100+ Movies like Five Nights at Freddy's
Willy's Wonderland
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "Willy's Wonderland" revolve around a night guard working at an abandoned family entertainment center haunted by possessed animatronic mascots. The animatronics were brought to life by the souls of murdered children, seeking revenge on the living. The night guard must survive multiple nights fending off the murderous animatronics while uncovering the dark truth behind the establishment's history. In both films, the animatronics are controlled by a serial killer who used the restaurant as a cover for their crimes. The night guard ultimately defeats the killer and the animatronics, freeing the trapped souls of the children. The stories parallel each other in their core premise, setting, and the night guard's struggle against the haunted animatronics seeking vengeance.
Tales of Halloween
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "Tales of Halloween" involve supernatural entities haunting and terrorizing people, particularly children, on Halloween night. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", the animatronic mascots at the pizzeria are possessed by the ghosts of murdered children, seeking revenge on the killer. Similarly, in "Tales of Halloween", various horror creatures and entities like Sweet Tooth, the Demon of All Hallows Eve, and Mary Bailey haunt and attack people, often children, on Halloween. Both movies explore themes of the dark side of childhood innocence being corrupted by evil forces. The plots revolve around uncovering the truth behind the supernatural threats and finding ways to stop them, often involving confronting the evil perpetrators responsible for the hauntings.
Benny Loves You
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "Benny Loves You" revolve around possessed toys/animatronics that turn murderous. In Five Nights at Freddy's, the animatronic mascots of an abandoned pizzeria are possessed by the souls of murdered children, while in Benny Loves You, a teddy bear named Benny becomes possessed and starts killing people. The main characters in both movies are initially unaware of the true nature of the possessed toys and must uncover the dark secrets behind their murderous rampages. Both movies feature a central character (Mike in Five Nights at Freddy's, Jack in Benny Loves You) who gets entangled with the possessed toys and must fight to survive against their deadly antics. The movies share themes of childhood innocence corrupted by evil forces, as well as the dangers of becoming too attached to inanimate objects. Ultimately, the possessed toys are revealed to be under the control of a human villain (William Afton in Five Nights at Freddy's, the teddy bear in Benny Loves You) who must be defeated to stop the killing spree.
A Nightmare on Elm Street
Both "A Nightmare on Elm Street" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" involve a supernatural entity that haunts and kills people, especially teenagers, through their dreams or nightmares. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", the animatronic mascots possessed by the ghosts of murdered children terrorize the night guard and others. Similarly, in "A Nightmare on Elm Street", the vengeful spirit of a burned child molester named Freddy Krueger attacks and kills teenagers in their dreams. The protagonists in both films, Mike and Nancy, discover dark secrets from the past related to the killings and must find a way to stop the supernatural threat. There are parallels in the backstories involving the murders of children and the parents' role in seeking vigilante justice against the killers. Both movies build suspense and horror through the blurring of dreams and reality as the characters struggle with insomnia and nightmares.
The Factory
Both "The Factory" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" involve a disturbing kidnapping and imprisonment plot where innocent victims, including children, are held captive by a deranged killer. The protagonists, Mike and Abby, are drawn into the sinister events and must confront the villains to rescue the captives. The villains, William Afton and Carl, are serial killers who prey on vulnerable individuals for their twisted desires. The stories build suspense as the protagonists uncover clues and evidence leading them to the villains' lairs, where they must fight to survive and free the captives. Themes of family, trauma, and the dark underbelly of society are explored. Ultimately, the villains meet grisly fates, but the protagonists are left scarred by their harrowing experiences.
The Banana Splits Movie
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "The Banana Splits Movie" revolve around animatronic characters at a children's entertainment venue that become possessed and turn murderous. In both films, the animatronics start killing people, including staff and audience members, after a corporate decision threatens the show's future. A central character, a security guard in "Five Nights at Freddy's" and a family in "The Banana Splits Movie", gets caught up in the animatronics' killing spree and must fight to survive. The animatronics are revealed to be possessed by the souls of murdered children, whose deaths were covered up. A key antagonist, William Afton in "Five Nights at Freddy's" and the Banana Splits creator in the other film, is responsible for the children's deaths and has control over the possessed animatronics. In the climax, the protagonists free the animatronics from the antagonist's influence, leading to the antagonist's gruesome death. The films share themes of corporate greed, childhood trauma, and the dangers of unchecked technology.
