There's something uniquely unsettling about horror films that focus on newlyweds. These movies take the joy of a new union and twist it into a nightmarish journey, where love is tested by supernatural forces, dark secrets, or deadly circumstances. This curated list of 10 horror films explores the dark side of matrimony, offering a thrilling mix of suspense, terror, and sometimes, a touch of dark humor. Whether you're a horror aficionado or a couple looking for a scary movie night, these films will make you think twice about saying "I do."

The Amityville Horror (1979)
Description: Based on the infamous real-life haunting, this film follows a newlywed couple who move into a house with a violent history, leading to supernatural occurrences that test their marriage and sanity.
Fact: The film's iconic red-eyed pig scene was inspired by a real-life occurrence reported by the Lutz family.


The Others (2001)
Description: Grace, a devoutly religious woman, lives in a secluded mansion with her two photosensitive children. When strange events begin to occur, she suspects the house is haunted, revealing a connection to her own tragic wedding day.
Fact: The film was shot in Spain, with the mansion's eerie atmosphere playing a crucial role in setting the mood.


The Ring (2002)
Description: A journalist investigates a cursed videotape that kills viewers seven days after watching it, uncovering a connection to a young girl's death and her mother's wedding day.
Fact: The film was a remake of the Japanese horror film "Ringu," adapting the curse to an American setting.


The Skeleton Key (2005)
Description: A young hospice nurse moves into a spooky old house to care for an elderly man. She discovers a key that unlocks not only the house's secrets but also a dark voodoo ritual involving a young couple's tragic past.
Fact: The film was shot in New Orleans, utilizing the city's rich history of voodoo and folklore.


The Haunting in Connecticut (2009)
Description: A family moves into a house to be closer to a hospital for their son's cancer treatment, only to discover the house was once a funeral home with a dark history involving a young couple's death.
Fact: The film is loosely based on a real-life family's paranormal experiences.


The Uninvited (2009)
Description: After being released from a mental institution, a young woman returns home to find her father engaged to her late mother's former nurse, leading to supernatural events tied to her mother's death.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 2003 South Korean film "A Tale of Two Sisters."


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren help a family terrorized by a dark presence in their farmhouse, revealing a history of a cursed wedding ring and a tormented spirit.
Fact: The film is based on a true story, with the Warrens being real-life paranormal investigators.


The Innkeepers (2011)
Description: This film follows two employees at the Yankee Pedlar Inn, which is about to close its doors for good. As they investigate the hotel's haunted history, they stumble upon a chilling truth about the bride who never left her room.
Fact: The film was shot in a real haunted hotel, adding an extra layer of authenticity to the eerie atmosphere.


The Woman in Black (2012)
Description: A young lawyer travels to a remote village to settle the affairs of a deceased client, only to encounter the ghost of a woman in black, whose presence is linked to a tragic wedding.
Fact: The film is based on Susan Hill's novel, with the ghost's backstory involving a wedding gone horribly wrong.


The Babadook (2014)
Description: A widow struggles to raise her son, whose behavior becomes increasingly disturbing after they encounter a mysterious children's book. The story delves into the psychological horror of a mother's grief and the dark side of marriage.
Fact: The film was praised for its psychological depth and the portrayal of grief, making it a unique entry in the horror genre.
