If you’re a fan of the horror genre, then you’ve likely been captivated by the chilling tale of Pet Sematary. This Stephen King adaptation has left many viewers searching for similar spine-tingling films. Here are 15 movies that will keep you on the edge of your seat, just like Pet Sematary.

1. The Shining

The Shining is another Stephen King classic brought to life by Stanley Kubrick. Starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall, the film delves into the horrors of isolation and madness within the haunted Overlook Hotel.

2. Hereditary

Hereditary is a modern horror masterpiece directed by Ari Aster. The film stars Toni Collette and Alex Wolff and explores the terrifying family secrets that unravel after the death of their grandmother.

3. The Babadook

This Australian horror film, directed by Jennifer Kent, features Essie Davis as a mother dealing with her son’s fear of a monster lurking in their home. The Babadook is a psychological thriller that delves into grief and maternal anxiety.

4. It

Another Stephen King adaptation, It follows a group of children as they confront a terrifying clown named Pennywise. Starring Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise, the film combines supernatural horror with coming-of-age themes.

5. The Conjuring

Directed by James Wan, The Conjuring is based on the real-life investigations of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson star in this chilling tale of a haunted farmhouse.

6. Sinister

Sinister is a supernatural horror film directed by Scott Derrickson. Ethan Hawke stars as a true-crime writer who discovers a box of home movies that put his family in danger.

7. Insidious

Also directed by James Wan, Insidious stars Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne as parents trying to save their son from a demonic realm. The film is known for its eerie atmosphere and jump scares.

8. The Witch

The Witch is a period horror film directed by Robert Eggers. Set in 1630s New England, the film stars Anya Taylor-Joy and explores a family’s descent into paranoia and fear after their youngest child disappears.

9. Mama

Directed by Andy Muschietti and produced by Guillermo del Toro, Mama stars Jessica Chastain and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. The film tells the story of two sisters who are haunted by a maternal spirit after being found in the woods.

10. The Others

The Others is a gothic horror film directed by Alejandro Amenábar. Starring Nicole Kidman, the movie follows a woman who believes her house is haunted while she waits for her husband to return from World War II.

11. The Ring

This American remake of the Japanese horror film Ringu is directed by Gore Verbinski. Naomi Watts stars as a journalist investigating a cursed videotape that leads to terrifying consequences.

12. The Exorcist

The Exorcist is a classic horror film directed by William Friedkin. The movie stars Linda Blair as a young girl possessed by a demonic entity, and her mother’s desperate attempts to save her with the help of two priests.

13. Carrie

Based on Stephen King’s novel, Carrie is directed by Brian De Palma and stars Sissy Spacek as a high school girl with telekinetic powers. The film explores themes of bullying and revenge in a horrifying way.

14. The Sixth Sense

Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, The Sixth Sense stars Bruce Willis and Haley Joel Osment. The film follows a young boy who can see and communicate with the dead, leading to a shocking twist.

15. Poltergeist

Poltergeist is a supernatural horror film directed by Tobe Hooper and produced by Steven Spielberg. The movie stars JoBeth Williams and Craig T. Nelson as parents whose home is haunted by malevolent spirits.

These films, like Pet Sematary, offer a mix of supernatural horror, psychological thrills, and eerie atmospheres that will keep you captivated from start to finish.