Child's Play
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "Child's Play" involve seemingly innocent children's entertainment products - animatronic mascots and a high-tech doll, respectively - that become possessed by malevolent forces and turn murderous. The protagonists, a night security guard and a young boy, must confront these possessed entities to protect themselves and their loved ones. The movies explore themes of the dark side of childhood innocence and the dangers of advanced technology gone awry. The plots follow a similar arc of the protagonists initially dismissing the threat, only to realize the true evil nature of the possessed objects, leading to a climactic confrontation to stop their killing sprees. Both movies feature corporate greed and negligence as contributing factors to the unleashing of these deadly forces.
Hop
Both "Hop" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" involve a young protagonist who is reluctant to take on a role or responsibility that has been passed down through their family. E.B. runs away from becoming the Easter Bunny, while Mike initially rejects the night guard job at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza. They each befriend an older human character - Fred and Vanessa, respectively - who gets caught up in the supernatural events surrounding the protagonist's family legacy. There is a sinister antagonist - Carlos the Chick and William Afton - who seeks to usurp control of the holiday/pizzeria through nefarious means. The protagonists must confront the antagonists and their minions to reclaim their rightful roles and protect their loved ones. Both movies climax with an epic battle between the protagonists and antagonists' forces, with the protagonists ultimately emerging victorious and embracing their destinies.
The Hole
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "The Hole" involve children being haunted or possessed by supernatural entities tied to tragic events in the past. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", the animatronic characters are possessed by the souls of murdered children, while in "The Hole", the fears and traumas of the children manifest as physical entities emerging from the bottomless hole. The protagonists in both films, Mike and Dane, must confront these supernatural forces to protect their younger siblings, Abby and Lucas. Overcoming their fears and uncovering the truth about the past tragedies is central to resolving the conflicts. The films also share elements of horror, with the children being tormented by malevolent forces they initially don't understand. Ultimately, the protagonists defeat the antagonists by embracing the truth and letting go of their fears.
A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting
Both "A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" involve a young protagonist who encounters supernatural entities that were once innocent but have been corrupted by an evil force. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", the animatronic mascots are possessed by the souls of murdered children under the control of the serial killer William Afton. In "A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting", the Boogeyman seeks to create an army of monsters by extracting nightmares from a young boy's imagination. The protagonists, Mike and Kelly, must confront these dark forces to protect their younger siblings, Abby and Jacob, respectively. They receive guidance from mentors (Vanessa and Liz) who are part of secret organizations dedicated to combating these threats. Ultimately, the protagonists defeat the villains by freeing the corrupted entities from their malevolent influence, allowing the souls of the children to find peace.
Red Balloon
Both "Red Balloon" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" involve a seemingly innocent situation that turns sinister and life-threatening. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", a night security guard at a pizzeria discovers the animatronic characters are possessed by the souls of murdered children, while in "Red Balloon", a babysitter realizes a toy rabbit is actually a dangerous intruder. The protagonists in both films are initially unaware of the true threat they face, which builds suspense and tension. There is also a theme of protecting children - Mike tries to prevent his sister Abby from being harmed by the possessed animatronics, while Julie attempts to keep Dorothy safe from the intruder. Both movies climax with a violent confrontation between the protagonist and the antagonistic force, resulting in injury or death. Ultimately, the stories parallel each other in their exploration of the corruption of childhood innocence and the dangers that lurk beneath a seemingly harmless facade.
Paul Blart: Mall Cop
Both "Paul Blart: Mall Cop" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" revolve around an unlikely hero working as a security guard who gets caught up in a dangerous situation at their workplace. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", Mike is a night guard at a pizzeria who must survive against possessed animatronic characters, while in "Paul Blart: Mall Cop", Paul is a mall security guard who must stop a gang of thieves holding hostages. The protagonists face adversity from authority figures who doubt their abilities (Vanessa's father and Commander Kent, respectively). They also have a personal stake in resolving the conflict, with Mike trying to protect his sister Abby and Paul trying to rescue his daughter Maya. Both movies climax with the security guard heroes confronting the main villains (William Afton and Veck Simms) and foiling their nefarious plans through unconventional means. Ultimately, the security guards prove their worth and overcome the challenges through determination and resourcefulness.
Freddy Got Fingered
Both "Freddy Got Fingered" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" center around an aspiring artist/cartoonist (Gord in "Freddy Got Fingered", Mike in "Five Nights at Freddy's") pursuing their creative dreams against opposition, mainly from a disapproving father figure (Jim in "Freddy Got Fingered", Jane in "Five Nights at Freddy's"). The protagonists find inspiration from an unlikely source (Betty in "Freddy Got Fingered", the possessed animatronics in "Five Nights at Freddy's") to continue chasing their ambitions. There is a major conflict involving the father figure that serves as a turning point in the story. Ultimately, the protagonists achieve success in their creative endeavors, overcoming the obstacles. Both movies also involve elements of dark humor and disturbing themes.
