If you loved “Doctor Sleep” and its chilling psychological horror, you might be on the lookout for similar films that blend supernatural elements with gripping storytelling. “Doctor Sleep,” directed by Mike Flanagan, is a sequel to Stephen King’s “The Shining” and continues the tale of Danny Torrance as he confronts his traumatic past. Check out the “Doctor Sleep” trailer here.
1. The Shining
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The Shining is a classic horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on Stephen King’s novel. It stars Jack Nicholson as Jack Torrance, a writer who becomes the winter caretaker of the isolated Overlook Hotel. As the sinister forces within the hotel begin to affect Jack’s sanity, his family is put in grave danger.
2. It
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Based on another Stephen King novel, It follows a group of kids in the town of Derry who confront a shape-shifting entity that takes the form of a clown named Pennywise. Directed by Andy Muschietti, the movie stars Bill Skarsgård, Finn Wolfhard, and Sophia Lillis.
3. Gerald’s Game
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Gerald’s Game, directed by Mike Flanagan, is a psychological horror-thriller based on Stephen King’s novel. Carla Gugino stars as Jessie, who must escape after being handcuffed to a bed in a remote cabin when her husband dies unexpectedly. The film delves into themes of trauma and survival.
4. The Haunting of Hill House
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The Haunting of Hill House is a Netflix series created by Mike Flanagan, based on Shirley Jackson’s novel. The series stars Victoria Pedretti, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, and Carla Gugino. It follows the Crain family as they confront haunting memories of their old home.
5. Pet Sematary
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Pet Sematary is a horror film directed by Kevin Kölsch and Dennis Widmyer, based on Stephen King’s novel. It stars Jason Clarke and Amy Seimetz as a couple who discover a mysterious burial ground in the woods near their new home, leading to terrifying consequences.
6. 1408
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1408 is a psychological horror film based on a Stephen King short story. Directed by Mikael Håfström, it stars John Cusack as a skeptical author who checks into a haunted hotel room. Samuel L. Jackson co-stars as the hotel manager who warns him about the room’s deadly history.
7. The Mist
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Directed by Frank Darabont, The Mist is a horror film based on Stephen King’s novella. The movie stars Thomas Jane, Marcia Gay Harden, and Laurie Holden. A mysterious mist envelops a small town, trapping residents in a supermarket where they face terrifying creatures.
8. Carrie
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Carrie is a classic horror film directed by Brian De Palma, based on Stephen King’s debut novel. Sissy Spacek stars as Carrie White, a shy high school girl who discovers she has telekinetic powers. The film explores themes of bullying and revenge.
9. The Others
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The Others is a supernatural horror film directed by Alejandro Amenábar. Nicole Kidman stars as Grace, a mother who lives with her two light-sensitive children in a secluded mansion. As strange occurrences unfold, Grace begins to suspect that the house is haunted.
10. Oculus
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Oculus is a psychological horror film directed by Mike Flanagan. Karen Gillan and Brenton Thwaites star as siblings who try to prove that an antique mirror is responsible for their family’s tragic past. The film blends supernatural horror with psychological tension.
11. The Sixth Sense
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Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, The Sixth Sense is a supernatural thriller starring Bruce Willis and Haley Joel Osment. The film follows a child psychologist who tries to help a young boy who claims to see dead people. The movie is renowned for its twist ending.
12. Insidious
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Insidious is a supernatural horror film directed by James Wan. Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne star as parents who seek help for their comatose son, who becomes a vessel for malevolent spirits. The film explores the realm of the supernatural with chilling effects.
13. Sinister
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Sinister is a 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. The film blends elements of supernatural horror with investigative thriller.
14. The Conjuring
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The Conjuring is a supernatural horror film directed by James Wan, based on the real-life cases of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga star as the Warrens, who help a family terrorized by a dark presence in their farmhouse.
