Movies like The Stepfather

A psychological thriller, 'The Gift' involves a married couple’s life turned upside down by an acquaintance from the husband's past, bringing to the surface startling secretly held truths. Its web of deception and suburban dread aligns closely with the themes of 'The Stepfather.'

Although the premise of 'Hush' is distinct – a deaf writer must fight for her life in silence when a masked killer appears at her window – it shares with 'The Stepfather' the element of a terrifying threat where one should feel most secure: at home.

In 'Unlawful Entry,' a cop becomes obsessively involved in a couple's life, leading to a threatening presence in their home. Its suspense and the exploration of trust in authority figures resonate with 'The Stepfather's' themes of domestic terror.

In 'Domestic Disturbance,' a boy realizes that his beloved stepfather is not the man he pretends to be and may be a dangerous criminal. Fans of 'The Stepfather' will appreciate the tension that builds as family ties entangle with murderous secrets.