Top 10 Detective Summer Camp Films

Description: While primarily known as a horror franchise, the first film has elements of detective work as the counselors at Camp Crystal Lake try to figure out who or what is killing them off one by one.

Fact: The film was made on a very low budget but became a massive hit, spawning numerous sequels. The iconic hockey mask doesn't appear until the third installment.

Description: A cult classic, this film follows the mysterious events at a summer camp where campers start dying under mysterious circumstances. The detective work here is done by both the campers and the audience, trying to unravel the shocking twist at the end.

Fact: The film's ending is one of the most talked-about twists in horror cinema. It was also banned in the UK for a period due to its content.

Description: While not a traditional detective film, this comedy involves a group of kids who create their own summer camp to escape the rules of traditional camps. The mystery here is how they manage to keep their secret from their parents and camp counselors.

Fact: The film features a young Christopher Lloyd as the eccentric camp director. It was also one of the first films to use digital compositing for some of its special effects.

Description: This remake involves twin sisters who meet at summer camp and decide to switch places to reunite their divorced parents. The detective work here is more about identity and family secrets.

Fact: Lindsay Lohan played both twins, marking her debut in a major film role. The film was a remake of the 1961 film of the same name.

Description: This sci-fi horror film involves a group of high school students who must solve the mystery of why their teachers are acting strangely. Set in a summer school session, it's a unique take on the summer camp setting with a detective twist.

Fact: The film was directed by Robert Rodriguez, who also directed "Spy Kids." It features an ensemble cast including Elijah Wood, Josh Hartnett, and Salma Hayek.

Description: While not strictly a summer camp film, it involves a group of college students at a remote cabin, which can be seen as a metaphor for a camp setting. They must uncover the sinister plot behind their trip.

Fact: The film was co-written by Joss Whedon, known for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." It's a clever deconstruction of horror tropes.

Description: This meta-horror-comedy involves a group of friends who get sucked into a 1980s slasher film set at a summer camp. They must navigate the film's plot to survive, which includes solving the mystery of the killer's identity.

Fact: The film pays homage to classic slasher films like "Friday the 13th." It also features a mix of comedy and heartfelt moments.

Description: A reality TV show set at a summer camp turns deadly when the host, a former camp counselor, starts killing off the contestants. The remaining participants must solve the mystery to survive.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Return to Sleepaway Camp" but was rebranded to avoid confusion with the original series.

Description: This classic slasher film set in a summer camp introduces us to a group of campers who must solve the mystery of a vengeful camp caretaker. It's not just about the horror; there's a detective element as the campers try to figure out who's behind the attacks.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life urban legend known as "The Cropsy Maniac." Also, it was one of the first films to feature a young Jason Alexander.

Description: A low-budget horror film where a group of friends find themselves at a summer camp with a dark past. They must solve the mystery of the camp's curse before it's too late.

Fact: The film was shot in just 10 days, and it's known for its campy horror elements.