Are you ready to delve into the eerie world of hospices, where the veil between the living and the dead is paper-thin? This curated list of horror films set in hospices will take you on a chilling journey through haunted halls, ghostly apparitions, and the macabre atmosphere of end-of-life care. Whether you're a fan of psychological horror or enjoy a good jump scare, these films offer a unique blend of suspense, terror, and emotional depth, making them a must-watch for any horror aficionado.

The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: While not set in a hospice, the film's protagonist, Johnny Smith, wakes up from a coma in a hospital setting, which has a similar atmosphere to a hospice. His visions of death and the future add a chilling supernatural element.
Fact: The film was adapted from Stephen King's novel, and King himself makes a cameo appearance.


The Others (2001)
Description: While not exclusively set in a hospice, the film's gothic mansion setting and the theme of death and the afterlife resonate with the hospice theme. It explores the life of a woman who believes her house is haunted, only to uncover a chilling truth.
Fact: The film was shot in Spain, despite being set in the Channel Islands, to take advantage of the country's tax incentives.


The Skeleton Key (2005)
Description: Set in a hospice-like plantation home, this film follows a hospice nurse who discovers dark secrets and voodoo rituals. The setting and the themes of death and the supernatural make it a compelling addition to this list.
Fact: The film was shot in New Orleans, which adds an authentic Southern Gothic atmosphere to the story.


The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005)
Description: Although primarily an exorcism film, the setting where Emily Rose is treated has a hospice-like feel, with its focus on care for the terminally ill or those in need of spiritual healing.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the real-life case of Anneliese Michel, whose exorcism and subsequent death led to a legal trial.


The Orphanage (2007)
Description: While not a hospice, the orphanage setting provides a similar atmosphere of care for the vulnerable, with a haunting twist involving the spirits of children.
Fact: The film was Spain's official submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 80th Academy Awards.


The Haunting in Connecticut (2009)
Description: This film is based on a true story about a family who moves into a house that was once a funeral home, now converted into a hospice. The eerie setting provides a backdrop for supernatural occurrences that terrorize the family, making it a perfect fit for this list.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of the Snedeker family, who claimed to have encountered paranormal activity in their home.


The Ward (2010)
Description: Set in a psychiatric hospital, which shares themes with hospices, this film explores the supernatural elements haunting the patients, making it a fitting addition to this list.
Fact: The film marks John Carpenter's return to directing after a decade-long hiatus.


The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: While not set in a hospice, the film's setting in a morgue has a similar eerie, death-centric atmosphere. The story revolves around the mysterious body of a woman that unleashes supernatural horrors.
Fact: The film was praised for its minimalistic approach to horror, focusing on atmosphere and suspense rather than gore.


The Taking of Deborah Logan (2014)
Description: This found footage horror film centers on a documentary crew filming a woman with Alzheimer's in her home, which turns into a hospice-like setting as her condition deteriorates, revealing supernatural occurrences.
Fact: The film was praised for its realistic portrayal of Alzheimer's disease alongside its horror elements.


The Hospice (2014)
Description: This British horror film directly deals with a hospice where the staff and patients encounter paranormal activities. It's a straightforward entry into the hospice horror genre, focusing on the eerie atmosphere of the facility.
Fact: The film was shot in an actual former hospice, enhancing its authenticity.
