If you're a fan of the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of Burnt Offerings (1976), this list is for you. Dive into 10 chilling movies and shows that capture the same haunting vibes, psychological tension, and supernatural dread. Whether you loved the slow-burn horror or the eerie setting, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Haunting (1963)
Description: A psychological horror film where a group investigates a haunted house, relying on tension and unseen forces to create fear.
Fact: Considered one of the greatest horror films ever made, it was shot in black and white to enhance its unsettling mood.


The Legend of Hell House (1973)
Description: A team of paranormal researchers confronts malevolent spirits in a notoriously haunted mansion, blending science and the supernatural.
Fact: The film was adapted from a novel by Richard Matheson, who also wrote the screenplay.


The Sentinel (1977)
Description: A woman moves into a mysterious apartment building with a dark history, uncovering supernatural horrors tied to its past.
Fact: The film features real people with physical deformities as the 'demons,' sparking controversy.


The Amityville Horror (1979)
Description: A haunted house story with a family experiencing supernatural events, blending psychological horror with eerie atmospheres.
Fact: Based on a supposedly true story, the film's iconic house facade was a real location in New Jersey.


The Changeling (1980)
Description: A slow-burn ghost story featuring a grieving protagonist uncovering dark secrets in a haunted mansion, emphasizing atmosphere over jump scares.
Fact: The film's eerie séance scene was inspired by real-life paranormal investigations.


The Shining (1980)
Description: A family's isolation in a haunted hotel leads to psychological breakdowns and supernatural encounters, with a focus on slow-building dread.
Fact: Stanley Kubrick famously demanded over 100 takes of some scenes to unsettle the actors.


Poltergeist (1982)
Description: A suburban family battles malevolent spirits in their home, blending domestic horror with supernatural elements.
Fact: The film's production was plagued by rumors of a curse, including the untimely deaths of several cast members.


The Others (2001)
Description: A gothic horror tale set in a secluded mansion, where a mother and her children experience inexplicable phenomena.
Fact: The film's twist ending is often compared to classic ghost stories, subverting audience expectations.


The Devil's Backbone (2001)
Description: Set in an orphanage during the Spanish Civil War, the story intertwines ghostly apparitions with human tragedy.
Fact: The film's title refers to a real medical condition caused by radiation exposure.


The Orphanage (2007)
Description: A mother returns to her childhood home, only to face ghostly apparitions and a mystery tied to the past.
Fact: The film's haunting score was composed by Fernando Velázquez, adding to its eerie atmosphere.
