
10. Knives Out (2019)
In Knives Out, Curtis takes a break from fending off masked killers to playing a part in a star-studded whodunnit, Agatha Christie-style. Though more of a fantastical thriller than a straight-up horror film, the filmโs suspenseful atmosphere and intricate plot make it an engaging watch. Plus, Jamie Lee Curtisโ role as a cunning family member provides a delightful change of pace.
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9. Haunted Mansion (2023)
Ditching her signature knife-fighting prowess for a touch of the ethereal, Curtis steps into the enigmatic shoes of Madam Leota in this recent family-friendly spectral escapade inspired by the iconic Disney attraction. As she assists a motley crew navigating a mansion brimming with playful phantoms, Curtisโs character provides cryptic clues and some much-needed levity. This film, though lighter in tone, showcases the actressโs versatility and charisma. A delightful, humor-filled journey through haunted halls.
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8. Terror Train (1980)
Curtis hops aboard a killer caboose in Terror Train. As college students, including Curtisโs character, gather to celebrate New Yearโs Eve, theyโre blissfully unaware that a vengeful, masked assailant lurks among them. Intertwined with misdirection, false identities, and a heart-pounding masquerade party setting, the film ramps up the tension with each stop. Itโs a thrilling ride that not only spotlights Curtisโs early days as a Scream Queen, but also her innate ability to portray a grounded, resourceful victim amidst chaos.
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7. The Fog (1980)
In The Fog, Curtis takes to the sea-battered town of Antonio Bay, playing a hitchhiker who becomes entangled in the townโs ghostly mystery. As the mist rolls in, so do vengeful specters of sailors seeking retribution. As a delightful nod to Hollywood lineage, Curtis shares the screen with her real-life mother, Janet Leigh, further cementing the filmโs iconic status. This moody, tension-filled atmospheric fright offers classic horror aesthetics combined with compelling family dynamics and top-notch performances.
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6. Halloween II (1981)
Picking up directly from the cliffhanger ending of the original, this sequel finds Laurie Strode in a hospital, nursing fresh wounds, and even fresher trauma. Little does she know, Michael Myers isnโt too far behind, bringing his night of terror to the sterile hospital halls. The film is an essential, if slightly repetitive, extension of the originalโs nerve-wracking tension. It adds new dimensions by delving even deeper into Laurieโs psychological trauma and expanding on the Strode-Myers connection. A must-watch for anyone committed to the Laurie Strode saga.
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