If you enjoyed the chilling suspense and supernatural horror of 'One Missed Call' (2003), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same eerie atmosphere, terrifying phone-related curses, and heart-pounding scares. Whether you're a fan of J-horror or just love a good ghost story, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

What Lies Beneath (2000)
Description: A suspenseful ghost story that combines elements of mystery and psychological horror, with a haunting presence driving the plot.
Fact: The film's bathtub scene was so intense that it caused test audiences to scream and leave the theater.


The Sixth Sense (1999)
Description: A psychological thriller with a supernatural twist, focusing on a child who can see and communicate with the dead.
Fact: The famous line 'I see dead people' was improvised by the young actor during filming.


The Others (2001)
Description: A gothic horror film with a slow-burning mystery, relying on atmosphere and psychological tension rather than jump scares.
Fact: The entire movie was shot using natural light to enhance its eerie and claustrophobic feel.


Pulse (2001)
Description: A chilling tale about ghosts invading the world through the internet, creating an atmosphere of dread and isolation.
Fact: The movie was inspired by the growing fear of technology and loneliness in modern society.


The Ring (2002)
Description: A supernatural horror film centered around a cursed videotape that brings death to anyone who watches it, blending psychological terror with eerie visuals.
Fact: The film's iconic scene of Sadako crawling out of the TV was achieved by filming the actress moving backward and then reversing the footage.


The Forgotten (2004)
Description: A psychological thriller with supernatural elements, where a mother's reality unravels as she searches for her missing child.
Fact: The movie's twist ending was kept highly secret during production to avoid spoilers.


White Noise (2005)
Description: Explores the concept of electronic voice phenomena (EVP) and communication with the dead through technology, creating an unsettling mood.
Fact: The film popularized the idea of EVP and sparked renewed interest in ghost hunting equipment.


The Grudge (2004)
Description: A story about a vengeful spirit that haunts its victims, featuring non-linear storytelling and a pervasive sense of doom.
Fact: The ghost Kayako's eerie croaking sound was created by recording the sound of a rusty door hinge.


1408 (2007)
Description: A psychological horror film set in a haunted hotel room, where reality bends and the protagonist faces his deepest fears.
Fact: The movie features multiple alternate endings, each offering a different twist on the protagonist's fate.


Mirrors (2008)
Description: A horror film about malevolent spirits trapped in mirrors, using reflections as a gateway to terror.
Fact: The film's climax required the construction of a massive, custom-built mirror set that took weeks to assemble.
