10 Movies & Shows Like Pulse (2017)

Description: A psychological horror-thriller that masterfully blends supernatural elements with emotional storytelling, culminating in a famous twist ending.

Fact: The iconic line 'I see dead people' was ranked as one of the most memorable movie quotes by the American Film Institute. The film's twist ending was so well-guarded that even some crew members didn't know about it during production.

Description: A gothic horror film with a haunting atmosphere, relying on psychological tension and a twist ending that recontextualizes the entire story.

Fact: The film was shot almost entirely on location in Spain, using natural light to enhance its eerie, period-appropriate aesthetic. It was one of the few horror films to rely heavily on atmosphere rather than gore or jump scares.

Description: A psychological horror film that revolves around a cursed videotape, blending supernatural elements with a slow-burning sense of dread and an eerie atmosphere.

Fact: The film's iconic imagery, particularly the long-haired ghost girl emerging from the TV, became a cultural phenomenon in horror. It was a remake of the Japanese film 'Ringu' and helped popularize J-horror in the West.

Description: A slow-burning supernatural horror that explores themes of maternal love and abandonment, with a ghostly presence tied to water and a decaying apartment building.

Fact: Like 'The Ring,' it is a remake of a Japanese horror film. The movie's eerie tone and focus on psychological horror rather than jump scares set it apart from many mainstream horror films of its time.

Description: Features a vengeful spirit that haunts its victims, creating an unsettling atmosphere with its non-linear storytelling and lingering sense of terror.

Fact: The film is based on the Japanese 'Ju-On' series and was one of the first American remakes to retain a Japanese director, Takashi Shimizu. The ghost Kayako's croaking sound was created by recording the vocalizations of a crested ibis.

Description: A found-footage horror film that uses subtle, slow-building tension and unseen forces to create an atmosphere of dread in a suburban home.

Fact: The film was made on a budget of just $15,000 but went on to become one of the most profitable movies ever made. Many of the night scenes were actually filmed during the day with special filters to create the illusion of nighttime.

Description: A supernatural horror film based on real-life paranormal investigators, featuring a malevolent spirit that haunts a family in their new home.

Fact: The film claims to be based on the case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren, though many details were dramatized. The clap scene was improvised by actress Lili Taylor, surprising her co-stars and making the final cut.

Description: A found-footage style horror film about a true-crime writer who discovers terrifying home movies that suggest a supernatural force is at work.

Fact: The creepy home movies featured in the film were created by the director and were so disturbing that test audiences reported having nightmares. The film's antagonist, Bughuul, was inspired by Mesopotamian mythology.

Description: A psychological horror film that delves into grief, mental illness, and the monstrous manifestations of repressed emotions, creating a deeply unsettling experience.

Fact: The Babadook monster became an unlikely LGBTQ+ icon after fans reinterpreted the creature as a symbol of embracing one's inner struggles. The film's director, Jennifer Kent, drew inspiration from German Expressionist cinema for its visual style.

Description: A family drama disguised as a horror film, exploring themes of inherited trauma and mental illness with a slow-building sense of dread and shocking imagery.

Fact: The miniature models seen throughout the film were actually created by the protagonist actress Toni Collette's character, adding a meta-layer to the storytelling. The film's most shocking scene was filmed in one take to preserve the raw emotional impact.