In these 17 frightening films based on actual events, some details may be embellished, but they hew close enough to the real incidents that telling yourself ‘it’s just a movie’ won’t be ...

A dying serial killer transfers his consciousness into a popular kids doll using voodoo. A struggling single mother gifts her six-year-old son the much sought-after doll for his birthday, and the doll slowly …

Sep 10, 2025 · Sometimes truth is far scarier than fiction, and some of the best horror films of all time drew inspiration from real-life tales of terror.

We’ve ranked 25 of the best horror films based on true stories, looking at their chills, cultural impact, and the haunting real-life tales behind them.

Sep 16, 2024 · From "The Conjuring" to "Psycho" to "The Exorcist," these horror movies based on true stories depict real paranormal activity, vicious serial killers, and more.

Aug 4, 2022 · We round up 30 of the best horror films and scary movies based on true stories, from actual serial killers and exorcisms to haunted dolls and home invasions.

Jul 24, 2024 · Horror movies based on true stories are terrifying, and if you're in the mood for a good scare, then these scary films inspired by actual events are for you.

Jun 20, 2025 · I’ve put together a ranked list of the 15 best horror films inspired by true stories, from hauntings to human monsters. These movies blend fact with fiction, but their real-world roots keep …

Oct 28, 2025 · Over 6,000 movie fans have voted to shape these rankings of the best horror movies based on true stories. The top films in this tally are thrilling tales that explore real-life terror and tragedy.

Oct 31, 2024 · The 14 best horror movies based on true stories, ranked Entertainment Weekly compares real cases with the films they inspired, including "The Exorcist," "The Strangers," and more.