10 Movies & Shows Like Let Us In (2021)

Description: A classic horror film that delves into the haunting of a suburban family by malevolent spirits, blending supernatural terror with family drama.

Fact: The film was co-written and produced by Steven Spielberg. The infamous clown scene was inspired by a real-life fear of clowns held by one of the screenwriters.

Description: A psychological horror film that explores themes of supernatural encounters and the thin line between the living and the dead, with a strong emotional core and a twist ending.

Fact: The iconic line 'I see dead people' was improvised by the young actor Haley Joel Osment. The film was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Description: A gothic horror film with a slow-burning tension and a focus on a mother protecting her children from unseen forces, culminating in a shocking revelation.

Fact: The film was shot entirely in Spain, and the house used for filming was a real 19th-century mansion. Nicole Kidman performed all her own stunts.

Description: A supernatural horror film centered around a cursed videotape that brings death to anyone who watches it, with a strong emphasis on atmosphere and dread.

Fact: The film is a remake of the Japanese horror film 'Ringu.' The iconic image of Samara crawling out of the TV was achieved using a stunt double and clever camera angles.

Description: A horror film that follows the curse of a vengeful spirit that haunts its victims, with non-linear storytelling and a pervasive sense of doom.

Fact: The film is a remake of the Japanese horror film 'Ju-On: The Grudge.' The creepy croaking sound made by the ghost was created by recording the director's own voice and distorting it.

Description: A Spanish horror film that combines ghostly apparitions with a mother's desperate search for her missing son, creating a haunting and emotional story.

Fact: The film was produced by Guillermo del Toro, who also served as a creative consultant. The child actors were not allowed to see the scary scenes to keep their performances natural.

Description: A found-footage horror film that captures the escalating terror of a couple haunted by an unseen entity in their home, relying on suspense and minimal effects.

Fact: The film was made on a budget of just $15,000 and went on to gross over $193 million worldwide. The original ending was much darker but was changed after test screenings.

Description: A supernatural horror film based on real-life paranormal investigators, featuring a family tormented by a dark presence in their new home.

Fact: The film is based on the case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren. The real-life Perron family, whose story inspired the film, visited the set during filming.

Description: A horror film that follows a true-crime writer uncovering terrifying home movies that lead him to a supernatural entity, blending found footage with traditional narrative.

Fact: The creepy home movies featured in the film were created by the director and his team, who wanted them to feel authentic. The film's score was composed by the same team behind 'The Avengers.'

Description: A psychological horror film that uses a children's book to explore themes of grief, mental illness, and the monsters that lurk within.

Fact: The Babadook character was inspired by Lon Chaney's portrayal of the Phantom of the Opera. The film was critically acclaimed and has been interpreted as an allegory for depression.