If you loved the eerie thrills and demonic chaos of 'Night of the Demons' (2009), you're in for a treat. This article curates 10 spine-chilling movies and shows that deliver the same mix of horror, dark humor, and supernatural terror. Whether you're craving more demonic possession or just a good scare, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Demons (1985)
Description: A horror film featuring supernatural entities and a group of people trapped in a confined space, leading to intense and gory sequences.
Fact: The movie was shot in West Berlin and features a soundtrack with heavy metal and rock music, which was unusual for horror films at the time.


The Return of the Living Dead (1985)
Description: A mix of horror and comedy with undead creatures terrorizing a group of people, blending gore with dark humor.
Fact: This film introduced the concept of zombies craving brains, which became a staple in zombie lore.


Night of the Creeps (1986)
Description: A horror-comedy with alien parasites turning people into zombies, featuring a mix of scares and laughs.
Fact: The film pays homage to 1950s B-movies and features multiple endings depending on the version watched.


The Gate (1987)
Description: A horror film centered around kids uncovering a demonic portal in their backyard, mixing fantasy and horror elements.
Fact: The film used miniatures and stop-motion animation to create its otherworldly creatures.


The Blob (1988)
Description: A creature feature with a gelatinous monster terrorizing a small town, emphasizing practical effects and body horror.
Fact: The remake features a more aggressive and faster-moving Blob compared to the original 1958 version.


Pumpkinhead (1988)
Description: A supernatural revenge tale with a demonic creature summoned to exact vengeance, focusing on folklore and practical effects.
Fact: The creature design was inspired by folklore and nightmares, with Stan Winston handling the special effects.


Waxwork (1988)
Description: A horror anthology-style film where characters are trapped in wax exhibits that come to life, blending various horror subgenres.
Fact: The film features cameos from several horror icons and was shot on a relatively low budget.


Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight (1995)
Description: A horror film with a demonic entity battling humans over a mystical artifact, featuring dark humor and gore.
Fact: This was the first feature film spin-off from the 'Tales from the Crypt' TV series.


The Frighteners (1996)
Description: A supernatural horror-comedy with ghosts and a malevolent spirit, blending scares with quirky humor.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use digital effects extensively for its ghostly characters.


Idle Hands (1999)
Description: A horror-comedy about a possessed hand causing chaos, mixing gore with slapstick humor.
Fact: The film features a soundtrack with punk and metal bands, adding to its rebellious tone.
