10 Movies & Shows Like Skeletons in the Closet

Description: A chilling psychological thriller that combines crime investigation with deep character study, featuring one of cinema's most infamous villains.

Fact: The film is one of only three to win the 'Big Five' Academy Awards: Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress, and Screenplay. Hannibal Lecter's mask was inspired by a Japanese Noh theater mask.

Description: A psychological horror film that masterfully plays with perception and reality, culminating in a shocking twist that redefines the entire story.

Fact: The film's iconic line, 'I see dead people,' was ranked as one of the most memorable movie quotes by the AFI. It was the second-highest-grossing film of 1999, behind only 'Star Wars: Episode I.'

Description: A supernatural thriller with a slow-burning tension, where the line between the living and the dead becomes increasingly blurred.

Fact: The film was shot almost entirely on location in Spain, using natural light to enhance its eerie atmosphere. It became a sleeper hit, grossing over $200 million worldwide.

Description: A tragic crime drama that delves into the lingering effects of childhood trauma and the destructive power of secrets within a close-knit community.

Fact: The film's screenplay was adapted from Dennis Lehane's novel, which was inspired by real-life events in Boston. The movie features powerful performances that earned multiple Academy Award nominations.

Description: A meticulous crime drama based on real events, focusing on the obsession with uncovering the truth behind a series of unsolved murders.

Fact: The film is noted for its historical accuracy, with many scenes recreated from actual police files and photographs. It features one of the longest runtime for a mainstream thriller, emphasizing its detailed storytelling.

Description: A psychological mystery with a haunting atmosphere, where reality and illusion blur as the protagonist investigates a disturbing case on an isolated island.

Fact: The film's twist ending sparked widespread debate among viewers. The movie was shot in several locations, including an actual former psychiatric hospital, adding to its eerie authenticity.

Description: A gripping crime drama intertwined with a love story, exploring themes of justice, memory, and unresolved past traumas.

Fact: The film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. The famous stadium chase scene was shot in a single take, lasting over five minutes.

Description: A dark and intense mystery that explores the lengths a person will go to uncover the truth, featuring a gripping storyline and moral dilemmas.

Fact: The film's script was on the 'Black List' of best unproduced screenplays in Hollywood for several years before being made. The movie's atmospheric tension is heightened by its use of a muted color palette and haunting score.

Description: A gritty crime thriller that uncovers deep-seated family secrets and features a complex, enigmatic protagonist solving a decades-old mystery.

Fact: The original Swedish title translates to 'Men Who Hate Women,' reflecting the book's central theme. The film's opening title sequence, set to a cover of 'Immigrant Song,' became iconic.

Description: A psychological thriller that delves into themes of deception, manipulation, and hidden truths, with a narrative that keeps viewers guessing until the very end.

Fact: The film's twist was so well-guarded that even some of the cast members were kept in the dark until the scenes were shot. The screenplay was adapted from Gillian Flynn's novel of the same name, which she also wrote.