"Based on a true story." Those words alone can be all it takes to convince moviegoers to check out a feature. After all, a film should be more riveting, not only if it could happen but if it ...

Entertainment Weekly ranks the 14 best horror movies based on true stories, from the allegedly real possession behind 'The Exorcist' to the home invasions that inspired 'The Strangers'.

If you're a lover of true scary stories, these movies will freak you out because they're all based on true events.

10 True Stories Explained By Horror Movies The truth is out there, and far scarier than you'd think ...

The best American Horror Story episodes reflect a mix of critical acclaim, fan appreciation, and narrative impact, from "The Name Game" and "Orphans." ...

There's something so much more terrifying about a horror story that contains even a nugget of truth — the same applies for terrifying books based on true stories.

American Horror Story has consistently been a love letter to classic horror movies and media since it premiered in 2011.

The true scary stories you can listen to justify your weirdest and most paranoid encounters.