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Eli

Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

Eli works as a horror movie with a point of view—fans quote moments, but they also argue about what the film is actually saying about power, desire, or survival. The film leans hard into its core genre, which is exactly what fans say they wanted more of from blockbusters in that era.

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Runtime 1h 38m · ★ 6.0

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  1. 96match

    1.Insidious (2011)

    6.9 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 42m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Insidious (2011) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • HBO Max
    • HBO Max Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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    2.The Others (2001)

    7.6 · Horror · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 41m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, The Others (2001) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
    • Criterion Channel
    • Shudder
    • Shudder Amazon Channel
    • Shudder Apple TV Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    3.Doctor Sleep (2019)

    7.1 · Horror · Fantasy · 2h 32m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Doctor Sleep (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Plex(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
  4. 90match

    4.Barbarian (2022)

    6.8 · Horror · Mystery · 1h 43m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Barbarian (2022) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Hulu
    • fuboTV
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    5.Hellraiser (1987)

    6.9 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 34m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Hellraiser (1987) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • fuboTV
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
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    6.Ghostland (2018)

    7.4 · Horror · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Ghostland (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    7.Thir13en Ghosts (2001)

    6.3 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Thir13en Ghosts (2001) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Plex(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • YouTube(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    8.Candyman (1992)

    6.7 · Drama · Horror · Thriller · 1h 40m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Candyman (1992) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    • Fandango At Home(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    9.Fright Night (1985)

    7.0 · Comedy · Horror · 1h 47m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Fright Night (1985) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    10.Haunt (2019)

    6.7 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    If Eli clicked for you, Haunt (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later

FAQ

What should I watch after Eli?
Try Insidious, The Others, Doctor Sleep—each shares DNA with Eli while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Eli?
Eli (2019) is best described as Horror. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Eli worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 6.0/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this horror lane.

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