140 Chilling French Horror Films
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The Night of the HuntedMovie · 1980 · 87m · Horror, ThrillerA psychological thriller about a woman admitted to a remote clinic in a strange landscape. The clinic treats patients with a unique amnesia linked to a local environmental event, causing them to lose their memories and identities.
The woman navigates the relationships between patients and staff while struggling to piece together her own fragmented past. The film explores identity, memory, and the fight to maintain self in the face of uncertainty.
As she uncovers secrets within the clinic, she confronts a disturbing truth about her past and the events that brought her there. The story intensifies as she tries to hold onto her sense of self, revealing a chilling look at how easily memory can be lost in an unpredictable world.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.4 - 102
TaxidermiaMovie · 2006 · 94m · Drama, Horror, ComedySpanning three generations, the story begins with a World War II orderly seeking release through bizarre acts. His affair leads to a son who develops an extreme appetite and becomes a competitive speed eater. This son, in turn, has a child fixated on taxidermy.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 103
Mama DraculaMovie · 1980 · 90m · Comedy, Horror, ThrillerIn a world where virginity is rare, a vampire woman faces a timeless problem: she must drink from the blood of virgins to live forever. Over centuries, the number of willing donors has decreased, putting her in a desperate situation. She begins a difficult search for a suitable virgin while navigating lies, temptations, and the difficult questions about who she is. This darkly funny story explores survival, identity, and the results of an endless need.IMDb 2.8TMDB 3.1 - 104
The BackwoodsMovie · 2006 · 97m · Horror, Thriller, ActionA British couple's vacation in Spain takes a dark turn when they stumble upon a young girl held captive in a remote cabin.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.4 - 105
MadSMovie · 2024 · 89m · Horror, ThrillerA teenager visits his drug dealer to try a new substance before going out to party. On his way home, he encounters an injured woman, and the night unexpectedly becomes bizarre.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 106
That Cold Dead Look in Your EyesMovie · 2021 · 92mLeonard faces the loss of his girlfriend, his home, and his job, all while experiencing unsettling hallucinations. Are these symptoms of extreme stress, or a consequence of the city's newly implemented technology? He must uncover the truth before he becomes permanently trapped in this disturbing reality.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.8 - 107
Hatchet for the HoneymoonMovie · 1970 · 83m · Horror, ThrillerThis psychological thriller follows a man consumed by grief after his ex-wife's death. Haunted by her ghost, he descends into madness and begins a violent path of destruction.
The film explores grief, mental instability, and how memories can distort reality. As the protagonist struggles with sanity, the atmosphere becomes suspenseful, blending violence and despair.
The director creates a disturbing atmosphere while examining the complexities of relationships and how grief can transform love into something dark. It's a powerful and unsettling story that questions our perception of reality and the depths of pain-driven desperation.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 108
Sadistic HallucinationsMovie · 1969 · 81mA secluded French castle becomes the site of secretive gatherings and ghostly occurrences, intertwined with disturbing sexual encounters. The situation escalates rapidly, culminating in a surprising conclusion.IMDb 5.2TMDB 2.2 - 109
The Strange Color of Your Body's TearsMovie · 2013 · 102m · Horror, ThrillerA man returns from a business trip to find his wife has disappeared. His search leads him through a confusing series of clues involving potential lovers, lies, and a possible murder.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.2 - 110
NovemberMovie · 1992 · 90mMedical student Sara experiences visions and discovers she possesses telekinetic abilities. Terrified, she hides a disturbing truth: following each episode of unconsciousness, she finds evidence of the murders and mutilations she has committed.IMDb 7.3TMDB 3.7 - 111
The SwarmMovie · 2021 · 101m · Horror, DramaTo provide a sustainable food source, a single mother raises locusts for their high protein content. Her efforts to increase their population are hampered until she discovers the insects have a unique appetite: for blood.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.8 - 112
SatanMovie · 2006 · 94m · Comedy, Horror, ThrillerAfter leaving a disco, a group of young people encounter a shepherd who intends to spend the night worshipping Satan.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.7 - 113
