10 Horror Films Set in Polar Night

Description: John Carpenter's classic horror film about an alien life form that assimilates other organisms, set in the Antarctic during the polar night. The isolation and paranoia among the crew members heighten the suspense.

Fact: The film's special effects, particularly the creature designs, were groundbreaking at the time and have since become iconic in horror cinema.

Description: While primarily a disaster film, the polar night setting in parts of the movie adds to the apocalyptic atmosphere as the world faces a new ice age.

Fact: The film's depiction of weather phenomena was inspired by real climate change theories.

Description: A U.S. Marshal investigates a murder in Antarctica during the polar night, where visibility is low and danger lurks in the shadows. The setting adds to the tension and isolation of the characters.

Fact: The film was based on the graphic novel of the same name by Greg Rucka and Steve Lieber.

Description: In this film, a remote Alaskan town is plunged into darkness for a month, becoming the perfect hunting ground for a group of vampires. The polar night setting amplifies the isolation and terror as the townspeople fight for survival.

Fact: The film is based on a comic book series by Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith. It was shot in New Zealand to simulate the Alaskan setting.

Description: Set in the Arctic, this film blends psychological horror with environmental themes. As an oil company drills in the Arctic, strange occurrences begin, possibly due to the polar night's influence on the crew's sanity.

Fact: The film was shot in Alaska, utilizing the real polar night conditions to enhance its eerie atmosphere.

Description: A lighthouse keeper on a remote island during the polar night faces nightly attacks from amphibious creatures. The film uses the setting to explore themes of isolation and survival.

Fact: The movie is based on the novel by Albert Sánchez Piñol and was shot in Spain and the Canary Islands.

Description: After a plane crash in the Alaskan wilderness, survivors face the harsh environment, including the polar night, and a pack of wolves. The setting adds to the survival horror aspect.

Fact: The film was shot in British Columbia, Canada, to simulate the Alaskan wilderness.

Description: While not strictly a horror film, this movie uses the polar night to explore themes of isolation and fear of the unknown. A young woman with a rare illness that makes her allergic to sunlight finds love during the brief period of the midnight sun.

Fact: The film was inspired by true events and focuses more on drama and romance, but the setting adds a unique twist.

Description: Although not set in the polar night, this film's Moscow setting during a mysterious alien invasion creates a similar atmosphere of darkness and fear. The lack of light and the unknown enemy contribute to the horror.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a found-footage movie but was changed during production.

Description: This TV series, set during the polar night, follows the ill-fated Franklin Expedition, where crew members encounter supernatural horrors in the Arctic. The darkness and isolation amplify the terror.

Fact: The series is based on Dan Simmons' novel of the same name and received critical acclaim for its historical accuracy and chilling atmosphere.