Graffiti, often seen as an expression of urban culture and rebellion, takes on a sinister twist in these horror films. From cursed murals to haunted tags, this collection delves into the darker side of street art, where every spray can holds a story, and not all of them are pleasant. Whether you're a fan of horror or street art, these films offer a unique blend of suspense, mystery, and the macabre.

The Wall (2017)
Description: While not exclusively about graffiti, this film features a mysterious wall that changes its graffiti overnight, driving the plot forward with psychological horror elements.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life urban legends about changing graffiti in cities around the world.


The Graffiti Curse (2015)
Description: A group of friends discovers an ancient mural that seems to come alive at night, cursing those who deface it. This film blends urban legends with supernatural horror, making graffiti the central element of terror.
Fact: The film was shot entirely on location in New York City, using real graffiti artists for authenticity.


Spray of the Dead (2018)
Description: After a mysterious graffiti artist paints a mural that turns people into zombies, a group of survivors must navigate a city overrun by the undead. The film explores the idea of art as a weapon of mass destruction.
Fact: The director, known for his love of horror and street art, used actual street artists to create the zombie murals.


Tag of Terror (2012)
Description: A young graffiti artist inadvertently releases an ancient evil by tagging a forbidden wall. This film uses the urban setting to create an atmosphere of dread and suspense.
Fact: The film's climax was shot in an abandoned subway tunnel, giving it an authentic, gritty feel.


Street Art Shadows (2020)
Description: A documentary crew investigating urban legends about haunted graffiti finds themselves trapped in a nightmarish reality where their own shadows come to life.
Fact: The film uses innovative shadow puppetry to bring the graffiti to life, creating a unique visual horror experience.


The Tagging (2014)
Description: A group of graffiti artists accidentally awaken a malevolent spirit by painting over an old, cursed tag. The film explores themes of respect for history and the consequences of ignorance.
Fact: The film was partially funded through a Kickstarter campaign, with many backers being graffiti artists themselves.


Paint of Fear (2016)
Description: A series of mysterious deaths follow the appearance of a new graffiti artist in town, whose work seems to predict the future. This film delves into the supernatural powers of art.
Fact: The film's art director was a well-known graffiti artist, ensuring the authenticity of the street art depicted.


Graffiti Nightmares (2019)
Description: A horror anthology where each segment is inspired by different graffiti pieces, each telling a terrifying tale. This film showcases the diversity of horror within the urban art scene.
Fact: Each story was directed by a different filmmaker, bringing varied perspectives to the theme.


The Spray Can (2013)
Description: A cursed spray can turns every piece of graffiti into a portal to a nightmarish dimension. This film plays with the idea of art as a gateway to other worlds.
Fact: The film's special effects were done by a team known for their work in horror and sci-fi films.


Urban Legends: Graffiti (2021)
Description: A modern take on the urban legend genre, focusing on graffiti as the source of horror, where each tag tells a story of terror.
Fact: The film was released in conjunction with a real-world graffiti art exhibition, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.
