If you were captivated by the eerie supernatural horror of 'Dybbuk: The Curse Is Real' (2021), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 spine-chilling movies and shows that share its themes of possession, folklore, and psychological terror. Whether you're a fan of dark folklore or love a good ghost story, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Exorcist (1973)
Description: A classic horror film centered around demonic possession, featuring intense exorcism scenes and psychological terror.
Fact: The movie was banned in several countries due to its controversial content and was the first horror film to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture.


The Others (2001)
Description: A gothic horror film with a twist ending, focusing on a family haunted by mysterious entities in their isolated home.
Fact: The film's twist ending is considered one of the most shocking and well-executed in horror cinema history.


The Possession (2012)
Description: Explores the theme of a malevolent spirit inhabiting a person, with a strong emphasis on Jewish folklore and exorcism rituals.
Fact: The movie was inspired by a true story involving a haunted dybbuk box that was sold on eBay.


Paranormal Activity (2007)
Description: A found-footage horror film that explores a couple's terrifying experiences with a demonic presence in their home.
Fact: The movie was made on a shoestring budget of $15,000 but went on to become one of the most profitable films ever made.


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: Focuses on paranormal investigators dealing with a haunted house and malevolent spirits, blending supernatural horror with family drama.
Fact: The film is based on the real-life case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren, famous paranormal investigators.


Sinister (2012)
Description: A horror film that combines found footage with supernatural elements, focusing on a malevolent entity that haunts families.
Fact: The creepy home videos featured in the film were inspired by real snuff films, adding to the movie's unsettling vibe.


The Babadook (2014)
Description: A psychological horror film that uses a supernatural entity as a metaphor for grief and mental illness, creating a deeply unsettling experience.
Fact: The Babadook character became an unlikely LGBTQ+ icon after the film's release, symbolizing the struggle with inner demons.


The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: A chilling tale of supernatural horror centered around an inexplicable corpse that defies medical and logical explanation.
Fact: The entire film takes place mostly in a single location—a morgue—creating a claustrophobic atmosphere.


The Wailing (2016)
Description: A slow-burning horror film that delves into possession, exorcism, and the blurred lines between good and evil, set in a rural village.
Fact: The film's director spent over a year researching Korean shamanism to ensure authenticity in the rituals depicted.


Hereditary (2018)
Description: A family drama intertwined with supernatural horror, focusing on inherited trauma and demonic possession.
Fact: The film's disturbing imagery and slow-building tension led to widespread acclaim and numerous award nominations.
