If you liked the creepy and scary vibes of Tin & Tina, then you’ll love this list of five movies that will keep you feeling scared and on the edge of your seat. These movies, like Tin & Tina, are about making you feel afraid and uneasy. They have spooky and supernatural things happening in them that will give you chills even after the movie is over.
If you’re interested in watching movies about kids without parents with a psychological horror theme, this list is for you. These five movies explore the scary side of having no family and will frighten you. You’ll be hooked by the suspense, mystery and creepy things that happen when young people are involved. Get ready to be scared and thrilled by these intense stories that make you question what’s good and what’s evil.
1. The Orphanage
The Orphanage is a 2007 Spanish horror movie directed by Juan Antonio Bayona. The story follows Laura, her husband Carlos and their son Simón as they move into an old orphanage where Laura grew up. They want to make it a home for disabled children.
But something strange happens. Simón starts acting strangely and talks about his imaginary friend, Tomás. Laura becomes worried and wants to understand what is going on. One day, during a party, Simón disappears without a trace.
Laura is devastated and is determined to find her son. She starts looking for answers and discovers that the orphanage has a tragic past. There are secrets and a ghostly presence that haunts the place.
With the help of a paranormal investigator named Aurora, Laura searches for clues. She learns that the orphanage’s history is filled with sadness and the spirits of the children who died there may be trying to communicate with her.
As the suspense builds, Laura gets more involved in the strange things happening at the orphanage. She must face her fears and make sacrifices to uncover the truth and save her son.
2. Case 39
Case 39 is a psychological horror film from 2009 directed by Christian Alvart. The story follows Emily Jenkins, a social worker who becomes involved in a troubling case concerning a young girl named Lilith Sullivan. At first, Emily believes she is helping Lilith escape from a harmful and unsafe family environment.
As Emily investigates further, she begins to suspect that there is something much more sinister at play. It becomes evident that Lilith is not an ordinary child. Strange occurrences and a series of violent events surround her. Emily starts to question if Lilith is the victim or the source of the horror.
With the help of Detective Mike Barron, Emily delves deeper into the mysterious circumstances surrounding Lilith’s life. They uncover a dark and supernatural secret: Lilith is a malevolent entity with the power to manipulate those around her. The more Emily tries to protect her, the more dangerous the situation becomes.
As Emily fights to save both herself and those close to her from Lilith’s deadly influence, she faces unimaginable challenges and tests of her own sanity. The lines between reality and illusion blur and Emily finds herself trapped in a nightmare that she can’t escape.
3. Orphan
Orphan is a 2009 psychological thriller film directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. The story follows a couple, Kate and John Coleman, who decide to adopt a nine-year-old girl named Esther after tragically losing their unborn baby.
Initially, Esther seems like the perfect addition to the family, charming everyone around her. However, as time passes, Kate begins to suspect that there is something deeply wrong with Esther. Strange incidents occur and people around Esther start to suffer accidents and harm.
As Kate investigates further, she uncovers a series of shocking secrets about Esther’s past. She discovers that Esther is not the innocent child she pretends to be. In fact, she is much older than she appears and has a history of violence and manipulation.
Determined to protect her family, Kate becomes increasingly suspicious of Esther’s true intentions. However, her husband and friends dismiss her concerns, thinking she is imagining things. As Kate races against time to expose Esther’s true nature, she puts herself and her loved ones in grave danger.
4. The Children
The Children is a 2008 horror film directed by Tom Shankland. It tells the story of a family coming together for a Christmas gathering. However, things take a dark and sinister turn when the children in the family start acting mysteriously violent and begin attacking the adults.
The movie follows Elaine and Jonah, a couple who visit their friends, Chloe and Robbie, along with their two young children, Nicky and Leah, for a holiday getaway. Initially, everything seems normal as the adults enjoy their time together while the children play.
However, as the days go by, the behavior of the children becomes increasingly unsettling. They exhibit strange symptoms, including aggression, fever and a coldness in their demeanor. The adults begin to suspect that something is seriously wrong with the kids.
As tension and fear escalate, the adults find themselves trapped in a nightmare. The children’s violent acts escalate to a desperate struggle for survival. The adults must protect themselves and find a way to stop the terrifying behavior of their own offspring.
5. The Devil's Backbone (2001)
The Devil’s Backbone is a 2001 Spanish-Mexican supernatural horror film directed by Guillermo del Toro. The story is set during the Spanish Civil War in 1939 and takes place in an isolated orphanage.
The film follows Carlos, a young boy who is sent to the orphanage after his father dies in the war. The orphanage is run by the kind-hearted Dr. Casares and the strict headmistress, Carmen. Carlos soon discovers that the orphanage is haunted by the ghost of a young boy named Santi, who was murdered and whose ghost now roams the halls.
As Carlos settles into life at the orphanage, he forms friendships with other children, including Jaime, a bully and Conchita, a girl who is drawn to the mysterious Santi. Together, they uncover dark secrets and hidden agendas among the adults at the orphanage.
As tensions rise, the horrors of war and the supernatural collide, leading to a climactic confrontation between the living and the dead. Carlos must confront his fears and make choices that will determine the fate of those around him.
