Movies like Eight Legged Freaks

Although featuring smaller creatures, Gremlins is a classic horror-comedy about mischievous monsters wreaking havoc in a small town, capturing a blend of humor and horror that should appeal to those who like the fun, scary spirit of Eight Legged Freaks.

Tremors is a cult classic that, much like Eight Legged Freaks, combines horror with comedy as residents of a small Nevada town face off against gigantic, worm-like monsters. The film's blend of quirky characters and action sequences will appeal to fans of comedic monster flicks.

In Slither, a small town is taken over by an alien plague in the form of slimy, carnivorous creatures, leading to a fight for survival. The movie's campy tone and grotesque monsters provide a similar vibe to Eight Legged Freaks, along with a good balance of laughs and scares.

Lake Placid is about a giant crocodile terrorizing a Maine lake, and it features the same kind of creature-feature thrills with a comedic twist that Eight Legged Freaks does, making it a fitting choice for fans of horror comedies.

Arachnophobia brings a similar blend of comedy and horror, focusing on a new species of South American killer spider that invades a small California town. Like Eight Legged Freaks, it offers suspense and a touch of dark humor, appealing to fans of creature features.

Evolution is a sci-fi comedy where a team of scientists battle rapidly evolving aliens. The humor and special effects-driven spectacle align with what fans of Eight Legged Freaks enjoy in a monster movie.

A remake of the 1958 classic, The Blob (1988) offers horror enthusiasts a tale of a gelatinous creature that devours everything in its path. The film delivers a mix of terror and dark humor that will resonate with those who appreciate the campy charm of Eight Legged Freaks.

Deep Rising features a group of mercenaries and passengers on a luxury cruise ship who encounter a sea monster. The combo of humor, action, and creature horror echoes the entertaining formula found in Eight Legged Freaks.