Ben je fan van 'Spuk unterm Riesenrad' (1979) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde magische, mysterieuze sfeer ademen. Of je nu houdt van spookverhalen, nostalgische settings of onverwachte plotwendingen, deze selectie biedt voor ieder wat wils.

The Changeling (1980)
Beschreibung: A classic haunted house film where a grieving man encounters a ghostly presence, unraveling a mystery tied to the house's dark past.
Fakt: The film is praised for its slow-building tension and is often cited as one of the best ghost stories ever made.


Poltergeist (1982)
Beschreibung: A family is terrorized by malevolent spirits in their suburban home, blending supernatural horror with domestic drama and a sense of dread.
Fakt: The film was co-written and produced by Steven Spielberg, and it sparked urban legends about a 'curse' due to the untimely deaths of several cast members.


The Sixth Sense (1999)
Beschreibung: A psychological horror film with a supernatural twist, focusing on a child who can see and communicate with the dead, leading to a shocking revelation.
Fakt: The iconic line 'I see dead people' was improvised by the young actor, and the film's twist ending became one of the most talked-about in cinema history.


The Others (2001)
Beschreibung: A slow-burning gothic horror that relies on atmosphere and psychological tension, featuring a haunted house and a twist ending that recontextualizes the entire story.
Fakt: The film was shot entirely in natural light to enhance its eerie atmosphere, and it was a major box office success despite its modest budget.


The Devil's Backbone (2001)
Beschreibung: A ghost story set during the Spanish Civil War, blending historical drama with supernatural elements and a poignant exploration of loss and memory.
Fakt: The film is often considered a spiritual precursor to Pan's Labyrinth, sharing similar themes and visual style.


The Ring (2002)
Beschreibung: A cursed videotape brings death to those who watch it, blending supernatural horror with a detective-style narrative and eerie visuals.
Fakt: The film's success popularized J-horror in the West, and its ghostly imagery became iconic in pop culture.


The Grudge (2004)
Beschreibung: A curse born from a violent death haunts its victims, creating a non-linear, atmospheric horror story with relentless dread.
Fakt: The film's ghost, Kayako, became one of the most recognizable figures in modern horror, with her eerie croaking sound.


The Conjuring (2013)
Beschreibung: Based on real-life paranormal investigations, this film combines haunted house tropes with intense, jump-scare-driven horror and a focus on family trauma.
Fakt: The film's success launched a cinematic universe, and it was praised for its practical effects and old-school horror techniques.


The Woman in Black (2012)
Beschreibung: A gothic ghost story set in a remote, decaying mansion, where a vengeful spirit haunts the living, creating a chilling and atmospheric tale.
Fakt: This was Daniel Radcliffe's first major film role after the Harry Potter series, and it revitalized interest in classic ghost stories.


Crimson Peak (2015)
Beschreibung: A visually stunning gothic romance with horror elements, featuring a haunted mansion, dark family secrets, and a tragic love story.
Fakt: Director Guillermo del Toro designed the mansion's sets to be characters themselves, with the house literally bleeding through the walls.
