Movies like Joshua

This intense film follows the story of a mother dealing with her son's increasingly disturbing behavior. The psychological depth and the challenging questions about nature versus nurture presented in We Need to Talk About Kevin will attract those fascinated by Joshua.

Orphan centers on a family who adopts a mysterious child with a dark past, much like Joshua. This chilling thriller explores themes of broken family dynamics and unexpected terror stemming from children, which will resonate with fans of Joshua.

Starring Macaulay Culkin as a seemingly innocent boy with a malevolent streak, The Good Son is a psychological thriller that delves deep into family relationships and the nature of evil, aligning with the unsettling themes present in Joshua.

Case 39 is the story of a social worker who rescues an abused girl, only to discover that there's more to the child than meets the eye. Like Joshua, it combines elements of family drama with psychological horror to produce a compelling narrative.

In Hide and Seek, a widower discovers that his daughter's new imaginary friend may not be so imaginary. The film shares with Joshua a focus on a parent's realization that their child harbors a dark secret, leading to tension-filled suspense.