Plastic surgery can be a transformative experience, but what happens when it goes horribly wrong? This curated list of horror films delves into the dark side of cosmetic enhancements, where beauty becomes a nightmare. From botched operations to supernatural consequences, these films explore the terrifying possibilities when vanity meets the macabre. Whether you're a fan of psychological horror or enjoy a good jump scare, these movies will leave you with a newfound appreciation for natural beauty.

Eyes Without a Face (1960)
Description: A French horror classic where a surgeon attempts to restore his daughter's disfigured face through a series of gruesome face transplants, exploring themes of beauty, identity, and the horror of vanity.
Fact: The film was banned in several countries due to its graphic content. It has since been recognized as a cult classic and influenced many horror films.


Dead Ringers (1988)
Description: This psychological thriller follows twin gynecologists whose obsession with each other and their patients leads to a descent into madness. Plastic surgery plays a pivotal role in their twisted experiments.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the real-life story of twin gynecologists Stewart and Cyril Marcus. Jeremy Irons plays both twins, showcasing his remarkable acting range.


The Haunting of Molly Hartley (2008)
Description: Molly undergoes a traumatic plastic surgery that leads to supernatural consequences, blending horror with psychological elements.
Fact: The film was initially planned as a direct-to-video release but was given a theatrical run due to positive test screenings.


The Skin I Live In (2011)
Description: A plastic surgeon creates a new skin to replace his wife's burn scars but uses it for a twisted revenge plot, exploring themes of identity, gender, and the ethics of cosmetic surgery.
Fact: Directed by Pedro Almodóvar, the film is based on the novel "Mygale" by Thierry Jonquet and features a complex narrative structure.


The Human Centipede (First Sequence) (2009)
Description: While not directly about plastic surgery, this film features a mad scientist who surgically connects people mouth-to-anus, creating a grotesque human centipede, highlighting the horror of medical experimentation gone awry.
Fact: The film was inspired by a joke about the worst movie premise ever conceived. It became a cult phenomenon despite its controversial content.


American Mary (2012)
Description: A medical student turns to underground body modification surgery to pay her bills, leading her into a dark world of extreme beauty standards and revenge.
Fact: The film was directed by the Soska sisters, who are known for their unique take on horror and body horror themes.


Faceless (1987)
Description: A doctor goes to extreme lengths to restore his disfigured daughter's beauty, including kidnapping and performing illegal surgeries, blending elements of horror and thriller.
Fact: The film stars Brigitte Lahaie, known for her roles in French horror and erotic films, adding to its cult status.


The Surgeon (1995)
Description: A serial killer targets plastic surgeons, using their own tools against them, in this thriller that delves into the psyche of both the hunter and the hunted.
Fact: The film stars Isabel Glasser, who also appeared in "Pure Country" with George Strait.


The Plastic Surgeon (2013)
Description: A plastic surgeon with a dark past uses his skills to manipulate and control his patients, leading to a series of horrifying events.
Fact: This low-budget film gained a cult following for its graphic depiction of surgery and its psychological horror elements.


The Operating Table (2017)
Description: A young woman wakes up after a cosmetic surgery to find herself in a nightmarish situation, where the line between reality and hallucination blurs.
Fact: The film was praised for its innovative use of practical effects to create unsettling surgical scenes.
