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Originally announced as a television miniseries, The House (2022) became an anthology film, telling different stories about the same house set in different worlds and characters. The story tells three stories about madness, wealth, and the pursuit of true happiness. It is a three-part anthology film produced by Nexus Studios in London for Netflix. I – And heard within, a lie is spun Mabel, a young girl, resides with her father Raymond, mother Penny, and new sister Isobel in a state of relative poverty. Following a visit from their wealthy and patronizing relatives, Raymond stumbles into the forest inebriated ...

Men (2022) is a British folk horror film written and directed by Alex Garland. It stars Jessie Buckley as a widowed woman who takes a holiday to a countryside village, only to be disturbed and tormented by the unconventional male residents, all played by Rory Kinnear. After her husband James commits suicide, Harper Marlowe seeks solace in the quiet village of Cotson. Troubled by James’ behavior, Harper attempts to message a friend about feeling unsafe. However, James catches her and reads the messages, causing him to ...

Directed by Michael Chaves, with a screenplay by David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick from a story co-written by James Wan, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do (2021) It is an American supernatural horror film that serves as the seventh installment in The Conjuring Universe. Set in 1981, the film follows demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren as they document the exorcism of 8-year-old David Glatzel in Brookfield, Connecticut. During the exorcism, Arne Johnson, Debbie’s boyfriend and David’s brother-in-law, ...

Chapelwaite (2021), inspired by Stephen King’s short story ‘Jerusalem’s Lot’, is an American horror series that premiered on Epix in August 2021 and concluded in October of the same year. Despite initially being renewed for a second season in February 2022, MGM+ later announced in November 2023 that there would be no further developments. According to Rotten Tomatoes, which aggregates reviews from various critics, 60% of the 20 reviews are positive and give it an average rating of 6.20/10. While the ten episodes may feel a bit slow-paced, Chapelwaite offers an eerie mystery with moments ...

Behind Her Eyes (2021) is a British limited series that combines elements of noir, supernatural, and psychological thriller genres. Created by Steve Lightfoot, it premiered on Netflix on 17 February 2021. The show’s source material is the 2017 novel of the same name by Sarah Pinborough. Starring Simona Brown, Tom Bateman, Eve Hewson, and Robert Aramayo, it promises to be a ...

Midnight Mass (2021) is a gothic supernatural horror miniseries streaming in America. It’s created and directed by Mike Flanagan, and the cast includes Zach Gilford, Kate Siegel, Hamish Linklater, Samantha Sloyan, Rahul Kohli, Kristin Lehman, and Henry Thomas. The fictional ...

The film The Curse of La Llorona (2019), directed by Michael Chaves, is based on the Latin American legend of La Llorona. Set in 1673 Mexico, a family is playing in a field when the youngest son gives his mother a cherished necklace. However, their peaceful day takes a dark turn when the mother begins violently drowning her children in a nearby stream. Over 300 years later, in 1973 Los Angeles, caseworker Anna is investigating the truancy of Patricia Alvarez’s two children. Upon arriving at Patricia’s house for a welfare check, she finds the children locked behind a door. Despite being warned to stay away ...

Gary Dauberman’s directorial debut, Annabelle Comes Home (2019), is an American supernatural horror film that follows the events of 2014’s Annabelle and 2017’s Annabelle: Creation. Produced by James Wan and Peter Safran, it serves as the sixth installment in The Conjuring Universe franchise. After demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren take possession of the demonic Annabelle doll from nurses Debbie and Camilla, they drive back home with it safely locked in a sacred glass case. ...

Servant (2019–2023) is an American psychological horror streaming television series created by Tony Basgallop and executive produced by M. Night Shyamalan for Apple TV+. Set in Philadelphia, it centers on the Turner household, where Leanne Grayson, a young nanny, is hired to care for the infant Jericho. However, the baby is actually a reborn doll that Dorothy, Jericho’s mother, believes to be her real son. As Leanne settles in, strange occurrences begin to unfold, revealing dark secrets about both her and the family. The show has garnered critical acclaim for its ...

Andy Muschietti directs the American supernatural horror film, It Chapter Two (2019), with a screenplay by Gary Dauberman. The sequel to the 2017 film, It, is the second part of a two-part adaptation of Stephen King’s 1986 novel, covering the latter half of the book. In 2016, Twenty-seven years since Its defeat, Pennywise returns to Derry, Maine. After brutal attacks from homophobic teens at a carnival result in the death of Adrian Mellon and his boyfriend, Mike Hanlon contacts the remaining members of the ...

