Detective Films with a Supernatural Twist: The Ouija Board Collection

Description: Although not a detective film per se, the Lutz family's use of a Ouija board in this classic horror film leads to uncovering the dark history of their new home, sparking a detective-like investigation into the paranormal.

Fact: The film is based on the alleged true story of the Lutz family, though the events have been widely disputed.

Description: A hospice nurse uses a Ouija board to uncover the secrets of an old mansion, leading her into a web of voodoo and mystery that she must solve to save her patient.

Fact: The film was shot in New Orleans, adding to its authentic atmosphere.

Description: While not primarily about a Ouija board, the film includes a scene where the board is used, leading to a legal battle over the exorcism of a young woman, blending courtroom drama with supernatural elements.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the real-life case of Anneliese Michel.

Description: A family moves into a house with a dark history, where a Ouija board session reveals the presence of spirits, leading to a detective-like investigation into the house's past.

Fact: The film was inspired by the Snedeker family's alleged experiences, which were later debunked.

Description: After being released from a mental institution, a young woman uses a Ouija board to contact her deceased mother, uncovering a sinister plot in this psychological thriller.

Fact: This film is a remake of the 2003 South Korean film "A Tale of Two Sisters."

Description: While the film focuses on demonic possession, a Ouija board is used by the Perron family, leading to an investigation by paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren.

Fact: The film is based on the case files of the Warrens, who were real-life paranormal investigators.

Description: Set in post-World War I England, this film follows a skeptical ghost hunter who uses a Ouija board to debunk a haunting at a boys' boarding school, only to find herself entangled in a real mystery.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of Florence Cook, a famous medium in the late 19th century.

Description: A prequel to the 2014 film, this movie explores how a widow and her daughters inadvertently unleash a malevolent spirit through their use of a Ouija board, leading to a chilling detective story to save their souls.

Fact: The film was praised for its period setting and the performances of its young cast.

Description: While not directly involving a Ouija board, the film's plot revolves around a morgue worker who encounters a possessed corpse, leading to a supernatural investigation.

Fact: The film was originally titled "The Heretics" and was rebranded for its theatrical release.

Description: A group of friends use a Ouija board to contact spirits, but when one of them goes missing, the rest must solve the mystery, blending horror with detective elements.

Fact: The film was made with a very low budget but gained a cult following.