Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 14, 2026

10 Best Movies Like The Poolside Slasher

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

🏆

Expert Review & Ratings

See our full critical analysis and audience score for The Poolside Slasher.

View Review →
Advertisement
#1
The Prowler

The Prowler

1981★ 5.9

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

Thirty years after a murder on the night of Avalon Bay's graduation dance, the sleepy town's teens meet grisly ends at the hands of a prowler once thought to be a jilted soldier ho...

#2
The Strangers

The Strangers

2008★ 6.1

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

After a 4 a.m. knock at the door and haunting voices, Kristen McKay and James Hoyt’s remote getaway becomes a psychological night of terror as three masked strangers invade. Now th...

#3
Henry Gamble's Birthday Party

Henry Gamble's Birthday Party

2015★ 6.0

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

Unfolding over the course of one very eventful day in his life, at 17-year-old preacher’s kid Henry's afternoon birthday pool party, the guests include an assortment of grown-ups f...

#4
The Funhouse

The Funhouse

1981★ 5.9

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

Rebellious teen Amy defies her parents by going to a trashy carnival that has pulled into town. In tow are her boyfriend, Buzz, and their friends Liz and Richie. Thinking it would...

#5
The Color of Money

The Color of Money

1986★ 6.9

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

Former pool hustler "Fast Eddie" Felson decides he wants to return to the game by taking a pupil. He meets talented but green Vincent Lauria and proposes a partnership. As they tou...

#6
The Purge: Anarchy

The Purge: Anarchy

2014★ 6.6

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

One night per year, the government sanctions a 12-hour period in which citizens can commit any crime they wish -- including murder -- without fear of punishment or imprisonment. Le...

Advertisement