AmerMovie · 2009 · 90m · Thriller, HorrorAna experiences profound encounters with her own body and desires at three pivotal points in her life. As a child, she briefly revives her deceased grandfather. During adolescence, she explores the connection between decay and sexuality. Later, returning to her abandoned childhood home, she confronts feelings of loss and isolation.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 114
The Grapes of DeathMovie · 1978 · 91m · HorrorA young woman discovers a horrifying secret in a beautiful vineyard region: a pesticide is turning the local population into violent monsters. The once-peaceful townspeople are gradually transformed by the toxic substance. As panic grows, she must navigate a terrifying world where everyone she knows is dangerous and survival depends on uncovering the truth behind the gruesome changes in the wine country. The film examines the devastating effects of environmental disaster and the unsettling consequences of our disregard for nature.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8 - 115
OgroffMovie · 1983 · 90mOgroff, a former soldier living in self-imposed exile in the French countryside, believes war is still ongoing and attacks anyone who approaches his isolated home. When a family's car breaks down on his property, they are forced to fight for survival.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.2 - 116
Fury of the DemonMovie · 2016 · 60mA film historian's investigation into a rare and highly controversial early French film reveals a captivating, lost short that provokes intense, even violent, reactions in viewers.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 117
The BrokenMovie · 2008 · 93m · Thriller, Drama, HorrorA successful radiologist's life unravels when she spots someone who looks exactly like her driving in London. As she investigates this doppelganger, she uncovers a frightening mystery linking her family and friends, forcing her to question everyone around her.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.4 - 118
From Ear to EarMovie · 1970 · 81mLucille, paralyzed and dependent, becomes the target of her sister and cousins, Josine and Elisa. During a reckless game, the three girls unintentionally kill Elisa's lover. They then try to make Lucille take responsibility for the murder, and in doing so, uncover a disturbing truth about the cause of Lucille’s condition.IMDb 5.0TMDB 3.0 - 119
TeddyMovie · 2020 · 89m · Comedy, Drama, HorrorIn a quiet French village, twenty-something Teddy is bitten by an unidentified animal and begins to undergo disturbing transformations.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 120
LividMovie · 2011 · 92m · HorrorThree friends – Lucie, Ben, and William – explore the house of an elderly woman in search of a hidden treasure. Their quest unleashes a series of supernatural occurrences that profoundly alter their lives.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 121
Savage StateMovie · 2012 · 70mFive friends go camping in the woods for a weekend, documenting their trip on film. However, one of them disappears during the night. Their vacation film quickly transforms into a chilling account of the events. - 122
The Little StrangerMovie · 2018 · 111m · Mystery, HorrorDuring a hot summer in post-war Warwickshire, a doctor is summoned to Hundreds Hall, a remote house with a long history belonging to the Ayres family. The Georgian mansion, which has been their home for over two centuries, is falling into disrepair. But is the family facing something more troubling than just the decline of their traditions?IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7 - 123
Wheels of TerrorMovie · 1990 · 85mA quiet town is gripped by fear as a mysterious stranger targets young girls, kidnapping and harming them. When the school bus driver's own daughter is abducted, he launches a frantic pursuit to find the perpetrator.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.5 - 124
The Shiver of the VampiresMovie · 1971 · 95m · HorrorA newly married couple on their honeymoon seeks romance in a secluded, ancient castle. They soon discover the castle is secretly inhabited by vampires who have made it their lair. Their idyllic escape turns into a terrifying ordeal as the couple realizes they are trapped. They must fight for survival against the vampires while also relying on each other. The castle's beauty hides a deadly darkness, testing their love and loyalty as they face unimaginable danger.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.1 - 125
OxygenMovie · 2021 · 100m · Science Fiction, Thriller, HorrorA woman awakens in a cryogenic chamber with no memory of her arrival and must escape before her oxygen depletes.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 126
Experiment in EvilMovie · 1960 · 95m · TV Movie, Science Fiction, HorrorIn a quiet Parisian suburb, Dr. Cordelier isolates himself to study the human mind. His friendship with Maître Joly strains as Joly observes strange behavior from the brilliant, reclusive scientist. When Cordelier writes a will leaving everything to the mysterious Monsieur Opale, Joly grows increasingly confused and worried. Joly's suspicions deepen upon learning of Opale’s history of violence against women and children, but Cordelier remains devoted to him.
