If you loved the darkly comedic and macabre charm of Dr. Phibes Rises Again (1972), this article is for you. We’ve curated a list of 10 movies and shows that capture the same eerie elegance, revenge-driven plots, and theatrical horror. Whether you’re a fan of Vincent Price’s iconic performance or the film’s unique blend of horror and camp, these picks will keep you entertained.

Black Sunday (1960)
Description: A gothic horror film with a vengeful antagonist, supernatural elements, and a richly atmospheric visual style.
Fact: The film marked Mario Bava's directorial debut and is considered a masterpiece of Italian horror. Its opening scene is one of the most striking in horror history.


The Pit and the Pendulum (1961)
Description: A gothic horror tale filled with psychological torment, elaborate torture devices, and a haunting, atmospheric setting.
Fact: The film's iconic pendulum sequence has become one of the most memorable scenes in horror cinema. It was the second in Corman's Poe series.


The Masque of the Red Death (1964)
Description: A visually striking horror film with a decadent, gothic atmosphere, focusing on themes of revenge, madness, and elaborate set pieces.
Fact: The film's vibrant color palette was inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe. It was one of several Poe adaptations by Roger Corman.


The Skull (1965)
Description: A supernatural horror film centered around a cursed object, featuring eerie visuals and a sense of mounting dread.
Fact: The film was based on a short story by Robert Bloch. It was part of Amicus Productions' early foray into horror.


The Fearless Vampire Killers (1967)
Description: A horror-comedy with a lavish, gothic aesthetic, blending humor with macabre elements and a playful tone.
Fact: The film was originally released in a shorter, more serious cut in the U.S. under the title 'Dance of the Vampires.' It marked Roman Polanski's first foray into horror.


The Oblong Box (1969)
Description: A gothic horror tale with themes of revenge, madness, and grotesque imagery, set in a richly atmospheric Victorian England.
Fact: The film was originally intended to star Boris Karloff, but he passed away before production began. It was one of several Poe-inspired films by Gordon Hessler.


The House That Dripped Blood (1971)
Description: An anthology horror film with a mix of dark humor and macabre storytelling, featuring twisted tales of revenge and supernatural occurrences.
Fact: The film was part of Amicus Productions' series of horror anthologies. It features four distinct stories tied together by a framing device.


Asylum (1972)
Description: A horror anthology with a framing story set in a mental institution, blending psychological terror with grotesque and inventive deaths.
Fact: The film was written by Robert Bloch, the author of 'Psycho.' It was another successful entry in Amicus Productions' anthology series.


Theatre of Blood (1973)
Description: A darkly comedic horror film featuring elaborate revenge plots and theatrical deaths, blending macabre humor with gothic aesthetics.
Fact: Vincent Price plays a Shakespearean actor who murders critics in ways inspired by the Bard's plays. The film was originally intended to be a sequel to 'The Abominable Dr. Phibes.'


The Wicker Man (1973)
Description: A folk horror film with a slow-burning sense of dread, pagan rituals, and a shocking climax, blending horror with mystery and psychological tension.
Fact: The film was heavily edited upon its initial release, with some footage lost forever. It has since gained a cult following and is considered a classic.
