Myths, lore, ghost stories, and urban legends from all around the United States.

American Legends

Ghosts

Humans have lived on the North American continent for tens of thousands of years, which means that every region of the country is home to places that once were inhabited by others. These include mining towns, farming communities, religious settlements, indigenous villages, and more. They <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/american-ghost-towns/alby-thompson">became deserted</a> for all sorts of reasons, like resource depletion, harsh climate, warfare, or government expropriation.&nbsp;Abandoned settlements like these have a way of getting reputations for being haunted. People exploring these places have reported hearing voices and seeing ghosts, eerie balls of light, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/jersey-devil-sightings/sonja-ska">even cryptids</a>. Here are a few of the most haunted ghost towns in the United States.&nbsp;

The Most Haunted Ghost Towns In The United States

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Haunted Ghost Towns

Jim Rowley

Entertainment

Ghost movies often scare up big bucks at the box office, but even as films like The Conjuring and Paranormal Activity spawn sequels and “cinematic universes,” there have been plenty of ghost movies that are just as good that haven't necessarily gotten the attention they deserve.Ghost stories have been with us for about as long as storytelling has existed, and ghostly movies date back to the earliest days of Hollywood. From black-and-white specters of the silver screen to the latest ghost flicks, below is a collection of some of the most underrated ghost movies ever to haunt our screens. Vote up the ghost movies that made you sleep with the lights on…

Underrated Ghost Story Movies That Make Us Want To Leave The Light On

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Orrin Grey

Shining a flashlight on real places around the world that are really haunted and really spooky.

Hello Is There a Ghost Here?

Supernatural & Paranormal

The world is full of ghostly tales concerning the creation of bridges. These <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/haunted-lakes-america/christina-chilin">ghostly sites</a> are a source of fascination and fear for many, especially those who experienced paranormal activity during a visit to these spooky locales. Some believe these architectural marvels could only be possible through deals with the Devil, creating origin stories that grow and change through generations of retellings.In other places, the prominence of violence or racial injustice in the towns surrounding bridges infused them with that brutality, and people create legends to deal with the reality of that difficult history.Flashing lights, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/craziest-cryptids-by-state/christopher-shultz">cryptic beasts</a> with the powers of men and animals, and wailing ghosts are all waiting at these supernaturally charged bridges around the world.

The Most Haunted Bridges In The World

General

Jodi Smith

The US is full of countless <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/craziest-hauntings/harrison-tenpas">ghost stories</a> and reports of paranormal encounters. From ghosts dating back to colonial days to ghosts from the Golden Age of Hollywood, stories can be found in all corners of the country.Here are some of the most <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-poltergeist-hauntings/diana-price">well-known haunts</a> that are still quite active to this day. Read on and see which ones you want to add to your bucket list of spooky places to visit next.

The Most Famous Ghosts In The United States

Christina Chilin

Every country has its own legends and lore surrounding ghosts. Some stories go back centuries, like the Bingen Poltergeist in Germany, which originated in 858 CE. Other tales are relatively new, such as the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-poltergeist-hauntings/diana-price">Enfield Poltergeist in England</a> - a story that made headlines in the late 1970s.Regardless of the century or country, the world is filled with countless ghost stories, but some are arguably more famous than others. This list looks into some of the most famous ghosts across the globe and digs into the folklore that <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-ghosts-united-states/christina-chilin">made them famous</a>.While some of these ghosts don’t necessarily have a home, more than a few on this list reside at locations anyone can visit.

The Most Famous Ghosts From Around The World

Patrick Thornton

The best horror movies in every subgenre of horror. Whether it's evil dolls, terrible vacations, or anything in between, we've got a list for it.

Horror Movies About Everything

Lists for horror-hounds who get their kicks by having paid professionals scare the bejesus out of them until they literally beg for mercy.

Chills & Thrills

Here is a list of the best haunted house movies. These are films that feature a haunted house as one of its primary locations. We believe we&#39;ve got them all, but if you think we missed one please feel free to add it to the list yourself. All genres have been included, but being haunted houses, the most predominant genre is of course horror. Haunted houses are at the heart of many of our favorite ghost stories and have translated into some of the best haunted house films. For movies you can watch now on Netflix check out these lists like the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-horror-movies-on-netflix-instant/polkadotking">best horror movies on Netflix</a>, best <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-anime-on-netflix-v1/ranker-anime">anime shows</a> and <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-comedies-on-netflix-instant/polkadotking">best comedies on Netflix</a>.

A haunted house also creates a unique situation for storytellers where the location itself is practically one of the characters. Whether the house is haunted due to a vile act, remains stashed in one of its walls, or something hidden beneath its foundation, you&#39;ll find it on this list of the best haunted house films. What are the best haunted house movies? That&#39;s up to you to decide!

