10 Movies & Shows Like The Dark (2005)

Description: A groundbreaking anthology series that explores psychological horror, supernatural phenomena, and the darker aspects of human nature through twisted narratives and eerie atmospheres.

Fact: The show's iconic opening narration, 'There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man...', is one of the most recognizable in television history. It was one of the first shows to tackle social issues through the lens of science fiction and horror.

Description: A gothic soap opera filled with supernatural elements, family secrets, and a haunting atmosphere, blending horror with melodrama.

Fact: The show was originally a daytime soap opera but gained a cult following for its unique blend of horror and drama. It introduced the character Barnabas Collins, one of TV's first sympathetic vampires.

Description: A surreal mystery series blending supernatural horror, small-town secrets, and dreamlike storytelling, creating an unsettling and immersive atmosphere.

Fact: The show's infamous 'Red Room' sequences were inspired by director David Lynch's own dreams. The series was initially canceled after two seasons but returned for a revival in

Description: A sci-fi horror series that combines government conspiracies, paranormal investigations, and eerie mysteries, often delving into psychological and existential dread.

Fact: The phrase 'The Truth Is Out There' became a cultural catchphrase. The show popularized the 'monster-of-the-week' format alongside its overarching mythology.

Description: A long-running series that blends horror, folklore, and urban legends with a focus on family bonds, supernatural investigations, and cosmic dread.

Fact: The show originally planned to end after five seasons but continued for 15, becoming one of the longest-running sci-fi/horror series in TV history. It has a massive fanbase known as the 'SPN Family.'

Description: A sci-fi thriller with elements of horror, exploring alternate realities, scientific experiments gone wrong, and the blurred lines between science and the supernatural.

Fact: The show's alternate universe storyline was inspired by real-world quantum physics theories. It features numerous Easter eggs and callbacks to classic sci-fi and horror films.

Description: An anthology series that explores different horror subgenres each season, often featuring psychological terror, supernatural entities, and dark family secrets.

Fact: Each season is a self-contained story with its own theme, such as haunted houses, asylums, or witch covens. The show frequently reuses the same actors in different roles across seasons.

Description: A modern anthology series that delves into the unsettling consequences of technology and societal trends, often presenting dystopian futures with psychological and existential horror elements.

Fact: The title 'Black Mirror' refers to the dark, reflective screens of devices like smartphones and TVs. Each episode is a standalone story, making it a spiritual successor to classic anthology shows.

Description: A gothic horror series that weaves together classic literary monsters and dark fantasy, exploring themes of redemption, madness, and the supernatural.

Fact: The title refers to the cheap, sensational horror stories sold in 19th-century England. The show features characters like Dracula, Frankenstein, and Dorian Gray in a shared universe.

Description: A chilling family drama wrapped in supernatural horror, focusing on trauma, memory, and the lingering effects of the past, all set within a haunted mansion.

Fact: The show features hidden ghosts in the background of many scenes, adding to its eerie atmosphere. It is based loosely on Shirley Jackson's 1959 novel of the same name.