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10 Best Movies Like The Empty Nest

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

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#1
Daniel Isn't Real

Daniel Isn't Real

2019★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Empty Nest for fans of Horror. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

A troubled college freshman resurrects his imaginary friend to help him cope with a violent trauma....

#2
Bagman

Bagman

2024★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Empty Nest for fans of Horror. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

For centuries and across cultures, parents have warned their children of the legendary Bagman, who snatches innocent children and stuffs them into his vile, rotting bag—never to be...

#3
The Hangman

The Hangman

2024★ 5.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Empty Nest for fans of Horror. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

Troubled father Leon takes son camping in Appalachia. Local cult summons evil Hangman demon. Son goes missing. Leon must confront cult, monster to find him amid rising body count....

#4
Turtles All the Way Down

Turtles All the Way Down

2024★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Empty Nest for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Aza confronts her potential for love, happiness, friendship, and hope while navigating an endless barrage of invasive, obsessive thoughts....

#5
Hider in the House

Hider in the House

1989★ 5.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Empty Nest for fans of Thriller. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A deranged man hides in the attic of a new house and becomes obsessed with the unsuspecting family that moves in....

#6
The Girl in the Book

The Girl in the Book

2015★ 5.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Empty Nest for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

The story of a young writer's transformation when her past invades her present....

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