Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 09, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Nightmare

If you loved Nightmare, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
The Locksmith

The Locksmith

2023★ 5.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Nightmare for fans of Crime & Drama & Mystery. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

A thief fresh out of prison, tries to work his way back into the life of his daughter and ex-fiancé. Determined, he is forced to use the skills he has as a gifted locksmith. Things...

#2
Shimmer Lake

Shimmer Lake

2017★ 5.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Nightmare for fans of Crime & Drama & Mystery. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Shot in reverse day-by-day through a week—a local sheriff embarks on a quest to unlock the mystery of three small-town criminals and a bank heist gone wrong....

#3
The Double

The Double

2011★ 5.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Nightmare for fans of Crime & Drama. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

The mysterious murder of a US senator bearing the distinctive trademark of the legendary Soviet assassin 'Cassius', forces retired CIA operative, Paul Shepherson to team with rooki...

#4
Reap What You Sew: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery

Reap What You Sew: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery

2018★ 6.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Nightmare for fans of Crime & Drama & Mystery. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Internet sensation and old family friend of Aurora Teagarden, Poppy Wilson, has returned to Lawrenceton to start her new embroidery business. But not everyone is happy with Poppy's...

#5
The Glass Key

The Glass Key

1942★ 6.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Nightmare for fans of Crime & Mystery. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A crooked politician finds himself being accused of murder by a gangster from whom he refused help during a re-election campaign....

#6
House by the River

House by the River

1950★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Nightmare for fans of Crime & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Wealthy writer Stephen Byrne tries to seduce the family maid, but when she resists, he kills her. Long jealous of his brother John, Stephen does his best to pin the blame for the m...

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