If you’re a fan of horror and psychological thrillers like Midsommar, you’re in for a treat. This blog post will introduce you to 18 movies that capture the same unsettling atmosphere and intense storytelling. Click here to watch the trailer for Midsommar and dive into the genre.
1. Hereditary
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Hereditary follows a family haunted by tragic and disturbing occurrences after the death of their secretive grandmother. Starring Toni Collette and Alex Wolff, this film delves deep into family trauma and supernatural horror.
2. The Witch
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Set in 1630s New England, The Witch tells the story of a devout family encountering evil forces in the woods surrounding their farm. Anya Taylor-Joy stars in this eerie tale of religious paranoia and witchcraft.
3. The Babadook
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In The Babadook, a single mother and her son are tormented by a sinister presence that emerges from a mysterious book. Essie Davis delivers a powerful performance in this psychological horror film that explores grief and motherhood.
4. Get Out
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Get Out is a socially charged horror film where a young African-American man uncovers shocking secrets while visiting his white girlfriend’s family. Directed by Jordan Peele, it stars Daniel Kaluuya and Allison Williams.
5. The Lighthouse
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The Lighthouse is a psychological thriller about two lighthouse keepers slowly descending into madness. With stunning performances by Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe, this film is a haunting exploration of isolation.
6. Mother!
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In Mother!, a couple’s tranquil existence is disrupted by the arrival of mysterious guests, leading to a series of bizarre and disturbing events. Jennifer Lawrence and Javier Bardem star in this allegorical tale directed by Darren Aronofsky.
7. It Follows
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It Follows centers on a young woman who is pursued by a supernatural entity after a sexual encounter. Maika Monroe stars in this chilling film that combines classic horror elements with modern sensibilities.
8. Annihilation
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Annihilation is a sci-fi horror film where a group of scientists explores a mysterious and dangerous area known as “The Shimmer.” Natalie Portman leads a stellar cast in this visually stunning and thought-provoking movie.
9. Suspiria (2018)
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In Suspiria, an American dancer enrolls at a prestigious dance academy only to discover it’s a front for something far more sinister. Dakota Johnson and Tilda Swinton star in this remake of the 1977 horror classic.
10. The Ritual
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The Ritual follows a group of friends who encounter an ancient evil while hiking in the Scandinavian wilderness. Rafe Spall stars in this chilling tale that blends folklore with psychological horror.
11. Us
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Us is a horror film where a family’s beach vacation turns terrifying when their doppelgängers appear. Directed by Jordan Peele, it stars Lupita Nyong’o and Winston Duke in a story that explores identity and societal issues.
12. The Others
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In The Others, a woman living in a darkened old house with her two photosensitive children becomes convinced that her home is haunted. Nicole Kidman stars in this atmospheric and suspenseful ghost story.
13. The Wailing
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The Wailing is a South Korean horror film about a policeman investigating a series of mysterious killings and illnesses in a remote village. This film blends supernatural elements with intense emotional drama.
14. The Invitation
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The Invitation follows a man who attends a dinner party at his former home and begins to suspect his ex-wife and her new husband have sinister intentions. Logan Marshall-Green stars in this tense and unsettling thriller.
15. The Autopsy of Jane Doe
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In The Autopsy of Jane Doe, a father-son team of coroners experience supernatural occurrences while examining the body of an unidentified woman. Emile Hirsch and Brian Cox star in this claustrophobic and eerie film.
16. Mandy
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Mandy is a revenge horror film where a man embarks on a violent journey after his girlfriend is abducted by a cult. Nicolas Cage delivers a memorable performance in this visually striking and intense movie.
17. Apostle
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In Apostle, a man travels to a remote island to rescue his sister from a mysterious cult. Dan Stevens stars in this dark and gritty film that blends horror with historical drama.
18. The Killing of a Sacred Deer
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The Killing of a Sacred Deer is a psychological thriller about a surgeon who forms a bond with a sinister teenage boy, leading to devastating consequences. Colin Farrell and Nicole Kidman star in this unsettling and thought-provoking film.
