Paranormal stories to satisfy your ghostly curiosity and keep you believing.

Whether you’re a skeptic or a true believer, there’s something intriguing about the things that go bump in the night. Some of the most iconic movies feature paranormal happenings or unexplained abilities. Those interested in the paranormal are fascinated by ghosts, ghouls, demons, aliens and more—the paranormal encompasses anything easily dismissed as incompatible with the rules of known science. Yet the questions remain.

From paranormal kids films like the notable Goosebumps series, Casper the Friendly Ghost, and Beetlejuice to more mature options like The Conjuring, Midsommar, and Paranormal Activity, the paranormal is often explored in a range of horror movies and other media like books, comics, and podcasts

But the realm of the paranormal is not limited to fiction only. There are entire swaths of paranormal researchers and lifelong searchers. From real-life accounts of hauntings and demon possession to a myriad of  documentary-style ghost-hunting tv shows, we are drawn to the paranormal in search of answers. But will we ever find them? 

If you’re a paranormal junkie or just curious about what could be out there, here are some intriguing places to start: 

And once you’ve finished with these, explore the stories below for a fascinating deep dive into all things paranormal.

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Night Terrors: Why Do We Wake Up Frozen in Fear?

"Something evil pulls me into a deep and dangerous place. I can’t cry for help or move even a finger..."

5 Violent Poltergeists That Terrorized People Around the World

There are some ghosts you do not want inside your home...

Zak Bagans' Paranormal Documentary Demon House Is Now Available on Amazon Prime Video for Free Instant Streaming

Hell hits home in Bagans’ paranormal doc—and if you're an Amazon Prime member you can stream it tonight.

The Enfield Poltergeist: The Chilling Paranormal Case That Inspired The Conjuring 2

The entity that haunted the Enfield family in England may have left its voice on tape in 1977.

5 Places Still Haunted by Civil War Ghosts

The ghostly echoes of America’s bloodiest war linger in these five places.

8 Creepy Urban Legends Haunting Yosemite National Park

You may want something more sturdy than a tent while you're surrounded by these legends.

Stull Cemetery: A Hellmouth in the Heart of Kansas

Is Satan's staircase located in a quiet, small-town Kansas cemetery?

Ghost Light in the Window: The Drish House Haunting

They say the widow's ghost lingers in the tower and sets the house ablaze with phantom fire...

Terrifying and Unforgettable: The Best Ghost Stories Ever Told 

From Edgar Allan Poe to Elizabeth Gaskell, this collection of stories will send shivers down your spine.

9 Haunted Objects to Stay Away From

Buyers, these possessed objects are up to no good.

America’s 7 Most Haunted Prisons

Step inside and brave these vengeful spirits–if you dare.

9 Haunting American Ghost Towns You Can Visit—If You Dare

These supposedly empty towns are actually filled with ghosts of past residents.

The 10 Scariest Tunnels in the World

The famous haunted Sensabaugh Tunnel is just one of many with sinister histories.