The Ouija board, a tool for communicating with spirits, has long fascinated and frightened people. This curated list of films delves into the eerie and often terrifying consequences of using this mystical board. From classic horror to modern thrillers, these movies explore themes of possession, hauntings, and the unknown, providing a thrilling experience for those intrigued by the supernatural.

The Exorcist (1973)
Description: While not exclusively about a Ouija board, the film features a scene where the board is used to communicate with the demon Pazuzu.
Fact: The film was nominated for 10 Academy Awards and won two.


The Amityville Horror (1979)
Description: The Lutz family encounters supernatural phenomena, including a scene where a Ouija board is used to communicate with spirits.
Fact: The film is based on the alleged real-life haunting of the Amityville house.


What Lies Beneath (2000)
Description: A woman uses a Ouija board to uncover secrets about her husband's past, leading to supernatural occurrences.
Fact: Directed by Robert Zemeckis, known for "Back to the Future" and "Forrest Gump."


The Haunting in Connecticut (2009)
Description: A family moves into a house with a dark history, where a Ouija board plays a role in revealing the past.
Fact: The movie is loosely based on real-life events.


Ouija (2014)
Description: This film follows a group of friends who use a Ouija board to contact a deceased friend, only to unleash a malevolent spirit.
Fact: The movie was inspired by the Hasbro board game, and it spawned a sequel, "Ouija: Origin of Evil."


The Conjuring (2013)
Description: Although not centered on a Ouija board, the film includes a scene where the board is used to communicate with spirits.
Fact: The film is part of a larger franchise exploring paranormal investigations.


Paranormal Activity 2 (2010)
Description: A family experiences paranormal activity after using a Ouija board, leading to terrifying consequences.
Fact: The film uses a found footage style to enhance the realism of the events.


Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016)
Description: Set in the late 1960s, this prequel explores how a family's use of a Ouija board for a séance goes horribly wrong.
Fact: Directed by Mike Flanagan, known for his work on "The Haunting of Hill House."


The Unborn (2009)
Description: A young woman uses a Ouija board to understand her haunting visions, revealing a dark family secret.
Fact: The film features a cameo by Gary Oldman.


Witchboard (1986)
Description: A woman becomes possessed after using a Ouija-like board, leading her friends to seek help from a psychic.
Fact: This film was one of the first to explore the dangers of spirit boards in a horror context.
