Imagine stepping onto a film set where the lights dim, the cameras roll, and the horror begins. This curated list of horror films set in film studios offers a unique blend of meta-horror and suspense. These movies not only entertain but also provide a chilling look behind the scenes of movie-making, where the real horror might just be lurking in the shadows of the soundstage. Whether you're a cinephile or a horror enthusiast, these films promise a spine-tingling experience that blurs the line between reel and real terror.

The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: While not entirely set in a film studio, the film features scenes where the protagonist's visions are depicted like scenes from a movie.
Fact: David Cronenberg directed this adaptation of Stephen King's novel, blending psychological horror with a touch of sci-fi.


The Last Horror Film (1982)
Description: A taxi driver becomes obsessed with a film actress and starts killing people to get her attention, all set during the Cannes Film Festival.
Fact: The film features real footage from the Cannes Film Festival, blending documentary elements with horror.


Stage Fright (1987)
Description: A horror film set in a theater, where a killer dressed as a clown terrorizes the cast and crew during a play rehearsal.
Fact: The film was directed by Michele Soavi, who was an assistant to Dario Argento, and it features a unique blend of giallo and horror elements.


The Stylist (2020)
Description: A hair stylist with a dark secret uses her clients as inspiration for her gruesome art, set in the world of film and fashion.
Fact: The film was adapted from a short film of the same name, expanding on the original story.


The House of the Devil (2009)
Description: While not directly set in a film studio, this film captures the eerie atmosphere of a movie set, with a babysitter hired for a mysterious job.
Fact: The film was shot on 16mm film to give it an authentic 1980s feel, and it uses minimal CGI, relying on practical effects.


The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
Description: This meta-horror film cleverly uses a film studio setting to orchestrate a series of horror tropes, revealing the manipulation behind the scenes.
Fact: Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard wrote the screenplay in just three days. The film was originally intended to be released in 2009 but was delayed due to studio issues.


The Final Girls (2015)
Description: A group of friends get sucked into a 1980s slasher film, exploring the tropes of horror movies from within the film studio's creation.
Fact: The film pays homage to classic slasher films like "Friday the 13th" and features a mix of humor and horror.


The Editor (2014)
Description: A giallo-inspired film where a film editor becomes embroiled in a series of murders on the set of a movie.
Fact: The film is a love letter to the giallo genre, complete with over-the-top violence, stylish cinematography, and a convoluted plot.


The Love Witch (2016)
Description: A modern-day witch uses her powers to seduce men, set in a film studio-like environment with a nod to 1960s cinema.
Fact: The film was shot on 35mm film to capture the look of classic Technicolor movies.


The Neon Demon (2016)
Description: A young aspiring model's beauty becomes the object of envy and obsession in the cutthroat world of modeling, which can be likened to a film studio.
Fact: The film was shot in Los Angeles, using real locations to enhance its surreal and unsettling atmosphere.
