It's hard to think of horror in the video game space without Silent Hill coming into the conversation, and though it's been well over a decade before the last official Silent Hill released to less than stellar reviews, Silent Hill f is a return to form while also reimagining what it means to encapsulate the essence of Silent Hill and what's made it so globally beloved since its inception in the late 90s.

Silent Hill f takes the series in a new direction by departing from the traditional Silent Hill landscape, and instead having Silent Hill become an atmosphere-rich theme rather than a location this time around by placing it in 1960s Japan. Though the aesthetic is different this time around, bring back the forefathers of Silent Hill such as Masahiro Ito-san and Akira Yamaoka-san ensures that Silent Hill f still had its DNA intact. Its haunting beauty since Silent Hill 1 still stands strong with Silent Hill f, and its immersion is now at an all-time high with exceptional graphics, animations, and detail that make it one of the best-looking games to come out in years. Its cutscenes in particular are a huge standout and adds to the depth of quality that Silent Hill f embraces from start to finish.

Thanks to this perfect blend of survival horror and cinematic flair, Silent Hill f is a masterpiece in more ways than one whether you're playing the game or watching along. So many films these days inspire one another to take on more themes and dive deeper into the psychological - which Silent Hill is responsible for in so many mediums having inspired so many pieces of art directly and indirectly - and I couldn't help but think about similar films while playing Silent Hill f that I wanted to share. So for those that want to keep the spirit of Silent Hill f alive long after your play session is over, or for those that may not have the stomach to play the game themselves but want to experience something similar, I've compiled a list of films (primarily international) that should quench the thirst for those that aren't ready to part ways with Hinako and Ebisugaoka.

Please keep in mind that, for obvious reasons, I will not be suggesting the Silent Hill (2006) film as 1. I'm sure we've all seen it, and 2. I want to suggest films that are similar to Silent Hill f without directly being Silent Hill itself.

Mimic (2017)

If it had been a while since you lost someone close to you, and all of a sudden one day you heard their voice again, how would you feel? What would you do?

Mimic is a Korean horror film that sees a grieving couple try to start anew from the recent loss of a child, but one day, in the forest behind their house, a familiar voice echoes in the distance. The mother, searching frantically yet confusedly, eventually comes across a small girl who perfectly mimics their son's voice. With seemingly no home or no parents, the mother - despite her husband's reluctance - takes her in to take care of her. Little do they know, however, they just brought inside their home something incredibly sinister, and it all unravels from there as manipulation, illusions, and lies unfold and further ruin and already damaged couple's remaining sanity. With all of that on board, Mimic is a chilling companion piece for fans of Silent Hill's emotional and atmospheric terror.

The Call (2020)

The Call (2020) is a Korean psychological thriller that weaves a chilling tale of time manipulation, trauma, and supernatural dread—making it a compelling watch for fans of Silent Hill f. Set in a single house across two timelines, the film follows two women who communicate through a mysterious phone connection, each influencing the other’s reality in increasingly disturbing ways. As one becomes dangerously manipulative, the story spirals into a nightmare of curses, shifting fates, and paranormal chaos. Much like Silent Hill f, The Call explores the fragility of identity and the haunting consequences of unresolved pain, with reality bending and transforming around its characters. The eerie time phasing and emotional decay echo the game’s signature horror, where the past and present collide in terrifying, unexpected ways.

The Bridge Curse (2020)

Curses in horror films are unpredictable by design—sometimes subtle, sometimes catastrophic—but the most compelling ones are steeped in history. The Bridge Curse draws from a real Taiwanese urban legend tied to Tunghai University, where a vengeful spirit is said to haunt a campus bridge. What sets this curse apart is its cultural depth, rooted in folklore, tragedy, and ritual, much like the thematic backbone of Silent Hill f. In the film, a group of students attempt to document the haunting for a class project, unknowingly triggering a chain of supernatural events that spiral into a nightmare. The story’s slow unraveling, layered with guilt, trauma, and ghostly vengeance, mirrors Silent Hill f’s psychological horror—where ancient pain bleeds into the present, and the line between reality and curse becomes terrifyingly thin. For fans of Silent Hill f, The Bridge Curse offers a similarly atmospheric descent into folklore-fueled dread.

The Rope Curse (2018)

Curses manifest in countless forms—some as fleeting misfortunes, others as relentless, generational afflictions. The Rope Curse belongs to the latter, rooted in a chilling real-world tradition where Taoist rituals are performed to cleanse communities of malevolent spirits. These ceremonies often seek to appease souls who died by hanging, a practice steeped in grief, guilt, and unresolved trauma. The folklore surrounding this curse is saturated with vengeful entities and cyclical suffering, echoing the psychological horror of Silent Hill f. Both narratives explore the torment of facing one’s inner demons, where the supernatural is less about haunted objects and more about the emotional decay that drives people to the edge. For fans of Silent Hill f, The Rope Curse offers a similarly haunting meditation on guilt, identity, and the terrifying weight of unresolved pain.

A Tale of Two Sisters (2003)

When I started heavily getting into horror films shortly before high school, I began watching and researching all of the greats - the films that helped catapult the genre to where it was at the time with seminal films that stuck around from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. These obviously came in varying degrees of quality, approach, and appeal, but one thing quickly became certain to me: I love psychological horror.

The type of horror that makes you think. The type of horror where, as you're watching the film, you're figuring out the events and trying to piece together a puzzle with the main character. The type of horror where long after the credits roll, you're left either in a state of disbelief or constantly thinking about the outcome, potential theories, or where a narrative could go next. This was A Tale of Two Sisters for me when I first watched it after a friend had recommended it to me once we got on the topic of international films.

