Movies like Anaconda

If the deadly waters of Anaconda intrigued you, then 'Piranha 3D' will sink its teeth in with a similar thrill. In the movie, prehistoric piranhas wreak havoc during spring break at Lake Victoria, promising the same level of creature-feature horror and chaos.

Switching snakes for lions, 'The Ghost and the Darkness' is a historical adventure tale that pits man against nature. The film, based on true events, provides intense moments of action and terror reminiscent of the suspenseful hunt in 'Anaconda'.

Giant snakes are terrifying, but what about smart sharks? 'Deep Blue Sea' features genetically engineered sharks that turn on their creators, combining the tight-paced action and animal horror that made Anaconda a seat-gripper.

For those who appreciate the blend of thrills and humor that 'Anaconda' offers, 'Lake Placid' could be the next creature encounter. The movie pits Bridget Fonda and Bill Pullman against a gigantic crocodile, delivering suspense and jump scares with a comedic twist.

While not about giant snakes, 'Arachnophobia' brings the same chilling atmosphere with its horde of deadly spiders invading a small town. Fans of the creature-invasion aspect of 'Anaconda' will appreciate the similar blend of horror and humor.

Delve into the world of museum horror with 'The Relic', where a monstrous creature lurks within the Chicago Museum of Natural History. Like 'Anaconda', it blends horror with elements of a thrilling expedition, albeit in a more urban setting.

If the over-the-top horror of 'Anaconda' brought you thrills, then 'Eight Legged Freaks', with its monstrous spiders terrorizing a small town, delivers a similar mix of action-packed sequences and creature-feature mayhem.