If you enjoyed the chilling psychological horror of Good Madam (2021), you're likely craving more films and shows that deliver the same eerie atmosphere and unsettling tension. This article explores 10 similar titles that delve into themes of domestic unease, supernatural dread, and psychological unraveling—perfect for fans of this South African horror gem.

The Others (2001)
Description: A gothic horror film that plays with perceptions of reality and the supernatural, centered around a family living in a secluded mansion with mysterious servants.
Fact: The film was shot entirely in Spain. Nicole Kidman's character was written specifically for her after the director saw her in 'Eyes Wide Shut'.


The Stepford Wives (2004)
Description: A satirical thriller about a community where wives are replaced by docile, perfect replicas, exploring themes of control and identity within domestic settings.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1975 classic. The production faced numerous delays due to script rewrites and casting changes.


The Skeleton Key (2005)
Description: A supernatural horror film that delves into the dark history of a Louisiana plantation house, where a caregiver uncovers terrifying secrets tied to the home's past.
Fact: The film's climax was reshot after test audiences found the original ending too bleak. The house used in the film is a real plantation home in Louisiana.


The Help (2011)
Description: Explores themes of domestic servitude and the complex power dynamics between employers and their domestic workers, set against a backdrop of societal norms and racial tensions.
Fact: The novel on which the film is based spent over 100 weeks on the New York Times Best Seller list. The film's script was passed over by several studios before being picked up.


The Babadook (2014)
Description: A psychological horror that explores grief and maternal stress, manifesting as a monstrous presence in a household, blurring the lines between reality and nightmare.
Fact: The Babadook character was inspired by early 20th-century German expressionist films. The film's budget was so low that the director used her own house for filming.


The Handmaiden (2016)
Description: A tale of deception, power, and forbidden desires set within a wealthy household, where servants and masters engage in a dangerous game of manipulation.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the novel 'Fingersmith' but transposes the setting from Victorian England to 1930s Korea. The elaborate sets were built to reflect both Korean and Japanese architectural styles.


The Gift (2015)
Description: A psychological thriller about secrets, revenge, and the lingering effects of past traumas, set within the confines of a seemingly perfect home.
Fact: The film marks Joel Edgerton's directorial debut. The script was written in just three weeks.


Get Out (2017)
Description: A psychological horror that critiques racial exploitation and the sinister underbelly of seemingly progressive environments, focusing on manipulation and control.
Fact: The film was shot in just 23 days. The sunken place concept was inspired by a real-life art installation.


Parasite (2019)
Description: Delves into class disparity and the psychological tension between a wealthy family and their hired help, culminating in unexpected and dark twists.
Fact: First South Korean film to win the Palme d'Or at Cannes. The house set was built in three different versions to depict varying levels of flooding.


Us (2019)
Description: A horror-thriller that examines duality and the hidden, darker aspects of individuals and society, with a focus on family dynamics and survival.
Fact: The film's score uses a recurring motif of clicking sounds to create unease. The rabbits in the film were trained to stay still during filming.