Boo
Both "Boo" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" revolve around a group of people trapped in an abandoned location haunted by supernatural entities. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", the protagonists are trapped in an abandoned pizzeria haunted by possessed animatronic characters, while in "Boo", the characters are trapped in an abandoned hospital haunted by vengeful ghosts. The animatronics and ghosts were possessed by the souls of murdered children, seeking revenge on those responsible for their deaths. The protagonists must uncover the dark history behind the hauntings and confront the main antagonist - a serial killer who orchestrated the child murders. Both movies build tension through jump scares and the protagonists' struggle to survive and escape the haunted location. Ultimately, the protagonists defeat the main antagonist by freeing the trapped souls, allowing them to move on.
Lost River
Both "Lost River" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" involve a struggling single parent trying to make ends meet and protect their young child/sibling in a decaying, dangerous environment. They are forced into unsavory jobs to earn money, putting them in contact with seedy underworld figures. There is a supernatural/horror element with possessed animatronics in Five Nights at Freddy's and a "curse" over the town in Lost River that must be broken. The protagonists uncover dark secrets about child murders and missing people from the past. They face off against twisted villains who are responsible for the tragedies. In the climax, the villains meet grisly fates, allowing the protagonists to escape to a better life with their loved ones.
The Black Phone
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "The Black Phone" involve a young protagonist trapped in a nightmarish situation involving a serial killer. In both films, the killer targets children and the protagonist must use their wits and clues from previous victims to try to escape. The protagonists form connections with the spirits of the killer's past victims, who guide them in their efforts to survive and defeat the killer. The killers are revealed to have disturbing backstories and motivations, and the films build tension as the protagonists narrowly avoid the killers' traps. Ultimately, the protagonists are able to turn the tables on the killers and escape, though not without suffering trauma. Both films explore themes of childhood vulnerability, the lasting impact of abuse and violence, and the power of resilience in the face of evil.
Satanic Panic
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "Satanic Panic" involve an ordinary person who gets caught up in a sinister supernatural situation involving a cult or group with nefarious intentions. The protagonists, Mike and Sam, find themselves trapped and in danger from the malevolent forces, which include possessed animatronics and a satanic coven, respectively. They must fight for survival against these evil entities that seek to sacrifice them for their own twisted rituals and goals. The movies follow the protagonists' struggles to escape their dire predicaments, uncover the truth behind the sinister groups, and ultimately defeat the villains to save themselves and others. Themes of the supernatural, cults, sacrifice, and the battle between good and evil are central to both films' narratives.
When Good Ghouls Go Bad
Both "When Good Ghouls Go Bad" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" involve a small town with a dark secret related to the death of a child or children. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", the animatronic mascots at a pizzeria are possessed by the souls of murdered children, while in "When Good Ghouls Go Bad", a curse is believed to exist after a bullied child named Curtis dies in a tragic accident. The protagonists, Mike and Danny, are outsiders who uncover the truth about these events and help break the curse or free the trapped souls. A key antagonist in each film is revealed to be responsible for the child deaths through negligence or malice, and they face consequences. Ultimately, the towns are freed from the curses and able to celebrate holidays again, with the spirits of the deceased children finding peace.
Buzzard
Both "Buzzard" and "Five Nights at Freddy's" follow an anti-hero protagonist who rebels against their mundane corporate job through increasingly unethical and criminal acts. The protagonists start with small scams and thefts from their employers, which escalate to more serious crimes like fraud, theft, and violence. They go into hiding to evade consequences, descending into paranoia and isolation. The movies parallel each other in depicting the protagonists' downward spiral fueled by anger towards the corporate world and a desire to rebel against it through unlawful means, culminating in violent confrontations that leave them on the run from authorities.
Drive Thru
Both "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "Drive Thru" involve possessed animatronic characters from restaurants seeking revenge on a group of people. In "Five Nights at Freddy's", the animatronic mascots of Freddy Fazbear's Pizza are possessed by the souls of murdered children, seeking vengeance on the killer and his accomplices. Similarly, in "Drive Thru", the Horny the Clown mascot is possessed by the vengeful spirit of Archie Benjamin, who was killed in a fire at the Hella Burger restaurant, targeting the children of those responsible for his death. The protagonists in both films, Mike and Mackenzie, find themselves caught in the middle of these supernatural vengeance plots and must uncover the truth to survive. Both movies feature a climactic confrontation where the possessed animatronics are defeated, and the truth about the past tragedies is revealed.