Movies and TvShows featuring "hysteria" theme.

Salem is a TV show that takes place in the year 1692 in Salem, Massachusetts. It explores the themes of gothic horror, witchcraft, and societal hypocrisy. The story revolves around the witch trials and the lives of the characters involved. The plot delves into the dark and twisted world of Salem, capturing the fear and paranoia surrounding witches and the impact it has on the community. The show also touches upon themes of romance, lost love, and the struggle for power.

The Hot Zone is a gripping TV show that tells the story of a deadly virus outbreak in the United States. It follows the investigations and efforts of scientists, researchers, and government officials as they race against time to prevent a widespread epidemic. Based on the bestselling book, this show is a must-watch for fans of drama, history, and sci-fi.

In a world devastated by a lethal virus, a group of survivors must confront supernatural forces and make a stand for humanity's future.

Possession (1981) follows a woman who becomes obsessed with a supernatural being, leading to a breakdown of her marriage and a series of violent and disturbing events. As she spirals into madness, her husband becomes determined to uncover the truth behind her possession.

In the late 1800s, a man takes on the identity of a doctor at Stonehearst Asylum, where he discovers the disturbing truth about the treatment of the patients.

In this modern creature feature, a scary internet meme called 'Grimcutty' stirs up panic amongst all the parents in town, convinced it's making their kids harm themselves and others. Teen Asha Chaudry becomes targeted by a real-life version of Grimcutty, and her parents mistake her self-harm as part of a challenge. With her phone confiscated and no one who believes her, Asha must find a way to convince her parents and put an end to Grimcutty.

After a severe thunderstorm strikes Bridgton, Maine, a small town is enveloped in a thick mist. A group of survivors barricade themselves in a supermarket as bloodthirsty creatures lurk outside. As tensions rise and religious fanaticism takes hold, the group must navigate internal conflicts and external threats in a fight for survival.

Lucie, a former captive, seeks revenge against the people who tormented her. With the help of her friend Anna, the two uncover a disturbing underground complex where women are tortured in the pursuit of transcendence. As they become victims themselves, Anna must endure a series of abuses and witness the horrific acts carried out by their captors. Eventually, Anna provides an account of the afterlife, leading to a shocking revelation and tragic consequences.

In 1692, the inhabitants of Salem, Massachusetts experience mass hysteria and begin accusing each other of witchcraft, leading to trials and executions.

A team of scientists embarks on a dangerous expedition to Borneo in search of the rare Blood Orchid, which is believed to hold the key to immortality. As they venture deeper into the jungle, they face terrifying encounters with giant anacondas, aggressive crocodiles, deadly spiders, and other monstrous creatures. With time running out and their lives on the line, they must find a way to survive and escape before they become the prey of the ruthless predators lurking in the shadows.

A woman and her daughter are flying home when the daughter mysteriously disappears. The woman must navigate a skeptical crew and uncover a conspiracy to find her daughter. The plot involves a grieving mother, a missing child, and a high stakes airplane hijacking.

In a world where an alien organism infects humans and takes over their bodies, a psychiatrist and a determined mother must find a way to protect their son from being assimilated. As the infection spreads, they uncover a conspiracy that reveals the true nature of the invasion and the stakes for humanity.

In the 1600s, in Salem, Massachusetts, a series of false accusations leads to public hysteria and the wrongful execution of innocent people accused of witchcraft.

A group of people stay in a haunted mansion and experience paranormal phenomenon. The main character, an insomniac, starts a sleep study to investigate the haunting. As the story unfolds, they uncover the dark secrets of the mansion and the supernatural horror that lurks within.

The Producers is a dark comedy about a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer who schemes to make a fortune by intentionally producing a sure-fire flop. He recruits a neurotic accountant to help him with the scam, and together they find the worst script, worst director, and worst actors to ensure failure. However, their plan hilariously backfires when the intentionally terrible musical becomes a surprising hit.

The Devils is a dark and provocative drama set in seventeenth century France, where an evil Catholic priest named Urbain Grandier wreaks havoc on a small town. Amidst political and religious turmoil, Grandier's lust for power leads him to manipulate and exploit the town's women, leading to mass hysteria and sexual perversion. The film explores themes of religious fanaticism, repressed sexuality, and the corrupting influence of power.

In 1890s England, a governess is hired to take care of two orphans in a country estate. As she begins to experience strange occurrences and see apparitions, she becomes convinced that the house is haunted. The governess is determined to protect the children from the supernatural forces that threaten their lives.

Conned by the same playboy, three women and their families go to his mansion to get answers — and must stay for an investigation when he’s found dead.

Set in 1825, Clare, a young Irish convict woman, chases a British officer through the rugged Tasmanian wilderness, with the help of an Aboriginal tracker, bent on revenge for a terrible act of violence he committed against her family.