The American gothic supernatural horror film, The Nun (2018), directed by Corin Hardy and written by Gary Dauberman from a story by Dauberman and James Wan, takes place in 1952 Romania. At Saint Cartha’s monastery, two nuns fall victim to an unseen evil force. Sister Victoria, the sole survivor of the attack, hangs herself in terror. Her body is found by Frenchie, a villager who regularly brings supplies to the nuns. In response to the tragedy, the Vatican sends Father ...

Insidious: The Last Key (2018), an American supernatural horror film directed by Adam Robitel and written by Leigh Whannell, follows a story that progresses through the events of the Insidious franchise. This fourth installment takes place in Five Keys, New Mexico in 1953. Elise Rainier lives there with her parents Audrey and Gerald, as well as her younger brother Christian. When they encounter a ghost in their bedroom, Christian searches for help but is unable to find the whistle their mother gave him. In response, Gerald locks Elise up after caning her for not ...

As an American psychological horror television series, Castle Rock (2018–2019) draws inspiration from the stories created by Stephen King and his fictional town of Castle Rock, Maine. Set in the Stephen King’s multiverse, this series combines elements from the author’s most beloved works, weaving an epic tale of light and darkness on a small patch of Maine woodland. Throughout King’s literary career, the fictional town of Castle Rock has played a significant role, appearing in works such as Cujo, ...

Luca Guadagnino’s supernatural horror film, Suspiria (2018), was written by David Kajganich and draws inspiration from Dario Argento’s 1977 Italian film of the same name. Set in West Berlin during the German Autumn of 1977, it follows the story of Susie Bannion, an American from a Mennonite family in Ohio who enrolls at the Markos Dance Academy. The academy is still reeling from the mysterious disappearance of one of its students, Patricia Hingle. Patricia had confided in her psychotherapist, Josef Klemperer, ...

Annabelle: Creation (2017) is an American supernatural horror movie directed by David F. Sandberg, written by Gary Dauberman and produced by Peter Safran and James Wan. As the fourth film in The Conjuring Universe franchise and a prequel to 2014’s Annabelle, it tells the story of Samuel Mullins, a dollmaker, and his wife Esther, who are grieving the loss of their seven-year-old daughter Annabelle, also known as ‘Bee’. When she tragically ...

It (2017) is an American supernatural horror film directed by Andy Muschietti and written by Chase Palmer, Cary Fukunaga, and Gary Dauberman. The movie is based on the 1986 novel of the same name by Stephen King and focuses on the first half of the story. In October 1988, twelve-year-old Bill Denbrough creates a paper sailboat for his six-year-old brother, Georgie. While playing with it in the rain, Georgie loses the boat down ...

Damien (2016), the A&E television series based on the horror film series The Omen, serves as a direct sequel to the 1976 film of the same name, disregarding its various sequels. According to prophecy, to end all of God’s creation, Satan’s own son must reign over all nations. Damien Thorn must come to terms with his destiny as a latter-day Antichrist. Despite his inherent human nature and emotions, his demonic origins will ultimately prevail. From a young age, Damien always knew he was set apart from others. His abilities could cause harm and even death to those who opposed him or posed a threat in his eyes. As he discovers his true identity as ...

The Exorcist (2016–2018), a supernatural horror series produced by Jeremy Slater for Fox, is a continuation of the original 1973 film. It disregards the sequels that followed. Angela experiences terrifying nightmares, while her husband and older daughter struggle with their own troubles. Mysterious noises coming from inside the walls unsettle Angela’s younger daughter. In the midst of this turmoil, two priests come together to fight against an ancient force of evil that threatens them all. The TV Show The Exorcist is a fast-paced psychological thriller that follows two ...

The Conjuring 2 (2016) is an American supernatural horror film is directed by James Wan. In the infamous Amityville home, Ed and Lorraine Warren are joined by the Lutz family. The Lutz family claims to have been experiencing paranormal activity after Ronald DeFeo, Jr. murdered his family a year prior with a shotgun. During a seance led by the Warrens, Lorraine has a vision of herself in Ronald’s position on the night of the murders. She witnesses herself committing the heinous acts on both Ronald’s parents and three siblings. A terrifying encounter with a demonic nun follows, along with witnessing a ...

Underworld: Blood Wars (2016) is an action-packed horror film helmed by director Anna Foerster and written by Cory Goodman. The ongoing battle between Vampires and Lycans continues, with the Lycans led by Marius gaining the upper hand. Believing that the hybrid daughter of Selene, a Vampire Death Dealer, holds the key to their victory, Marius sets his sights on capturing her. However, their attempt is thwarted when Selene reveals that her daughter has cut ties with her and she does not know where she is. Meanwhile, Vampire Elder Semira pleads with Thomas, another elder ...