10 Sci-Fi Films Featuring Haunted Houses

Description: This classic film explores the psychological horror of a haunted mansion, but with a twist of scientific investigation into the paranormal.

Fact: The film was based on Shirley Jackson's novel "The Haunting of Hill House," and its eerie atmosphere was achieved without the use of special effects.

Description: While not strictly sci-fi, Poltergeist features a haunted house with supernatural occurrences that could be interpreted as a result of experimental technology or otherworldly forces.

Fact: The film was co-written by Steven Spielberg, who was inspired by his own childhood fears of paranormal activity.

Description: Michael J. Fox stars as a psychic who communicates with ghosts in a haunted house, with a sci-fi twist involving a malevolent spirit with a dark secret.

Fact: Directed by Peter Jackson, this film was a precursor to his work on "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy.

Description: This film delves into the supernatural with a twist ending that blends elements of time manipulation and ghostly presence in a secluded mansion.

Fact: The film was shot entirely in Spain, despite being set in the Channel Islands.

Description: Set in a Louisiana plantation house, this film explores voodoo and supernatural elements with a modern twist on the haunted house genre.

Fact: The film's ending was kept secret from the actors until the last day of shooting to capture genuine reactions.

Description: This film, based on a true story, combines elements of a haunted house with a family's struggle against supernatural forces, hinting at scientific explanations for the hauntings.

Fact: The film was inspired by the Snedeker family's experiences, which were later debunked as a hoax.

Description: While primarily a horror film, Insidious introduces astral projection and alternate dimensions, giving it a sci-fi edge in a haunted house setting.

Fact: The film was produced by Jason Blum of Blumhouse Productions, known for low-budget horror hits.

Description: Set in post-World War I England, this film features a skeptical ghost hunter investigating a haunted boarding school, with elements of time travel and the supernatural.

Fact: The film's ending was changed during post-production to provide a more ambiguous and haunting conclusion.

Description: Directed by Guillermo del Toro, this film blends gothic romance with supernatural elements in a decaying mansion, with a touch of scientific curiosity about the afterlife.

Fact: The mansion in the film was built entirely on a soundstage, showcasing del Toro's attention to detail in set design.

Description: This film explores themes of time, memory, and the afterlife, with a ghost haunting a house in a very personal and introspective way.

Fact: The film was shot in just 12 days, and the ghost's costume was inspired by the classic "Casper the Friendly Ghost."