10 Movies & Shows Like They Reach (2020)

Description: A group of researchers in an isolated Antarctic outpost encounter a shape-shifting alien entity, leading to paranoia and distrust among the team. The film excels in building tension and features grotesque practical effects.

Fact: The film was initially a box office failure but later gained a cult following and is now considered a classic. The special effects were created by Rob Bottin, who was only 22 at the time.

Description: A group of scientists and theology students uncover an ancient canister containing a malevolent liquid entity in an abandoned church. The film blends science and religion to create a unique horror experience.

Fact: The film is part of John Carpenter's 'Apocalypse Trilogy,' alongside 'The Thing' and 'In the Mouth of Madness.' The soundtrack was composed by Carpenter himself and features a haunting electronic score.

Description: A gelatinous alien lifeform consumes everything in its path as it grows larger. The remake updates the 1950s original with gruesome practical effects and a darker tone.

Fact: The film's special effects were created by Tony Gardner, who also worked on 'Evil Dead II.' The Blob itself was made from a combination of silicone, gelatin, and other materials to achieve its slimy appearance.

Description: A rescue crew investigates a spaceship that disappeared into a black hole and returned with something sinister on board. The film blends sci-fi and horror, featuring disturbing imagery and psychological terror.

Fact: The original cut was much longer and included more graphic scenes, but it was heavily edited before release. The film's production was troubled, with reports of on-set tension and creative differences.

Description: High school students discover that their teachers are being taken over by alien parasites. The film mixes teen drama with body horror and features a clever take on the invasion trope.

Fact: The script was written by Kevin Williamson, who also wrote 'Scream.' The film pays homage to classic sci-fi and horror movies, including 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers.'

Description: A group of women on a caving expedition encounter terrifying creatures in an uncharted cave system. The film is known for its claustrophobic atmosphere and intense survival horror elements.

Fact: The film was shot in a real cave system, adding to the authenticity of the setting. The original UK ending is much darker than the one released in the US.

Description: A small town is overrun by grotesque, slug-like parasites that turn residents into monstrous hybrids. The film combines humor with body horror and features over-the-top gore.

Fact: The film was directed by James Gunn, who later went on to direct the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' films. It was inspired by classic B-movies and creature features from the 1980s.

Description: A small town is engulfed by a mysterious mist filled with deadly creatures. The story focuses on the survivors' struggle, highlighting human nature under extreme stress and fear.

Fact: The film features a controversial ending that differs from Stephen King's original novella. The black-and-white version of the film was released on DVD as the director's preferred cut.

Description: A team of scientists enters a mysterious, expanding zone where the laws of nature are distorted. The film explores themes of mutation, identity, and existential dread, with surreal visuals.

Fact: The film was inspired by the first book in Jeff VanderMeer's Southern Reach Trilogy. The eerie soundtrack was composed by Ben Salisbury and Geoff Barrow, known for their work on 'Ex Machina.'

Description: Two brothers return to a cult they escaped years earlier, only to find that the group's beliefs about supernatural phenomena might be true. The film combines cosmic horror with a slow-burning mystery.

Fact: The film is set in the same universe as the directors' previous movie, 'Resolution.' It was made on a very low budget, with the directors also starring in the lead roles.