If you enjoyed the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of 'Jack Lantern' (2017), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 movies and shows that capture the same chilling vibes, supernatural thrills, and haunting storytelling. Whether you're a fan of psychological horror or supernatural mysteries, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Others (2001)
Description: A gothic horror film with a twist ending, featuring a haunted house and themes of isolation and denial.
Fact: The film was shot entirely in natural light to maintain its eerie atmosphere. It was one of the most successful Spanish productions in history.


The Ring (2002)
Description: A supernatural horror film about a cursed videotape that brings death to anyone who watches it, featuring iconic imagery and a haunting atmosphere.
Fact: The famous well scene was filmed in a real abandoned well in California. The actress who played Samara spent 10 days in the well water during filming.


The Descent (2005)
Description: A claustrophobic horror film about a group of women trapped in a cave system with terrifying creatures.
Fact: The cave scenes were filmed in a studio set that was only slightly larger than the actual caves would have been. The film has two different endings - one for the UK release and another for the US version.


The Orphanage (2007)
Description: A Spanish horror film that combines ghost story elements with a mother's desperate search for her missing child.
Fact: Guillermo del Toro served as a producer for the film. The movie's creepy child character Tomás was inspired by a real-life medical condition.


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: A supernatural horror film based on real-life paranormal investigators, featuring a haunted house and demonic possession themes.
Fact: The film is based on the case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren. The creepy Annabelle doll has its own spin-off film series.


Sinister (2012)
Description: A horror film that combines found footage elements with supernatural horror, focusing on a writer investigating gruesome home movies.
Fact: The creepy home movies featured in the film were inspired by real snuff film urban legends. The film's antagonist, Bughuul, is based on a Babylonian deity.


The Babadook (2014)
Description: A psychological horror film that delves into grief and mental illness, using a supernatural entity as a metaphor for the protagonist's emotional turmoil.
Fact: The film was shot in just 28 days and was the feature debut of director Jennifer Kent. The Babadook book featured in the film was handcrafted by the director herself.


Oculus (2013)
Description: A psychological horror film that blurs the line between reality and illusion, centered around a haunted antique mirror.
Fact: The film was based on the director's earlier short film of the same name. The mirror's design was inspired by actual antique mirrors from the 18th century.


The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: A claustrophobic horror mystery that unfolds in a morgue, blending supernatural elements with forensic investigation.
Fact: The entire film takes place in a single location - the morgue. The titular Jane Doe's body was created using a combination of prosthetics and CGI.


Hereditary (2018)
Description: A slow-burning horror that explores family trauma and inherited mental illness, culminating in a terrifying supernatural revelation.
Fact: The miniature models seen throughout the film were all created by the lead actress Toni Collette's character. The film's shocking car scene was achieved in a single take.
