This curated selection of horror films focuses on the theme of mysterious murders, offering viewers a spine-chilling experience filled with suspense, intrigue, and the unknown. These films not only entertain but also challenge the audience to piece together the puzzle of who, why, and how the killings occur, making them a perfect watch for those who love a good mystery wrapped in horror.

The Others (2001)
Description: Grace Stewart, a devoutly religious mother, lives in a remote manor with her two photosensitive children, where strange occurrences lead to the discovery of a dark secret.
Fact: The film was shot in Spain, but set in the Channel Islands, and was nominated for numerous awards, including the BAFTA for Best British Film.


The Skeleton Key (2005)
Description: A hospice nurse working at a spooky old house in Louisiana uncovers a series of mysterious deaths and a dark history of hoodoo magic.
Fact: The film was shot in New Orleans, and the house used for filming was actually built for the movie.


The Woman in Black (2012)
Description: A chilling tale of a young lawyer who travels to a remote village to settle the affairs of a deceased client, only to uncover a series of mysterious deaths linked to a ghostly figure.
Fact: The film is based on Susan Hill's 1983 novel of the same name. It was the first film to be released by Hammer Film Productions in 30 years.


The Awakening (2011)
Description: A skeptical author of books debunking supernatural phenomena is called to investigate a haunting at a boys' boarding school, leading to a series of eerie events.
Fact: The film was shot at the historic Trinity College, Cambridge, adding to its atmospheric setting.


The Invitation (2015)
Description: A man attends a dinner party hosted by his ex-wife, where the evening takes a sinister turn as he suspects her new friends of having ulterior motives.
Fact: The film was shot in one location, a house in Los Angeles, to create an intense, claustrophobic atmosphere.


The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: Two coroners perform an autopsy on an unidentified woman, only to discover that she holds secrets that defy explanation and lead to horrifying events.
Fact: The film was shot in a real morgue, adding to its eerie authenticity.


The Girl with All the Gifts (2016)
Description: In a post-apocalyptic world, a special child with unique abilities is at the center of a mysterious experiment and a series of unexplained deaths.
Fact: The film is based on M.R. Carey's novel of the same name, which was originally a screenplay.


The Pact (2012)
Description: After her sister disappears, a woman returns to their childhood home, uncovering a dark family secret and a series of mysterious murders.
Fact: The film was initially released as a web series before being compiled into a feature film.


The Orphanage (2007)
Description: A woman returns to her childhood orphanage to reopen it, but her son's disappearance leads her into a web of ghostly mysteries and past secrets.
Fact: This Spanish film was remade in English as "The Orphanage" in 2011, but the original is considered superior.


The Haunting of Hill House (2018)
Description: This Netflix series explores the lives of the Crain family, who are haunted by the memories and mysteries of their old family home.
Fact: The series is based on Shirley Jackson's 1959 novel but significantly expands on the original story.
