Top 10 Horror Films About Medicine

Description: While primarily known for its demonic possession theme, the film includes medical scenes where doctors attempt to diagnose the young girl's condition, showcasing the intersection of medicine and the supernatural.

Fact: The film was nominated for 10 Academy Awards, winning two. It was also one of the first horror films to be considered for Best Picture.

Description: A young doctor discovers a sinister plot involving patients who fall into comas after routine surgeries. It's a classic medical thriller that explores the fear of medical malpractice and conspiracy.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Robin Cook, who is known for his medical thrillers. Michael Crichton, the director, was a medical doctor before becoming a renowned author and filmmaker.

Description: After waking from a coma, a schoolteacher gains psychic abilities, which he uses to prevent disasters. The film's medical horror aspect comes from the aftermath of his coma and the psychological impact of his new abilities.

Fact: The film was adapted from a Stephen King novel. Christopher Walken, who plays the lead, was nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Actor.

Description: A seemingly perfect dentist spirals into madness, using his profession to exact revenge on his patients. It's a chilling look at the trust placed in medical professionals.

Fact: The film was followed by a sequel, "The Dentist

Description: A hospice nurse uncovers dark secrets involving voodoo and hoodoo in a decaying mansion, blending medical care with supernatural horror.

Fact: The film was shot in New Orleans, adding to its eerie atmosphere. The mansion used in the film is the Felicity Plantation, known for its haunting beauty.

Description: A young woman finds herself in a psychiatric hospital, where she encounters a ghost haunting the ward, blending psychological horror with medical settings.

Fact: Directed by John Carpenter, this was his first film in 10 years. The film was shot in Spokane, Washington, in a real former psychiatric hospital.

Description: This film follows a father-son duo of coroners who uncover supernatural horrors during the autopsy of an unidentified woman. Its inclusion in this list is due to its focus on the medical procedure of an autopsy, revealing the unknown and terrifying.

Fact: The film was shot in a real morgue, adding to its authenticity. The character of Jane Doe was inspired by real-life cases of unidentified bodies.

Description: A medical student brings the dead back to life with disastrous consequences, exploring themes of medical ethics and the boundaries of science.

Fact: The film is based on H.P. Lovecraft's story "Herbert West–Reanimator." It has since become a cult classic in the horror genre.

Description: A group of medical students experiment with near-death experiences, only to find that their past sins come back to haunt them. This film delves into the ethical and psychological aspects of medical experimentation.

Fact: The film was remade in 2017 with a new cast. The original film was directed by Joel Schumacher, known for his work on "The Lost Boys."

Description: A mad scientist performs a grotesque experiment by surgically connecting three people mouth-to-anus, pushing the boundaries of medical horror to its limits.

Fact: The film was banned in several countries due to its graphic content. It spawned two sequels, each more extreme than the last.