10 Movies & Shows Like Bug (2007)

Description: A seminal sci-fi horror that blends claustrophobic tension with body horror, featuring a deadly extraterrestrial creature that hunts a spaceship crew.

Fact: The design of the Xenomorph was inspired by H.R. Giger's surreal and biomechanical artwork. The film's tagline, 'In space no one can hear you scream,' is iconic.

Description: A chilling sci-fi horror about an alien entity that assimilates and imitates other organisms, leading to paranoia and grotesque transformations.

Fact: The film's practical effects by Rob Bottin are still celebrated for their realism and creativity. It was initially a box office flop but later gained a cult following.

Description: A body horror film that explores the grotesque transformation of a scientist after a failed experiment, blending science fiction with visceral horror.

Fact: The film's special effects were groundbreaking for their time, earning an Academy Award for Best Makeup. It is a remake of the 1958 film of the same name.

Description: A remake of the 1958 classic, this film features a gelatinous alien organism that consumes and dissolves its victims, leading to gruesome transformations.

Fact: The Blob's effects were achieved using a combination of practical effects and stop-motion animation. The film was a commercial disappointment but has since gained a cult following.

Description: A sci-fi horror about a genetically engineered human-alien hybrid that evolves rapidly and becomes a deadly predator.

Fact: The creature design was created by H.R. Giger, who also worked on Alien. The film's premise was inspired by the idea of sending a message to aliens with human DNA.

Description: A teen horror film where students discover their teachers are being taken over by alien parasites, leading to a fight for survival.

Fact: The script was written by Kevin Williamson, who also wrote Scream. The film features an ensemble cast of up-and-coming actors from the late 1990s.

Description: A horror-comedy that combines grotesque body horror with dark humor, focusing on an alien parasite that transforms its hosts into monstrous creatures.

Fact: The film pays homage to classic B-movies and creature features from the 1980s. It was James Gunn's directorial debut before he moved on to bigger projects like Guardians of the Galaxy.

Description: A horror film about a group of people trapped in a supermarket by a mysterious mist filled with deadly creatures, exploring themes of fear and survival.

Fact: The film's ending differs significantly from Stephen King's original novella, and King himself praised the change. The black-and-white version of the film was released on DVD as the director's preferred cut.

Description: A sci-fi thriller that delves into themes of transformation and alienation, featuring a protagonist who undergoes a disturbing physical change.

Fact: The film was shot on a relatively modest budget of $30 million and was shot in a documentary style to enhance realism. It was director Neill Blomkamp's feature debut.

Description: A psychological sci-fi horror that explores themes of mutation and transformation within a mysterious, ever-changing environmental zone.

Fact: The film is based on the first book of Jeff VanderMeer's Southern Reach Trilogy. The surreal visuals and sound design were highly praised by critics.