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Decades of Boos: 12 Great Haunted House Movies from 1960 on… [with trailers]

The Shining (1980)

Alright, fellow horror aficionados, gather ’round! You know that feeling when you’re snowed in with your family in a spooky hotel? No? Well, strap in for a chilling ride as we join Jack Nicholson losing his marbles, encountering ghostly horrors, and uttering that iconic phrase, “Here’s Johnny!” Trust me, it’ll forever change the way you feel about hedge-mazes.

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Poltergeist (1982)

Imagine moving into your dream home, only to discover it’s haunted by mischievous spirits. Join the Freelings, a family caught in a supernatural whirlwind, where chairs stack themselves and TVs channel spirits. And remember, when a ghostly voice whispers, “They’re here,” it’s time to grab your popcorn and hide under a blanket!

The Haunting (1963)

Get ready to spend a chilling night at the haunted Hill House. Picture a group of brave souls spending the night in a mansion with a reputation for spectral mischief. You’ll be on the edge of your seat as you witness eerie occurrences, unexplained noises, and doors that seem to have a mind of their own. It’s a classic!

The Conjuring (2013)

Follow along with the real-life investigations of ghost-hunters, Ed and Lorraine Warren. This film will have you huddled in fear as a family is terrorized by malevolent spirits in their farmhouse. You’ll witness creepy dolls, possession, and jump scares that’ll make you spill your popcorn.

Crimson Peak (2015)

Calling all fans of gothic romance and horror! Guillermo del Toro invites us to a decaying mansion where love is intertwined with darkness. Picture a young woman exploring a haunted house full of secrets, eerie apparitions, and blood-red clay seeping through the floors. It’s a visually stunning and spine-chilling tale that will leave you yearning for a good ghostly love story.

Insidious (2010)

You might notice a familiar face in this movie if you’re a fan of the conjuring films. Join a family’s fight against malevolent entities in their own home. Ghost hunters, séances, and a demon. This movie regularly makes it onto many peoples’ scariest movies list.

The Others (2001)

Nicole Kidman delivers a knockout performance as a woman whose life takes a chilling turn. Prepare for a suspenseful ghost story that will keep you guessing until the very end. Just remember to keep a spare flashlight nearby.

Paranormal Activity (2007)

Arguably the movie that revamped and reinvigorated the home-movie-horror genre (also known as “found footage”). Join a couple who document the eerie occurrences in their home. Nighttime footage, invisible footprints, and a demon lurking in the shadows—this found-footage horror flick will have you questioning every creak and bump in your own house.

The Amityville Horror (1979)

Grab your lucky rabbit’s foot, folks, ’cause we’re stepping into the real-life nightmare that inspired countless horror tales. A family moves into a house with a dark past, and let’s just say, their dream home quickly turns into a waking nightmare. Prepare for haunted flies, oozing walls, and a menacing red-eyed pig. Sweet dreams after this one!

Thirteen Ghosts (2001)

In this visually stunning horror film, a family inherits an eccentric mansion filled with a collection of restless spirits. But these are not your average Casper-like ghosts—they’re downright terrifying! With names like the Juggernaut and the Torso, these apparitions will have you double-checking your closet before bedtime. Plus, the house itself is a labyrinth of shifting walls and deadly traps, making it the ultimate haunted real estate nightmare. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of scares, supernatural thrills, and a crash course in ghostly real estate law.

A Tale of Two Sisters (2003)

Two sisters return home from a mental institution in this South Korean horror flick, only to encounter sinister supernatural events. This atmospheric thriller will have you questioning reality, scratching your head, and reaching for the comfort of a nightlight.

The Orphanage (2007)

And last, but not least, we’re off to a Spanish orphanage brimming with secrets and paranormal surprises. Follow a woman’s quest to find her missing son, as she unravels the dark history of her childhood home. Prepare for ghostly children, haunted masks, and a finale that will tug at your heartstrings while giving you the heebie-jeebies. Don’t forget to bring tissues and a lucky charm for this emotional rollercoaster!

Enjoy these spooky movies, my horror-loving friends, and may they haunt your dreams in the best possible way!

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