Movies like Scanners

Another adaptation of a Stephen King novel, The Dead Zone, features a man awakening from a coma with psychic powers. With its chilling atmosphere and exploration of the implications of such abilities, it is a natural companion piece for audiences who appreciated the cerebral elements of Scanners.

Videodrome's blend of body horror and mind-bending narrative aligns it closely with Scanners. Helmed by the same director, David Cronenberg, this film explores themes of technology, reality, and human physiology that will resonate with Scanners fans looking for a similarly thought-provoking and visceral experience.

Firestarter features a young girl with pyrokinesis, drawing parallels to Scanners' focus on psychic abilities. The story's intersection of shadowy organizations and the struggle for control over extraordinary powers makes it a solid pick for audiences seeking a kindred spirit to Scanners.

Altered States explores the effects of sensory deprivation and hallucinogenic drugs on a scientist, leading to physical and psychological transformations. Its focus on the limits of human consciousness and reality will intrigue fans of Scanners' similarly experimental tone.

Like Scanners, The Fury delves into the world of psychokinesis and government conspiracies. Directed by Brian De Palma, this thriller will captivate Scanners enthusiasts with its intense action sequences and a plot centered around individuals with extraordinary mental powers.