6 films based on horror novels

'Pet Sematary' is based on Stephen King's novel. It involves a mysterious burial ground where things that are buried come back in a very disturbing way. The movie effectively builds tension and horror around this concept.

Well, 'It' is a well - known film based on a horror novel. It has a really creepy clown named Pennywise who preys on children. Then there's 'Rosemary's Baby'. This film, based on Ira Levin's novel, tells the story of a woman who suspects that her unborn baby is part of a satanic plot. Also, 'The Exorcist', based on William Peter Blatty's novel, is about a young girl possessed by a demon, and it's extremely terrifying.

There is 'Dracula' which is based on Bram Stoker's famous horror novel. It introduced the world to the iconic vampire. 'Frankenstein' is also there, based on Mary Shelley's novel. The story of a scientist creating a living being from dead parts is a horror staple. 'The Silence of the Lambs' based on Thomas Harris's novel features the brilliant and terrifying Hannibal Lecter.

Definitely. 'Christine' is a famous 1984 horror film based on King's work. A car that's possessed and goes on a killing spree? It's a very original horror concept that has attracted a lot of fans over the years.

I think 'It' is very popular. The idea of a shape - shifting evil entity that preys on children is really scary. The character of Pennywise the clown has become an iconic horror figure. 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' is also well - liked. The concept of being killed in your dreams is unique and terrifying. Also, 'Rosemary's Baby' is popular for its slow - building sense of dread and the disturbing story of a satanic pregnancy.

Sure. 'The Shining' based on Stephen King's novel is a classic. It has a great sense of psychological horror. 'Psycho' is also a famous one, which was inspired by a horror novel. And 'Rosemary's Baby' is another, with its creepy atmosphere.

In my opinion, 'The Exorcist' has a really scary plot. It's about a young girl possessed by a demon. The way the possession is depicted, with her body contorting and the foul language she uses, is extremely disturbing. It's based on William Peter Blatty's novel and the movie just amplifies the horror. Another one is 'The Shining'. The isolation of the family in the hotel and the gradual descent into madness of the father, as described in Stephen King's novel and shown in the movie, is very creepy.

One well - known horror film based on a novel is 'The Shining'. It was based on Stephen King's novel. The movie, directed by Stanley Kubrick, is famous for its creepy atmosphere in the isolated hotel. Another is 'Psycho', which was inspired by Robert Bloch's novel. Hitchcock's adaptation made it a classic in the horror genre with its shocking shower scene. And 'Rosemary's Baby' based on Ira Levin's novel is also quite renowned for its slow - building sense of dread and satanic undertones.

Well, 'The Omen' is a well - known one based on David Seltzer's novel. It's about a child who might be the Antichrist. Another is 'Carrie' from Stephen King's novel. The story of a bullied girl with telekinetic powers is really scary. 'The Birds' by Alfred Hitchcock was inspired by Daphne du Maurier's story. The sudden attacks by birds are quite unnerving.

Another great one is 'Zodiac'. This film is based on the true story of the Zodiac Killer. It follows the investigators as they try to track down the serial killer who taunted the police with cryptic letters and symbols. The movie creates a sense of unease and mystery as the search for the killer continues.