Dive into the eerie world of horror movies where portals serve as gateways to other dimensions, alternate realities, or simply to the unknown. These films not only offer a thrilling escape from reality but also explore themes of fear, curiosity, and the consequences of tampering with forces beyond our understanding. This collection is perfect for those who love a good scare and are fascinated by the concept of what lies beyond our world.

The Gate (1987)
Description: This cult classic features a group of kids who accidentally open a portal to hell in their backyard, leading to a night of terror with demonic creatures. It's a quintessential '80s horror flick with a portal twist.
Fact: The film was inspired by the director's own childhood fears of what might be lurking in the ground beneath his feet.


Prince of Darkness (1987)
Description: John Carpenter's film where scientists discover a mysterious green liquid that acts as a portal for an ancient evil to enter our world. It's a blend of science fiction and supernatural horror.
Fact: The film was part of Carpenter's "Apocalypse Trilogy," exploring themes of cosmic horror.


Event Horizon (1997)
Description: A rescue crew investigates a spaceship that disappeared into a black hole, only to find it has returned with something sinister. The ship's experimental gravity drive creates a portal to a hellish dimension.
Fact: The film's director, Paul W.S. Anderson, was influenced by H.P. Lovecraft's works, particularly the idea of cosmic horror.


Cube (1997)
Description: While not explicitly about portals, the film features rooms that could be considered portals to different traps or dimensions, creating a psychological horror experience.
Fact: The film was made with a very low budget, relying heavily on the set design to create its chilling atmosphere.


The Mist (2007)
Description: Based on Stephen King's novella, this film features a mysterious mist that envelops a small town, within which portals to other dimensions unleash terrifying creatures.
Fact: The film's ending was changed from the novella, creating a more shocking conclusion.


The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
Description: This meta-horror film features a group of friends whose cabin vacation turns into a nightmare orchestrated by a secret organization. The basement contains artifacts that, when tampered with, open portals to various horrors.
Fact: The film was originally written by Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard as a response to the clichés of horror movies.


The Void (2016)
Description: Set in a rural hospital, this film involves cultists, dimensional portals, and grotesque transformations. It's a modern take on Lovecraftian horror with a portal to an otherworldly dimension.
Fact: The film was crowdfunded through Kickstarter, showcasing the directors' vision for a unique horror experience.


The Triangle (2005)
Description: A miniseries about a team investigating the Bermuda Triangle, where they encounter portals leading to different time periods and alternate realities, blending horror with sci-fi elements.
Fact: The series was inspired by real-life disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle.


The Beyond (1981)
Description: An American woman inherits a hotel in Louisiana, which turns out to be built over one of the seven gateways to hell. The film blends supernatural horror with surreal imagery.
Fact: The movie was part of Lucio Fulci's unofficial "Gates of Hell" trilogy, known for its graphic violence and eerie atmosphere.


The Gate II: Trespassers (1990)
Description: A sequel to "The Gate," where teenagers accidentally reopen the portal to hell, leading to a new wave of demonic chaos. It's less known but still delivers on the portal horror theme.
Fact: The film was released directly to video, continuing the story with a new group of characters.
