If you enjoyed the found-footage horror thrills of Tape 407 (2012), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same heart-pounding suspense, claustrophobic tension, and chilling realism. Whether you're a fan of survival horror or mysterious disappearances, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Description: A found-footage horror film that follows a group of filmmakers who disappear while investigating a local legend, creating a sense of realism and tension through shaky camera work and minimalistic storytelling.
Fact: The film was marketed as a real documentary, leading many to believe the events were true. It was made on a budget of just $60,000 but grossed over $248 million worldwide.


Cloverfield (2008)
Description: A found-footage monster movie that captures the chaos of a giant creature attack through the lens of a handheld camera, blending horror with disaster film elements.
Fact: The film's viral marketing campaign included cryptic websites and fake news reports. The monster's design was kept secret until the movie's release.


Quarantine (2008)
Description: A found-footage horror film that follows a news crew trapped in a building under quarantine due to a mysterious infection, creating claustrophobic tension and sudden scares.
Fact: It is a remake of the Spanish film [REC]. The entire movie was shot in sequence to maintain continuity.


Paranormal Activity (2007)
Description: Uses a found-footage style to document supernatural occurrences in a suburban home, relying on slow-building tension and realistic performances to create fear.
Fact: The original version was shot in just seven days for $15,


The Last Exorcism (2010)
Description: A found-footage horror film that follows a disillusioned minister performing his final exorcism, only to encounter genuine supernatural forces, blending psychological and physical horror.
Fact: The film's ending was reshot after test audiences found the original too bleak. It was inspired by real-life exorcism cases.


Grave Encounters (2011)
Description: A found-footage film that parodies ghost-hunting TV shows before descending into genuine horror as the crew encounters real supernatural phenomena in an abandoned asylum.
Fact: The film was shot in an actual abandoned psychiatric hospital. It gained a cult following despite its low budget.


The Bay (2012)
Description: A found-footage ecological horror film that uses multiple sources of footage to document a deadly outbreak caused by polluted water, blending horror with environmental themes.
Fact: The film was inspired by real events involving pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. It was directed by Barry Levinson, known for more dramatic films.


V/H/S (2012)
Description: An anthology horror film presented as a series of found-footage segments, each with its own unique style and terrifying premise, often featuring supernatural or grotesque elements.
Fact: The film was produced by Brad Miska, the creator of Bloody Disgusting. It was shot by different directors, each contributing a segment.


The Den (2013)
Description: A found-footage horror film that unfolds through webcam footage, following a woman who witnesses a murder online and becomes the target of a sinister group.
Fact: The film explores themes of internet privacy and voyeurism. It was inspired by the rise of cybercrime and online harassment.


As Above, So Below (2014)
Description: A found-footage horror film that follows a team of explorers in the Paris catacombs, where they encounter supernatural horrors and psychological terror in a claustrophobic setting.
Fact: The film was shot on location in the real Paris catacombs. The actors had to navigate tight spaces and real skeletons during filming.
