If you loved the dark, supernatural thriller 'Fire City: End of Days' (2015), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 gripping movies and shows that share its eerie atmosphere, demonic intrigue, and gritty storytelling. Whether you're craving more urban fantasy or occult mysteries, these picks will keep you hooked.

Nightbreed (1990)
Description: A dark fantasy horror film about a hidden society of monsters, blending grotesque visuals with themes of persecution and hidden worlds.
Fact: Clive Barker both wrote and directed the film, adapting his own novella 'Cabal.' The movie's creature designs were heavily influenced by Barker's background as a horror writer and artist.


The Crow (1994)
Description: A dark, supernatural revenge story set in a gritty urban environment, blending elements of horror and neo-noir with a tragic, otherworldly protagonist.
Fact: Brandon Lee, the lead actor, tragically died during filming due to a prop gun accident. The movie's visual style was heavily influenced by comic books and gothic aesthetics.


Dark City (1998)
Description: A neo-noir science fiction film with a surreal, nightmarish atmosphere, exploring themes of identity, memory, and hidden supernatural forces.
Fact: The entire film was shot on sets with no natural sunlight to maintain its eerie, otherworldly tone. The cityscape was inspired by German Expressionist films like 'Metropolis.'


The Devil's Advocate (1997)
Description: A psychological horror-thriller exploring themes of temptation, corruption, and the supernatural, with a sinister, otherworldly antagonist.
Fact: Al Pacino's performance as John Milton was largely improvised, including the famous 'Vanity' speech. The film's ending was reshot after test audiences found the original too bleak.


The Ninth Gate (1999)
Description: A mysterious, occult-themed thriller about a rare book dealer drawn into a dangerous quest involving demonic rituals and hidden knowledge.
Fact: Roman Polanski directed the film, which was partially inspired by his own fascination with the occult. Many of the antique books featured in the movie are real, centuries-old texts.


Stigmata (1999)
Description: A supernatural horror film centered around religious phenomena, possession, and hidden truths, with a dark, atmospheric tone.
Fact: The film's script was inspired by real-life cases of stigmata, though it takes significant creative liberties. The soundtrack features music by Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins.


End of Days (1999)
Description: An apocalyptic action-horror film where a burnt-out ex-cop battles Satan himself in a race against time to prevent the end of the world.
Fact: Arnold Schwarzenegger took the role to break away from his typical action-hero persona. The film's release was strategically timed to coincide with millennial fears about the year


Hellboy (2004)
Description: A dark fantasy film with a demonic protagonist who fights against apocalyptic forces, blending horror, action, and mythology.
Fact: Guillermo del Toro insisted on practical effects for Hellboy's makeup, which took over three hours to apply each day. The film's aesthetic was inspired by Mike Mignola's original comic art.


Constantine (2005)
Description: Features a cynical, supernatural detective battling demons and angels in a shadowy world where the line between heaven and hell is blurred.
Fact: The film is based on the DC Comics' 'Hellblazer' series. Keanu Reeves performed many of his own stunts, including the scenes where Constantine is submerged in water.


Legion (2010)
Description: A supernatural thriller set in a desolate diner where a group of strangers must fend off an apocalyptic invasion by angelic forces.
Fact: The film's special effects were achieved with minimal CGI, relying more on practical effects and makeup. The script was originally conceived as a much larger-scale apocalyptic story.