A Tale of Two Sisters is exactly what it sounds like. It follows two very close and protective sisters who recently return home after being in a mental hospital for quite some time. Once back, disturbing events begin to happen in regard to their stepmother, and a story begins to unfold that involves the whole family, with paranormal events taking center stage in a psychological roller coaster that will likely leave you shocked by its end.

Howling Village (2019)

Based on the urban legends of Inunaki Village (which I highly recommend reading about if you're interested in spooky locations), and subsequently Inunaki Tunnel, Howling Village is arguably the most "aesthetically sound" film on this list when considering films to watch similar to Silent Hill f. Between its sound design creating an atmospheric landscape of unsettling noise and haunting silence, a beautiful Japanese backdrop that creates a visual treat for its cinematography, and infusing supernatural elements with self-reflection into the film, Howling Village creates a ride that feels like it's had Silent Hill DNA inside of it all along whether it was the intention or not.

Directed by horror mastermind Takashi Shimizu (Ju-On, Reincarnation, Marebito), Howling Village sees a psychologist visit a village regarding her brother's disappearance. Once she's there, however, events begin to unfold and the history of the village itself begins to make itself known, and what was originally going to be a bit of a search and rescue quickly turns into a cursed and emotional battle for survival and escape.

The Wailing (2016)

Without a doubt one of the most well-received films on this list—and arguably my favorite—is Na Hong-jin’s The Wailing (2016). It's a slow-burning Korean horror film that blends supernatural dread with psychological unraveling. Set in the rural village of Gokseong, the story follows a bumbling policeman whose investigation into a series of violent, inexplicable murders leads him into a web of folklore, shamanism, and demonic possession. As paranoia spreads and his own daughter falls ill, the line between reality and spiritual corruption blurs. The film’s ambiguity—never fully revealing the nature of the evil—creates a lingering unease that’s as much about existential fear as it is about ghosts and demons.

Silent Hill f shares thematic DNA with The Wailing, especially in its rural Japanese setting and its use of infection as a metaphor for psychological decay. Both stories feature outsiders—whether a mysterious man or a cursed girl—whose arrival triggers a descent into madness and violence. The creeping dread, folkloric horror, and unreliable perceptions of reality in Silent Hill f echo The Wailing’s disorienting narrative, where truth is elusive and salvation may be a trap. Together, they explore how isolation and superstition can birth horrors that defy explanation.

The Orphanage (2007)

It's safe to say that anything tied to Guillermo Del Toro will not only inevitably provide a level of quality that most dream to achieve, but make way for something new, spectacular, and interesting that's bound to stick with the viewer in some capacity. The Orphanage might not seem like much at first glance when watching a trailer, but the setting and narrative gets immensely supernatural. It's not as scary as one would expect, but the psychological aspect and everything it builds up to, as well as its payoff, are extremely well done once all is revealed. What initially seems like just a stressful time at an orphanage ends up coming down to a deeper experience where you're not entirely sure what to believe, and these haunting moments seep under the skin. The film’s slow-burn tension, symbolic visuals, and tragic undertones echo the game’s atmospheric storytelling, making The Orphanage a deeply unsettling and emotionally resonant experience for anyone drawn to Silent Hill’s brand of horror.

Kwaidan (1964)

Masaki Kobayashi’s Kwaidan (1964) is a visually captivating anthology of four Japanese ghost stories. Each tale explores themes of regret, supernatural vengeance, and the eerie persistence of memory. The film is famously known for its stylized sets, haunting score, and deliberate pacing, creating an atmosphere where the spiritual world feels both beautiful and terrifying. Admittedly, Kwaidan is less about jump scares and more about lingering dread and poetic horror.

Silent Hill f echoes Kwaidan’s folkloric roots and surreal tone, especially in its use of traditional Japanese aesthetics and its focus on feminine tragedy. Both works center on cursed individuals whose fates are entwined with ancient, often misunderstood forces. The slow descent into madness, the blurred line between reality and spirit, and the emphasis on mood over exposition make Kwaidan a spiritual ancestor to Silent Hill f’s psychological and cultural horror. Together, they show how beauty and terror can coexist in stories steeped in myth and melancholy.

Perfect Blue (1997)

It would be remiss of me to create a list like this and not have what has single-handedly become one of the most seminal pieces of dark and horror animation in film: Satoshi Kon's Perfect Blue.

The film’s blurring of reality and delusion, paired with themes of trauma, duality, and feminine horror, resonate strongly with Silent Hill f’s eerie exploration of psychological decay and identity fragmentation. Both stories feature female protagonists haunted by distorted versions of themselves, and both use surreal horror to explore how memory, guilt, and perception can become lethal. If you’re drawn to Silent Hill f’s slow-burn dread and symbolic storytelling, Perfect Blue offers a fairly similar pacing of a disturbing, cerebral experience as Mima - Perfect Blue's main character - witnesses a terrifying unraveling of her reality.

There's no denying that countless others could've made this list, such as the greats involved like Ringu, Ju-On, Jacob's Ladder, Dark Water, Noroi: The Curse, and more, but I didn't want to make things too obvious and feel like this is yet another recycled article that you see on so many sites that use the same list time and time and time again. Instead, I wanted to create a list that provided exposure to films that likely haven't seen as much mainstream success. We always want to provide our readers with enjoyment and entertainment in and out of our articles, so if you can walk away with something new to watch, appreciate, and talk about, I'd say we did our part successfully.

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