This curated list of horror films focuses on the unique blend of military settings and supernatural or psychological terror. These films offer a thrilling mix of action, suspense, and horror, showcasing soldiers in scenarios far beyond their typical combat duties. From haunted battlefields to psychological breakdowns, these movies provide a gripping experience for those interested in the darker side of military life.

The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: While not exclusively about soldiers, it features a teacher who wakes from a coma with psychic abilities, foreseeing a soldier's rise to power with disastrous consequences.
Fact: Directed by David Cronenberg, known for his work in body horror.


The Keep (1983)
Description: A group of German soldiers guarding an ancient fortress in Romania unwittingly release an evil entity, leading to supernatural horror.
Fact: The film was heavily edited by the studio, resulting in a disjointed narrative.


Dog Soldiers (2002)
Description: A British squad on a training mission in Scotland encounters werewolves, leading to a desperate fight for survival. This film blends military action with classic horror elements.
Fact: The film was shot in Luxembourg due to budget constraints, and the werewolves were created using practical effects.


The Dead (2010)
Description: An American soldier and a local African soldier must navigate through a zombie-infested landscape to reach safety.
Fact: The film was shot in Burkina Faso, showcasing a unique setting for a zombie movie.


The Devil's Rock (2011)
Description: Set during the D-Day invasion, New Zealand commandos encounter a German occultist who has summoned a demon to aid in the war effort.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life Channel Islands occupation during WWII.


The Forgotten (2014)
Description: A group of soldiers on a secret mission in the Arctic encounter an ancient evil, blending military survival with supernatural horror.
Fact: The film was shot in the harsh conditions of the Arctic Circle, adding to its realism.


The Outpost (2020)
Description: While primarily a war film, it includes intense psychological horror elements as soldiers face overwhelming odds in a remote Afghan outpost.
Fact: Based on the true story of the Battle of Kamdesh, one of the bloodiest engagements of the Afghanistan War.


The Objective (2008)
Description: A CIA operative leads a Special Forces team into Afghanistan to investigate a mysterious artifact, encountering supernatural forces.
Fact: The film was shot in Morocco to simulate the Afghan landscape.


Overlord (1975)
Description: While not a traditional horror film, this WWII drama includes eerie and surreal elements, focusing on a soldier's descent into madness before D-Day.
Fact: The film uses real footage from the Imperial War Museum to enhance its authenticity.


The Bunker (2001)
Description: German soldiers in a bunker during WWII face psychological horror as they encounter a malevolent force within their shelter.
Fact: The film was shot in an actual WWII bunker, adding to its claustrophobic atmosphere.
