Mirrors have long been a staple in horror cinema, serving as portals to other dimensions, reflections of our deepest fears, or simply as tools for the supernatural to manifest. This curated list of 10 horror movies about mirrors offers a spine-tingling journey through the looking glass, where the line between reality and the unknown blurs. Whether you're a seasoned horror enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, these films promise to deliver a unique blend of suspense, terror, and the eerie fascination with what lies beyond the mirror's surface.

The Mirror Crack'd (1980)
Description: While not a traditional horror film, this Agatha Christie adaptation involves a murder mystery where a mirror plays a crucial role in the unfolding events.
Fact: The film stars Angela Lansbury as Miss Marple, marking one of her early appearances as the famous detective.


The Haunting in Connecticut (2009)
Description: While not exclusively about mirrors, the film features a haunted mirror that plays a significant role in the paranormal events experienced by a family.
Fact: The movie is loosely based on the real-life Snedeker family's claims of paranormal activity in their home.


The Apparition (2012)
Description: A couple is haunted by a supernatural entity that they inadvertently created during a college experiment, with mirrors playing a key role in its manifestation.
Fact: The film was directed by Todd Lincoln, who also wrote the screenplay.


The Woman in Black (2012)
Description: Although primarily about a haunted house, the film includes scenes where mirrors are used to enhance the eerie atmosphere and supernatural occurrences.
Fact: The film is based on Susan Hill's 1983 novel of the same name and was a major success, leading to a sequel.


Oculus (2013)
Description: A brother and sister attempt to prove that an antique mirror was responsible for their parents' deaths, only to find themselves trapped in its malevolent influence.
Fact: The film uses a unique narrative structure, blending past and present to show the mirror's effect over time. It was written and directed by Mike Flanagan, who later became known for "The Haunting of Hill House."


The Unborn (2009)
Description: A young woman is haunted by a dybbuk, a malevolent spirit, which uses mirrors to communicate and terrorize her.
Fact: The film was produced by Michael Bay's Platinum Dunes, known for their horror remakes.


The Pact (2012)
Description: A woman investigates her sister's disappearance, uncovering a dark secret involving a haunted mirror in their childhood home.
Fact: The film was written and directed by Nicholas McCarthy, who also directed "At the Devil's Door."


The Mirror (2014)
Description: A young girl moves into a new house where she discovers a haunted mirror that reflects her deepest fears and desires, leading to a series of terrifying events.
Fact: This film is an adaptation of a short story by Russian author Nikolai Gogol, "The Portrait."


Mirrors (2008)
Description: A security guard at a department store discovers that the mirrors in the building are haunted by malevolent spirits, reflecting his own darkest fears and those of others.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 2003 South Korean horror film "Into the Mirror." It was directed by Alexandre Aja, known for his work on "High Tension."


The Broken (2008)
Description: After witnessing a car crash, a woman starts to see her doppelgänger in mirrors, leading her into a nightmarish journey of identity and reality.
Fact: The film was directed by Sean Ellis, who also directed the critically acclaimed "Anthropoid."
