Slither

The Thing is a pinnacle of body horror and science fiction, much like Slither. Directed by John Carpenter, it features a shapeshifting alien that assimilates and imitates its prey, causing paranoia among a group of researchers in Antarctica. Fans of the gruesome effects and intense atmosphere of Slither will find a lot to love here.

They Live, another John Carpenter classic, pairs science fiction with social commentary. Although less gruesome than Slither, its story of an everyman discovering a secret alien invasion through special glasses has a similar underpinning of dark humor and distrust of authority.

Tremors presents a lighthearted take on monster horror as the residents of a small desert town battle giant, worm-like creatures. The movie's combination of creature-feature thrills, comedy, and likable characters creates a fun experience akin to what Slither offers.

The Blob, particularly the 1988 remake, offers a similar mix of horror and humor with an alien entity consuming everything in its path. Its gross-out effects and small-town setting align closely with the vibes of Slither, providing that same squishy blend of fun and fear.

Those who enjoyed the creature-feature aspect of Slither and its small-town chaos will get a kick out of Eight Legged Freaks. This cheesy homage to classic monster movies involves a slew of giant, mutant spiders terrorizing a mining town.

This cult classic blends horror, comedy, and science fiction in a way that fans of Slither will appreciate. Night of the Creeps delivers with alien slugs that turn their human hosts into zombies, and it does so with a self-awareness and humor that makes it a quintessential 80s horror romp.