After a tragic event involving one of Cordelier's colleagues, Joly resolves to discover the truth about his friend’s connection to Opale. What he discovers is unsettling, forcing him to confront questions of loyalty, right and wrong, and the mysteries of the human mind. The film explores friendship, betrayal, and the extreme measures one scientist will take to understand the brain.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 127
IrreversibleMovie · 2002 · 93m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeAfter a woman is brutally raped, her lover and her ex-boyfriend decide to take matters into their own hands. Driven by the belief that some wrongs can't be forgiven, fueled by primal rage, and frustrated by the failures of the justice system, they seek vengeance.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 128
MastemahMovie · 2022 · 100mFollowing a disturbing incident during a hypnosis session, psychiatrist Louise establishes a practice in a remote location. Her work with Theo, a brooding and enigmatic patient, coincides with a series of deaths among those around her.IMDb 4.3TMDB 5.4 - 129
Final CutMovie · 2022 · 110m · Horror, ComedyA small film crew working on a low-budget zombie movie finds themselves in deadly trouble when they are unexpectedly confronted by actual zombies.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 130
The Cradle of ShadowsMovie · 2015 · 84mPsychologists studying unusual occurrences in a deserted bunker uncover something terrifying, unleashing a dark power. A desperate chase through the darkness ensues.IMDb 3.0TMDB 2.9 - 131
PoltergayMovie · 2006 · 93m · Comedy, HorrorMarc and Emma are excited to move into their new home, unaware of its past. The house once housed a gay nightclub that was tragically destroyed by a fire. Now, they discover the house is haunted by the spirits of five former clubgoers.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.1 - 132
The RoomMovie · 2006 · 79mA family dealing with internal struggles finds their lives upended by the sudden appearance of an unusual door in their home, forcing them to confront long-buried truths.IMDb 3.0TMDB 3.8 - 133
RevengeMovie · 2018 · 108m · Action, Horror, ThrillerA woman's romantic trip with her boyfriend, who is already married and wealthy, is complicated when his friends show up for a sudden hunting excursion. The atmosphere in their house becomes increasingly strained, leading to a surprising and unforeseen outcome.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 134
Super ZMovie · 2022 · 80mA family of genetically modified super-zombies navigates life.IMDb 5.0TMDB 3.6 - 135
High TensionMovie · 2003 · 91m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryMarie and Alexia, best friends, plan a relaxing weekend at Alexia's family farmhouse, tucked away in the countryside. However, their peaceful escape quickly descends into terror the moment they arrive. What begins as an idyllic getaway transforms into a horrifying ordeal that stretches into an unending night.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 136
The Iron RoseMovie · 1973 · 80m · Horror, Drama, FantasyA young couple's peaceful sunset walk through a large cemetery turns unsettling. As night falls, they become disoriented and desperately try to find their way out. The cemetery’s confusing layout and growing darkness amplify their fear, transforming their simple stroll into a terrifying ordeal. The film explores their vulnerability and primal instincts as they confront their deepest fears while lost after dark.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 137
And the Devil Laughs with MeMovie · 2017 · 25mSamuel is a sensitive and lonely young man who finds solace only in hardcore punk and underground horror films. He frequently feels misunderstood and often thinks about his ex-girlfriend, Eva. In moments of intense pain, he even talks to the Devil.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.4 - 138
Knock Knock!Movie · 2015 · 8mA young woman receives an unexpected package on her doorstep just as she's about to hang a vintage mirror. As she prepares to open it, a series of knocks echo through her apartment. The question becomes: who – or what – is making those noises?IMDb 5.7TMDB 7.1 - 139
Let the Right One InMovie · 2008 · 115m · Horror, DramaTwelve-year-old Oskar, a shy and often bullied boy, befriends his new neighbor, Eli, a mysterious and somewhat withdrawn girl. Their friendship begins tentatively, but Oskar and Eli gradually grow close. However, it soon becomes clear that Eli is not like other children.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
