description: This adaptation of Henry James' "The Turn of the Screw" follows a governess who believes the children in her care are being haunted by the spirits of former employees. The mansion's oppressive atmosphere amplifies the psychological horror.

Fact: The film was shot in black and white to capture the eerie mood of the story. It's often cited as one of the best ghost stories ever filmed.