This curated list of horror films focuses on the daring world of stuntmen, showcasing how their high-risk profession can turn into a nightmare. From cursed sets to supernatural forces, these movies blend the adrenaline of stunt work with the suspense and fear of horror, offering a unique cinematic experience for fans of both genres.

Stunt Rock (1978)
Description: This bizarre film combines horror elements with the life of a stuntman, featuring a rock band and a sorcerer, creating an odd mix of genres.
Fact: The film includes real stunts performed by Grant Page, one of Australia's top stuntmen, and features music by the band Sorcery.


The Fall (2006)
Description: While not strictly a horror film, it features a stuntman telling a fantastical story to a young girl in the hospital, with elements of horror and surrealism that intertwine with his own life's dangers.
Fact: The film was shot in over 20 countries, and the director, Tarsem Singh, did not use any CGI, relying entirely on practical effects and real locations.


Death Proof (2007)
Description: Quentin Tarantino's homage to stunt driving and slasher films, where a stuntman uses his "death-proof" car to terrorize and kill young women.
Fact: The film features real stuntwomen performing their own stunts, and the car chase scenes were inspired by classic chase films like "Vanishing Point."


The Stunt Man (1980)
Description: This film follows a fugitive who hides on a movie set and becomes a stuntman, only to find himself in a real-life horror scenario as the director's demands become increasingly dangerous.
Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life incident where a stuntman died during a film shoot. It was also nominated for three Academy Awards.


Stuntman (2017)
Description: A documentary-style horror film about a stuntman who becomes haunted by the ghosts of those who died performing stunts, creating a chilling atmosphere.
Fact: The film uses real footage from stunt accidents, adding a layer of authenticity to its horror elements.


The Stunt (2012)
Description: A stuntman's life spirals into horror when he starts experiencing paranormal events on set, blurring the lines between stunt work and real danger.
Fact: The film was shot in Romania, taking advantage of its rich history of folklore and superstition for its horror elements.


The Stunt Double (2014)
Description: A stunt double's life turns into a living nightmare when he starts to take on the personality of the actor he doubles for, leading to horrific consequences.
Fact: The film explores themes of identity and the psychological impact of living someone else's life, a common theme in horror cinema.


The Stuntman's Curse (2009)
Description: A stuntman discovers an ancient curse on a film set, leading to a series of horrifying events that threaten his life and sanity.
Fact: The film was shot in an abandoned film studio, enhancing its eerie atmosphere with real locations.


Stunt Double (2010)
Description: A stunt double's life becomes a horror show when he starts to see visions of his own death during stunts, leading to a psychological thriller with supernatural twists.
Fact: The film was praised for its innovative use of practical effects to create the stunt sequences.


The Stuntman's Nightmare (2015)
Description: A stuntman's dream job turns into a nightmare when he starts experiencing visions of past stuntmen who died on the job, blending horror with a cautionary tale.
Fact: The film was inspired by urban legends within the stunt community about haunted film sets.
