Top Horror Movies Based on Popular Legends and Myths

A slow-burn horror film set in 17th-century New England, exploring witchcraft and family dynamics.

Combines urban legends like Bloody Mary and The Hook Man to create a terrifying villain.

Combines South Korean and Japanese folklore to create a mysterious and atmospheric horror film.

Inspired by the Mothman urban legend, involving supernatural events in West Virginia.

Draws from Moroccan folklore, featuring a vengeful spirit as a central horror element.

A unique take on vampire mythology, suggesting a real vampire was used in a 1922 film.

Inspired by the urban legend of a killer calling from inside the house, creating a tense horror atmosphere.

Based on the Latin American legend of La Llorona, a spirit who mourns her drowned children.

Introduces the Wendigo from Native American folklore, blending horror with cultural mythology.

Incorporates elements from Japanese legends like Okiku and Oiwa to create a haunting ghost story.