12 Movies Like Get Out

Our first selection is Jennifer’s Body, a horror film that dives into the portrayal of women in a paranormal way. Bookworm Needy and cheerleader Jennifer are friends even though they don’t have much in common, even less so when Jennifer develops a taste for human blood. As her male classmates disappear in horrifying ways, it is up to Needy to find a way to stop the rampage before it reaches her boyfriend.

–IMDb score: 5.5

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Similar to Get Out, the main character Ma is not as kind as everyone believes. Created by Tate Taylor, Ma is a psychological thriller where a lonely woman befriends a group of teens, letting them party at her house. The kids love the extra freedom and think their luck couldn’t get any better, but when weird things start to happen, they question the intentions of their host.

–IMDb score: 5.6

A couple of renditions of Candyman have been made over the years, with the newest one coming out in 2021. In the film, many years have passed since the last of the Cabrini towers were taken down and Anthony and his partner move into the now gentrified town. When Anthony learns about the Candyman from an old timer, he dives into macabre details for painting ideas and unwittingly opens a door that will unravel his sanity and a wave of violence.

–IMDb score: 5.9

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Instead of having racial undertones, It Follows explores the agency a woman has over her body as something stalks her from the shadows. After a seemingly innocent physical encounter with a boy, Jay becomes plagued with visions and the feeling that something is following her. Jay teams up with her friends to stay away from the horror only a few steps behind, all while trying to figure out what’s going on.

–IMDb score: 6.8

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Similar to Get Out, Nope was directed by Jordan Peele and is one of the newer films on our list. Random objects are falling from the sky, with one of them killing the father of ranch-owning siblings OJ and Emerald. As the two attempt to capture video evidence of the flying object dropping dangerous objects to the ground with help from tech salesman Angel and Documentarian Antlers, they realize they are in more danger than they realize.

–IMDb score: 6.8

Yet another psychological film directed by Jordan Peele is Us, which gives a horrifying meaning to the phrase “you are your own worst enemy.” The Wilson family travels to Santa Cruz to get away from their busy lives and spend time with their friends the Tylers. One night after Jason almost wanders off from the family, a group of four mysterious people break into Adelaide Wilson’s childhood home. The catch? They all look like the Wilsons, except for their grotesque features.

–IMDb score: 6.8

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Though not as racially charged as Get Out, Sorry to Bother You explores the workplace and the different relationships within. In an alternate Oakland, California, telemarketer Cassius discovers a magical key that can bring him material glory. His career begins to soar, while his friends and co-workers protest against corporate oppression. The apex comes when Cassius meets CEO Steve Lift, and is offered a salary beyond his dreams.

–IMDb score: 6.9

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Secrets within a new family are the connection between Get Out and Ready or Not. After getting married, Grace is on top of the world but must pass one final test before fitting in with her husband’s family. She must survive her wedding night while the rest of the family tries to hunt her down in an extremely satire film starring Samara Weaving.

–IMDb score: 6.9

The stars of our next film selection may have bit off more than they can chew in The Menu. Margot and Tyler are excited about their journey, joining a group of wealthy guests for a prestigious culinary experience led by Julian Slowik. Slowik is known for his exquisite food, finally ready to reveal his magnum opus. But are the guests ready for the shocking truth behind this stellar chef?

–IMDb score: 7.2

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American Psycho stars Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman, a young professional who becomes a serial killer by night, showing two very different sides of the same person like in Get Out. Along with Bateman, explore the lives of a detective, fiancé, mistress, and coworker as their lives blend with Bateman’s in a comedic twist that takes a man and turns him into a monster.

–IMDb score: 7.6

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Originally believed to be controversial, Rosemary’s Baby became a cult classic with strong undercurrents of how females struggle with their relationship with their bodies. Rosemary and her husband Guy move to an apartment in NYC, meeting new friends Roman and Minnie. Shortly after Rosemary gets pregnant, and steadily starts to get cut off from her circle of friends, hinting at a conspiracy that traps Rosemary in suspicion and mental anguish.

–IMDb score: 8.0

The final film on our list is the Stephen King classic The Shining, which is similar to Get Out due to the hidden and dangerous actions of your family. When aspiring author Jack lands a caretaking job at a remote hotel, he believes he can finally finish his long-awaited novel. Bringing his wife and son along with him, Jack hits a major case of writer’s block and strange things start to happen in the hotel. Jack’s son Danny has paranormal powers, and they get put to the test when Jack starts losing his touch on reality and all three get trapped inside by relentless snowstorms.

–IMDb score: 8.4

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