Ouija boards have long been a staple in horror cinema, offering a direct line to the supernatural that often leads to terrifying consequences. This curated list of 10 horror movies about Ouija boards will take you on a spine-chilling journey through the dark side of spirit communication. From classic tales to modern twists, these films explore the dangers of dabbling with the unknown, making them perfect for fans of the genre looking for a good scare.

The Amityville Horror (1979)
Description: In this classic horror film, a family moves into a house with a dark past, and their use of an Ouija board to contact spirits leads to paranormal disturbances.
Fact: The film is based on the alleged real-life haunting of the Lutz family in Amityville, New York.


Witchboard (1986)
Description: When a woman uses a Ouija board to contact her deceased friend, she unwittingly invites a malevolent spirit into her life, leading to a series of horrifying events.
Fact: The film was one of the first to capitalize on the Ouija board horror trend and has since become a cult classic.


What Lies Beneath (2000)
Description: A woman uses a Ouija board to uncover the truth about her husband's past, leading to a series of supernatural occurrences that reveal dark secrets.
Fact: The film was directed by Robert Zemeckis, known for "Back to the Future," and stars Michelle Pfeiffer and Harrison Ford.


The Possession (2012)
Description: Although primarily about a haunted box, the film includes a scene where characters use an Ouija board to communicate with the spirit possessing a young girl.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of a haunted dybbuk box.


The Haunting in Connecticut (2009)
Description: A family moves into a house with a dark history, and their son's use of an Ouija board to communicate with the spirits leads to terrifying encounters.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the Snedeker family's alleged haunting, which was also the subject of a Discovery Channel documentary.


Ouija (2014)
Description: A group of friends must confront their darkest fears when they unwittingly open a portal to the spirit world using an Ouija board. This film sets the stage for a series of supernatural events that spiral out of control.
Fact: The film was inspired by the Hasbro board game of the same name, and it spawned a sequel titled "Ouija: Origin of Evil."


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: While not centered on Ouija boards, the film includes a scene where the Perron family uses one to contact spirits, leading to their haunting experiences.
Fact: The film is based on the case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren, famous paranormal investigators.


Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016)
Description: Set in the 1960s, this prequel explores how a fraudulent medium's use of an Ouija board to contact her deceased husband unleashes a malevolent spirit that terrorizes her family.
Fact: The film was directed by Mike Flanagan, known for his work on "The Haunting of Hill House," and it received positive reviews for its storytelling and atmosphere.


The Exorcist III (1990)
Description: While not solely focused on Ouija boards, this film features a scene where a character uses one to contact the spirit of a serial killer, leading to chilling consequences.
Fact: The film was directed by William Peter Blatty, who also wrote the novel "The Exorcist."


The Unborn (2009)
Description: A young woman's life is turned upside down when she uses an Ouija board to contact her twin brother who died in the womb, unleashing a demonic entity.
Fact: The film was directed by David S. Goyer, known for his work on the "Blade" trilogy.
