If you loved the gory, chaotic terror of 'Evil Dead Rise' (2023), you're in for a treat. This article curates 10 spine-chilling movies and shows that deliver the same relentless horror, demonic mayhem, and visceral thrills. Whether you crave more cursed books, possessed victims, or blood-soaked battles, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Exorcist (1973)
Description: A seminal horror film about demonic possession, featuring shocking imagery and a relentless sense of dread. The film's practical effects and intense performances set a high bar for the genre.
Fact: The infamous pea soup vomit scene used a mix of split pea soup and oatmeal. Several strange accidents occurred during filming, leading to rumors of a curse.


Evil Dead II (1987)
Description: A horror-comedy that blends gruesome gore with slapstick humor, featuring a protagonist battling demonic forces in an isolated cabin. The film is known for its over-the-top practical effects and frenetic energy.
Fact: The film was shot almost entirely on a soundstage to maintain complete control over the lighting and atmosphere. Bruce Campbell performed many of his own stunts, including the infamous spinning head sequence.


Army of Darkness (1992)
Description: Continues the mix of horror and comedy with a medieval twist, as the protagonist fights deadites in a fantastical setting. The film is packed with quotable one-liners and exaggerated action sequences.
Fact: The original script was much longer, but budget constraints forced significant cuts. The iconic 'boomstick' line was improvised by Bruce Campbell during filming.


The Hills Have Eyes (2006)
Description: A brutal survival horror film where a family is terrorized by mutated cannibals in a desolate desert. The film is known for its unflinching violence and tense atmosphere.
Fact: The remake was shot in Morocco to replicate the harsh desert environment. The mutants' makeup took up to six hours to apply each day.


Drag Me to Hell (2009)
Description: A supernatural horror film that combines intense scares with dark humor, focusing on a curse that brings relentless terror to its victim. The film features grotesque imagery and a relentless pace.
Fact: The film was originally rated R for its intense sequences of horror violence, but the director fought to keep it PG-13 to reach a wider audience. The goat in the séance scene was a real animal trained to stand on its hind legs.


The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
Description: A meta-horror film that deconstructs genre tropes while delivering genuine scares and gore. The story revolves around a group of friends facing off against supernatural forces in a remote location.
Fact: The film was shot in 2009 but delayed for release due to studio financial troubles. The script was written in just three days, with the writers locking themselves in a hotel room to finish it.


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: A supernatural horror film based on real-life paranormal investigators, featuring eerie atmospheres and jump scares. The film emphasizes practical effects and slow-building tension.
Fact: The real-life Warrens' occult museum provided many of the props used in the film. The clapboard used in the movie was the same one from the original 'Amityville Horror' film.


Sinister (2012)
Description: A psychological horror film about a true-crime writer uncovering a series of gruesome home movies. The film uses found footage elements and a pervasive sense of unease.
Fact: The super 8 films within the movie were shot on actual super 8 film to maintain authenticity. The soundtrack includes unsettling noises created by a band using unconventional instruments.


The Babadook (2014)
Description: A psychological horror film that explores grief and mental illness through the lens of a monstrous entity. The film balances eerie visuals with deep emotional resonance.
Fact: The Babadook's voice was created by slowing down the director's own voice. The pop-up book featured in the film was handmade by the director's husband.


Hereditary (2018)
Description: A slow-burning horror film that delves into family trauma and supernatural horror, featuring shocking twists and unsettling imagery. The film's tension builds to a terrifying climax.
Fact: The miniature models seen throughout the film were all created by the protagonist actress herself. The film's most shocking scene was shot in one take to maximize its impact.
