Delve into the eerie world of aviation with our curated list of horror films about pilots. This collection is perfect for those who enjoy the thrill of horror combined with the high-stakes environment of flight. Each film offers a unique blend of suspense, supernatural elements, or psychological terror, making them must-watches for fans of both genres.
Turbulence (1997)
Description: A psychological thriller where a serial killer escapes custody on a plane, leading to a terrifying ordeal for the passengers and crew.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use CGI for its airplane scenes extensively.
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Airspeed (1998)
Description: While primarily an action film, it includes elements of horror as a plane's autopilot system goes rogue, endangering everyone on board.
Fact: The film was shot using a real Boeing
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The Langoliers (1995)
Description: Based on Stephen King's novella, this miniseries involves passengers on a flight who wake up to find most of their fellow travelers have vanished, leading to a terrifying adventure.
Fact: The film was shot in Bangor, Maine, where Stephen King resides.
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The Flight of the Phoenix (1965)
Description: This film, while not strictly a horror, includes elements of survival horror as a group of men must rebuild their crashed plane in the desert, facing both the elements and their own fears.
Fact: The film was remade in 2004 with a different cast. The original is noted for its realistic portrayal of aircraft mechanics.
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Flight 7500 (2014)
Description: A supernatural horror film where passengers on a flight encounter ghostly presences after one of them dies mid-flight.
Fact: The film was directed by Takashi Shimizu, known for the "Ju-on" series.
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The Twilight Zone: The Arrival (1963)
Description: This episode from the classic series features a pilot who lands at an airport where no one else can see his plane, leading to psychological horror and existential dread.
Fact: The episode was directed by Boris Sagal, father of actress Katey Sagal.
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The Horror of Flight 247 (1975)
Description: A made-for-TV movie about a flight where passengers are terrorized by a mysterious creature on board.
Fact: It was one of the earliest films to explore the horror of flying.
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The Ghost of Flight 401 (1978)
Description: Based on true events, this film recounts the haunting of Eastern Air Lines Flight 401 by the ghosts of its deceased crew members.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life crash of Eastern Air Lines Flight 401 in
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The Plane That Couldn't Land (1976)
Description: A plane with a malfunctioning landing gear leads to a tense situation where the crew and passengers must deal with the fear of a crash landing.
Fact: The film was originally a TV movie.
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The Horror at 37,000 Feet (1973)
Description: A classic made-for-TV horror film where passengers on a flight experience supernatural events linked to an ancient artifact being transported in the cargo hold.
Fact: The film features a young William Shatner in a supporting role.
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