The spooky season is here, and streaming platforms are rolling out their most thrilling offerings to captivate viewers with eerie stories. Netflix, in particular, is broadening its selection to include not only American-made films and series but also international productions from across the globe!
One of the standout Indian-language releases is “CTRL,” which follows Nella and Joe, a popular social media influencer couple. When Joe cheats on Nella, she uses AI app to erase his digital existence from her computer and social media accounts, leading to terrifying consequences.
Those who already watched the picture are intrigued by its unique take on AI in the horror genre, leaving them hungry for more. Check this list of 10 chilling movies where technology serves as a central or motivating force in the narrative.
Top 10 horror movies featuring technology like ‘CTRL’
- Cam
Alice is a camgirl determined to climb the ranks on her streaming platform. Her success takes a horrifying turn when she discovers that her account has been hijacked by a doppelgänger who continues to perform under her name and pushes boundaries far beyond Alice’s limits.
Available on Netflix.
- Unfriended
A group of high school friends are chatting online via Skype on the anniversary of their classmate Laura Barns’ suicide, who had been cyberbullied after a humiliating video of her was posted online, leading to her death. During their chat, an unknown user, claiming to be Laura, joins the call and begins tormenting the group.
Available on Netflix.
- The Den
Elizabeth is a college student conducting research on webcam interactions for her thesis. While exploring a random chat website, she witnesses a horrific murder live on her screen. When trying to report the incident, the protagonist becomes the target of a sinister hacker who begins to invade her digital life.
Available on AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, IFC Films Unlimited Apple TV Channel.
- FeardotCom
NYPD detective Mike Reilly investigates a series of mysterious deaths linked to a sinister website that causes its users to die within 48 hours of visiting it. As he digs deeper, he discovers that the site is a front for a malevolent force that manipulates the fears of its users, leading to gruesome consequences.
Available on Screambox Amazon Channel, Tubi TV, Pluto TV, Freevee.
- One Missed Call
A group of friends begins receiving mysterious voicemail messages that predict their deaths. Each message features the victim’s own voice, recorded moments before their demise, creating a chilling countdown to their fate.
Available to buy on Apple TV+.
- The Invisible Man
Cecilia Kass escapes from an abusive relationship with a wealthy and brilliant scientist called Adrian Griffin. After Adrian’s apparent suicide, Cecilia begins to suspect that he has faked his death and is using his invisibility technology to stalk and torment her.
Available on Freevee.
- Barbarian
Tess, a young woman, arrives at a rental home in Detroit only to discover that it has been double-booked and another guest, Keith, is already staying there. Despite her initial reservations, Tess decides to stay the night, but strange occurrences soon escalate, revealing dark secrets hidden within the house.
Available on Prime Video.
- Host
A group of friends decides to hold a virtual séance over a video call to pass the time while in pandemic lockdown. Led by a medium, the friends attempt to connect with the spirit world, but their lighthearted gathering takes a dark turn when they inadvertently invite a malevolent entity into their lives.
Available on AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel, Shudder Apple TV Channel.
- M3GAN
Gemma is a roboticist who creates an advanced artificial intelligence doll named M3GAN designed to be a child’s greatest companion and protector. After a tragic accident leaves Gemma as the guardian of her orphaned niece, Cady, she introduces M3GAN to help care for the girl. Initially, M3GAN proves to be the perfect friend, but as her programming evolves, her protective instincts turn dangerous, leading to eliminate anyone she perceives as a threat to Cady.
Available on Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel, Starz, Starz Amazon Channel.
