Ben je fan van 'The Strain' (2014) en op zoek naar soortgelijke series of films die je op het puntje van je stoel houden? Dit artikel biedt 10 spannende opties die dezelfde mix van horror, spanning en mysterie bieden. Perfect voor liefhebbers van vampierverhalen met een duistere twist!

The Walking Dead (2010)
Beschreibung: A post-apocalyptic horror series focusing on survival amidst a viral outbreak that turns people into zombies. It explores human nature under extreme conditions and features intense, gory action sequences.
Fakt: The show is based on a comic book series of the same name by Robert Kirkman. It became one of the most-watched TV series in cable history.


The Last Ship (2014)
Beschreibung: A military drama about a naval crew surviving a global pandemic that wipes out most of humanity. It focuses on leadership, survival, and finding a cure while battling threats.
Fakt: The show was inspired by a 1988 novel of the same name but diverges significantly in its plot and characters.


The Returned (2012)
Beschreibung: A supernatural drama where deceased individuals mysteriously return to their small town, causing emotional and psychological turmoil. It explores themes of loss, identity, and the uncanny.
Fakt: The French original, titled Les Revenants, was praised for its haunting atmosphere and melancholic tone.


Penny Dreadful (2014)
Beschreibung: A Gothic horror series weaving together classic literary monsters like Dracula and Frankenstein in Victorian London. It’s rich in atmosphere, psychological depth, and macabre storytelling.
Fakt: The title refers to the cheap, sensational serialized stories popular in 19th-century Britain, which the show pays homage to.


The Terror (2018)
Beschreibung: A historical horror anthology series blending real events with supernatural terror. The first season follows a doomed Arctic expedition plagued by a mysterious creature and paranoia.
Fakt: It is loosely based on the true story of the lost Franklin Expedition, adding a chilling layer of realism to the horror.


Helix (2014)
Beschreibung: A sci-fi horror series about scientists investigating a deadly virus in a remote Arctic research facility. It features body horror, conspiracy, and a race against time to contain the outbreak.
Fakt: The show was created by Ronald D. Moore, known for his work on Battlestar Galactica, and blends horror with scientific intrigue.


Fear the Walking Dead (2015)
Beschreibung: A spin-off that delves into the early days of a zombie apocalypse, emphasizing the breakdown of society and the struggle to survive. It shares themes of family bonds and moral dilemmas in a collapsing world.
Fakt: It was initially set in Los Angeles, making it the first Walking Dead series to explore the outbreak in a major urban center.


Z Nation (2014)
Beschreibung: A mix of horror and dark comedy set during a zombie apocalypse, following a group transporting the only known survivor of a zombie bite. It blends action, survival, and quirky humor.
Fakt: The show features a variety of zombie types, including radioactive and zombie animals, adding unique twists to the genre.


Van Helsing (2016)
Beschreibung: A dark fantasy series where vampires dominate a post-apocalyptic world, and a woman with unique abilities becomes humanity’s last hope. It combines horror, action, and supernatural elements.
Fakt: The series reimagines the Van Helsing mythos, making the protagonist a descendant of the legendary vampire hunter.


Kingdom (2019)
Beschreibung: A historical horror-thriller set in Korea’s Joseon period, where a mysterious plague turns people into ravenous creatures. It combines political intrigue with fast-paced zombie action.
Fakt: It is one of the first Korean zombie series and gained international acclaim for its unique setting and storytelling.
