10 Horror Movies About Killer Cars

Description: While not strictly a "killer car," this Steven Spielberg TV movie features a relentless, unseen truck driver who terrorizes a businessman on a lonely stretch of highway. The truck itself becomes a character in this suspenseful chase.

Fact: The film was shot in just 13 days, and Spielberg used a variety of trucks to keep the audience guessing about the driver's identity.

Description: In a dystopian future, drivers score points by running over pedestrians in a cross-country race. While not strictly a "killer car" movie, the vehicles are central to the carnage and chaos.

Fact: The film was one of the first to explore the concept of a deadly race, influencing many future movies and games.

Description: A mysterious black Lincoln Continental Mark III terrorizes a small town, seemingly driven by an unseen force. This film is one of the earliest examples of a killer car movie, setting the stage for future entries in the genre.

Fact: The car was custom-built for the film, with a unique design that made it look both sleek and menacing. It was later used in other movies and TV shows.

Description: Based on Stephen King's novel, this film tells the story of a 1958 Plymouth Fury named Christine, which becomes possessed and begins to kill anyone who threatens its owner, Arnie Cunningham. It's a classic tale of automotive obsession turned deadly.

Fact: The car used in the film was actually a 1957 Plymouth Belvedere, modified to look like a 1958 Fury. Also, John Carpenter, the director, is a car enthusiast and personally chose the car for the film.

Description: Directed by Stephen King, this film features not just one but many killer vehicles, including trucks, cars, and even a steamroller, all coming to life due to a mysterious comet passing Earth.

Fact: This was the only film Stephen King directed, and he later admitted it was a "stinker." However, it has since gained a cult following.

Description: A mysterious black car, driven by a spectral figure, seeks revenge on a gang of street racers who killed him in a previous life. This film blends supernatural elements with car chases and revenge.

Fact: The car, known as "The Wraith," was a custom-built Dodge M4S, which was designed specifically for the film and became iconic in car culture.

Description: A man is haunted by the ghost of a race car driver who died in a crash, and the car itself becomes a deadly force, seeking revenge on those it believes responsible for the accident.

Fact: The film blends elements of supernatural horror with high-speed car chases, creating a unique mix of genres.

Description: A construction crew on a remote island encounters a bulldozer possessed by an alien force, turning it into a deadly weapon. This made-for-TV movie is a unique take on the killer vehicle theme.

Fact: The film was based on a short story by Theodore Sturgeon, and the bulldozer was operated by a stuntman who had to navigate the machine through various dangerous scenarios.

Description: Although not about a killer car per se, the film features a terrifying hitchhiker who uses cars and trucks as tools of terror, making it a fitting addition to this list.

Fact: The film was remade in 2007, but the original remains a cult classic for its intense atmosphere and psychological horror.

Description: A group of teenagers are terrorized by a rogue road train, a massive truck that seems to have a mind of its own, on an isolated stretch of Australian outback.

Fact: The film was shot in the remote Australian outback, adding to its eerie, isolated atmosphere.