The workplace, often seen as a place of productivity and routine, can also be a setting for terror and suspense. This curated list of horror films delves into the dark side of professional environments, where the daily grind turns into a nightmare. Whether it's the eerie isolation of a night shift or the sinister secrets hidden within corporate walls, these films offer a unique blend of horror and workplace dynamics, providing not only scares but also a reflection on the psychological toll of work life.
The Haunting (1963)
Description: A group of people participate in a study on fear in a haunted mansion, which becomes their temporary workplace, leading to terrifying experiences.
Fact: The film was based on Shirley Jackson's novel "The Haunting of Hill House."
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The Fog (1980)
Description: A small town is besieged by a mysterious fog carrying vengeful spirits. The local radio station becomes a key setting where the horror unfolds.
Fact: John Carpenter directed this film, known for his work in horror cinema.
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The Dead Zone (1983)
Description: While not strictly a workplace horror, the film features a teacher who wakes up from a coma with psychic abilities, leading to horrifying visions at his school, his new workplace.
Fact: The film was adapted from Stephen King's novel of the same name.
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Session 9 (2001)
Description: A crew hired to clean up an abandoned asylum encounters supernatural forces. The workplace setting of the asylum adds layers of psychological horror.
Fact: The film was shot in the Danvers State Hospital, which was known for its haunting atmosphere.
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The Descent (2005)
Description: A group of women go on a caving expedition, which quickly turns into a fight for survival against cave-dwelling creatures. The cave system becomes their terrifying workplace.
Fact: The film features an all-female cast, which was quite rare for horror films at the time.
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The Crazies (2010)
Description: In a small town, a military plane crash releases a biological weapon, turning residents into homicidal maniacs. The local sheriff's office becomes the epicenter of the chaos.
Fact: The film is a remake of George A. Romero's 1973 film of the same name.
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The Belko Experiment (2016)
Description: Employees at an office building in Bogotá are forced into a deadly game where they must kill each other to survive. The corporate environment becomes a battleground, highlighting the dark side of office politics.
Fact: The film was originally conceived as a short story by James Gunn.
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The Invitation (2015)
Description: A dinner party in a seemingly normal home turns sinister, with the host's past and intentions creating a workplace of psychological horror.
Fact: The film was shot in a single location to increase the tension and claustrophobia.
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The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: This film takes place in a morgue, where two coroners uncover the horrifying truth about a mysterious body. The workplace setting amplifies the tension as the characters are trapped with the supernatural.
Fact: The film was shot in a real morgue to enhance the authenticity of the setting.
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The Triangle (2005)
Description: Set on a cargo ship, this miniseries explores the Bermuda Triangle's mysteries, where the crew faces supernatural phenomena, turning their workplace into a place of terror.
Fact: The series was inspired by real-life disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle.
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