10 Movies & Shows Like Gates of Darkness

Description: A horror-drama that blends courtroom proceedings with terrifying exorcism scenes, focusing on the battle between faith and science in the face of demonic possession.

Fact: The movie is loosely based on the true story of Anneliese Michel, a German woman who underwent numerous exorcisms. It was marketed as both a horror film and a legal drama.

Description: A supernatural horror film centered around a cursed antique box that unleashes a malevolent spirit, featuring intense exorcism sequences and family drama.

Fact: The film is inspired by a supposedly true story involving a haunted dybbuk box sold on eBay. The box used in the movie is a replica of the original artifact.

Description: A supernatural horror film that explores the training of an exorcist, blending psychological horror with religious themes and intense possession scenes.

Fact: The movie is based on the book 'The Rite: The Making of a Modern Exorcist,' which documents real-life exorcism cases. It was partially filmed in Rome and Hungary.

Description: A found-footage horror film that follows a disillusioned minister performing his final exorcism, only to encounter genuine supernatural forces.

Fact: The film was shot in just 18 days on a modest budget. Its ambiguous ending sparked debates among viewers about the nature of the events depicted.

Description: A supernatural horror film that delves into demonic possession and exorcism, featuring intense atmospheric tension and a focus on real-life paranormal investigations.

Fact: The film is based on the real-life case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren, famous paranormal investigators. It spawned a successful cinematic universe.

Description: A horror film that delves into demonic possession and the Vatican's secret exorcism rituals, featuring a young woman's terrifying transformation.

Fact: The film's exorcism scenes were researched with input from real-life exorcists. It was originally slated for release in 2013 but was delayed multiple times.

Description: A psychological horror film that explores dark occult themes, with a strong emphasis on found footage and eerie visuals to create a sense of dread.

Fact: The film's antagonist, Bughuul, was inspired by ancient Pagan deities. The soundtrack includes unsettling noises recorded from actual haunted locations.

Description: A supernatural horror film based on true events, following a police officer who teams up with a renegade priest to combat demonic forces.

Fact: The film is inspired by the accounts of real-life NYPD sergeant Ralph Sarchie. It incorporates elements of crime thriller and horror genres.

Description: A supernatural horror film centered around a haunted doll, featuring jump scares, demonic activity, and a focus on cursed objects.

Fact: The film is a prequel to 'The Conjuring' and is based on the real-life Annabelle doll case investigated by Ed and Lorraine Warren. The doll's design was changed from the real-life Raggedy Ann doll to a more sinister appearance.

Description: A gothic horror film set in a remote abbey, featuring demonic entities, religious iconography, and a pervasive sense of dread.

Fact: The Nun is a spin-off from 'The Conjuring 2' and focuses on the origins of the demonic entity Valak. It was the highest-grossing film in 'The Conjuring' universe upon release.