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| Fans Can't Stop Talking About Leviticus — Here Are 21 Films That Capture a Similar Vibe. (Credits: IMDb) |
Leviticus has quickly become one of the most discussed horror films of 2026. Mixing supernatural terror, forbidden romance, coming-of-age drama and social commentary, the film leaves viewers emotionally wrecked one minute and nervously checking dark corners the next. Naturally, many fans finished the film and immediately started asking the same question: what should I watch next?
The good news is that while Leviticus offers a unique story centred on Naim and Ryan, there are plenty of films that explore similar themes of identity, first love, emotional isolation, supernatural dread and psychological horror. Some lean harder into romance, others focus on terrifying creatures, while a few somehow manage to make viewers cry and panic at the same time.
Online reactions have been fascinating. Some viewers describe Leviticus as one of the year's most heartbreaking horror films, while others praise its ability to blend emotional storytelling with relentless tension.
A few fans have jokingly admitted they expected a simple supernatural thriller and instead received an emotional crisis wrapped inside a horror film. Either way, the search for similar movies has already begun.
Movies Like LEVITICUS
1. It Follows (2014)
If Leviticus has a cinematic cousin, it is probably It Follows. The film follows a young woman pursued by a mysterious supernatural force that slowly stalks its victims.
Like Leviticus, it uses an invisible threat and strict supernatural rules to create constant tension. The sense of dread never leaves the screen.
2. Talk to Me (2022)
Australian horror hit Talk to Me explores grief, friendship and dangerous supernatural encounters through a cursed embalmed hand.
Much like Leviticus, it balances emotional vulnerability with genuinely frightening moments and focuses heavily on young characters facing consequences they barely understand.
3. Bones and All (2022)
This haunting romance follows two outsiders travelling across America while struggling with a terrifying condition. Like Leviticus, it combines horror with a deeply emotional love story and examines what happens when society labels people as different.
4. Thelma (2017)
A supernatural thriller about a young woman raised in a strict religious environment who discovers frightening powers while falling in love. The themes of repression, identity and fear feel remarkably close to those explored in Leviticus.
5. Raw (2016)
A coming-of-age horror story that transforms personal discovery into something physically and emotionally disturbing. Like Leviticus, Raw uses horror elements as a metaphor for growing up and understanding oneself.
6. Saint Maud (2019)
Religious obsession takes centre stage in this psychological horror masterpiece. While the plot differs significantly, fans of Leviticus may appreciate how both stories explore belief systems, guilt and the consequences of extreme devotion.
7. Jennifer's Body (2009)
Often misunderstood upon release, this cult favourite combines horror, dark humour and emotional relationships. Beneath the monster attacks lies a surprisingly thoughtful exploration of desire, identity and social expectations.
8. The Babadook (2014)
A terrifying creature becomes the physical manifestation of emotional pain and unresolved trauma. Like Leviticus, the horror works because the emotional themes underneath are just as powerful as the scares.
9. Let the Right One In (2008)
This Swedish horror romance follows a lonely boy who forms an unusual bond with a mysterious neighbour. It shares Leviticus' blend of tenderness, isolation and supernatural danger.
10. Closet Monster (2015)
Part horror metaphor, part coming-of-age drama, Closet Monster examines identity and personal struggles through surreal imagery and emotional storytelling.
Fans who connected with the emotional side of Leviticus should add this to their watchlist immediately.
11. Titane (2021)
Strange, unpredictable and impossible to forget, Titane explores transformation, identity and human connection through an unconventional horror lens. It is not an easy watch, but neither is forgetting it afterwards.
12. A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
The classic supernatural stalker film remains influential decades later. Like the entity in Leviticus, Freddy Krueger turns fear into a relentless pursuit where escape never feels guaranteed.
13. We're All Going to the World's Fair (2021)
A quiet psychological horror film examining loneliness, online culture and self-discovery. Its atmosphere and emotional depth make it a surprisingly fitting companion piece to Leviticus.
14. The Witch (2015)
Set within a deeply religious community, The Witch explores fear, suspicion and isolation. Fans drawn to the religious themes of Leviticus will likely appreciate its slow-burning approach.
15. The Innocents (2021)
A group of children discover strange abilities, leading to unsettling consequences. While very different in plot, it shares the same unsettling atmosphere and emotional intensity that make Leviticus so memorable.
16. Knife+Heart (2018)
This stylish horror mystery blends romance, suspense and a serial killer narrative. It stands out for its emotional core and willingness to explore relationships rarely seen in mainstream horror.
17. Mysterious Skin (2004)
Although not a horror film, it explores trauma, adolescence and self-discovery with remarkable sensitivity. Viewers interested in the emotional themes of Leviticus may find it equally powerful.
18. The Blackcoat's Daughter (2015)
Atmospheric, unsettling and emotionally devastating, this supernatural horror story focuses on loneliness and emotional vulnerability. It delivers a similar sense of creeping dread.
19. Hellbender (2021)
A coming-of-age horror film that combines supernatural elements with questions of identity and belonging. Like Leviticus, it explores what happens when young people discover truths about themselves that change everything.
20. The Eyes of My Mother (2016)
This deeply unsettling psychological horror film focuses on isolation, longing and emotional disconnection. Its haunting atmosphere will appeal to viewers who enjoyed the darker emotional aspects of Leviticus.
21. The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020)
Technically a limited series rather than a film, but it deserves inclusion. Beneath the ghosts and supernatural mysteries lies one of the most emotional horror romances of recent years. If Leviticus made you realise horror can also break your heart, Bly Manor should be next on your list.
What makes Leviticus stand out is not simply the supernatural entity chasing its characters. Plenty of horror films have scary monsters. The difference is that the film combines fear with longing, identity, first love and emotional vulnerability.
That combination is rare, and it explains why viewers have become so attached to Letivicus so quickly. Have you already watched any of these titles, or do you think another film deserves a place on the list?