The Amityville Horror

The Best Haunted House Movies

The Best Movies About Scary Houses, Ranked By Fans

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Get to know the ghosts in your neighborhood.

Ghosts to Know

Graveyard Shift

In the spring of 2001, single father Steven LaChance moved into an old home in Union, MO, with his three children. Although <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/bleeding-house-georgia/jodi-smith">the house</a> seemed perfect for the family at first, they almost immediately began experiencing <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-poltergeist-hauntings/diana-price">paranormal activity</a> that rapidly escalated. After less than two weeks in the home, LaChance and his family quickly moved out, sick of being tormented by what would later become known as the Union Screaming House.In 2008, Steven LaChance published a book about his family's experience called The Uninvited. While the book changes some names and details to protect people's identities, this list covers the chilling original story of the Union Screaming House.

The LaChance Family Only Lived In The Union Screaming House For 13 Days Before They Fled In Terror

Union Screaming House Haunting

Lakes provide the perfect opportunity to cool off and make some memories with friends and family. Happy memories, however, aren't the only thing a person <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/mysterious-sites-united-states/emily-mast">may leave with</a> if they decide to visit some of the lakes on this list.The bodies of water listed here all hide <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-ghosts-united-states/christina-chilin">sinister secrets - and even danger</a> - under their pristine surfaces. Read on to find out what lakes to avoid this summer… or, if you're a thrill seeker, which ones to visit.

The Most Haunted Lakes In The United States That Creeped Us Out

Body of Water

Haunted Lakes In America

Haunted houses are as much a part of a state's history as any other building, with most of the ghost-occupied residences having deep roots in the community thanks to their age. It isn't any wonder, then, that each state in America is proud to share its most haunted house with everyone and encourage visitors.These haunted houses all have different lore based on the prevailing beliefs of the state's people. For instance, Hawaii's (reportedly) most haunted house is tied to the state's Japanese roots. Many others are tied to slavery, whether by their prominence as a stop on the Underground Railroad or as a plantation. Several have stories spanning generations of a single family and their misfortunes, while others have no clear cause for the alleged haunting.Whether you believe in the paranormal or not, the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/haunted-historical-sites/jeffrichard">most haunted houses</a> in America reveal a lot about a population and their views on the afterlife.

The Most Haunted Houses In America By State

Need to summon a spirit? Set up your Ouija board, light some candles, and follow these guides to get chatting with parties who have shuffled off this mortal coil and onto the next.

So You Want to Talk to Ghosts

Stories of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/how-to-summon-spirits-with-ouija-boards/jacob-shelton?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Ouija board demon</a> Zozo have been circulating for just about as long as the Ouija game itself has been around. Who is Zozo? Depends on who you ask, but most people familiar with Zozo believe it to be either a demon, a Tulpa, a mischievous ghost trying to scare and impress the living, or just a product of the ideomotor effect. Regardless of Zozo's true identity and origins, tales of harrowing encounters with it have become so widespread that they've inspired books and horror movies.Of course, Ouija is a board game, and your chances of accidentally speed-dialing a bona fide evil spirit in the middle of your Halloween party are pretty low. Still, just in case, it can't hurt to keep an eye out for signs that Zozo is <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/creepy-stories-about-ouija-boards/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">haunting your Ouija board</a> or spirit board. Read on to find out what to do if Zozo appears <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/how-to-summon-spirits-with-ouija-boards/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">the next time you say HELLO</a>.

Be Careful Not To Communicate With Zozo, The Malevolent Ouija Board Demon Waiting To Wreck Your Life

Everything You Should Know About Zozo - The Malevolent Ouija Board Demon

Maggie Clendenin

What's happening in the next realm? Lists about fictional depictions and real experiences real people have really had with the paranormal.

Paranormal Activity

Eerie true tales of people and places being haunted by g-g-g-ghoooosts!!!

Real Hauntings & Ghost Stories

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This list o the best paranormal documentaries about ghosts has been ranked by the community and includes popular and recognizable titles, along with some independent films. What is the best documentary about ghosts? Vote up your favorites below.As you vote, the order of the list will be changed to see which documentary about ghosts comes out on top. If you don't see your favorite on the list, add it along with the titles below so that others may vote on it as well.Documentaries are nonfiction and made with the intention of displaying reality for historical purposes and to educate those watching the film. Most documentaries are driven by independent filmmakers and those passionate about the topics they are portraying.

Curse of the Blair Witch

The Best Documentaries About Ghosts

Best Documentaries About Ghosts | Good Ghost Documentary List

This is a ghoulish list of the best ghost parody movies! Parodies of ghost&nbsp;films tend to play with the tropes of horror films involving ghosts and haunted houses, and the pottery scene from Ghost with Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore. Funny ghost movie spoofs work since ghost/haunted house films tend to have little to no levity to them.

The seriousness of ghost films allows satirical ghost movies to take the wind out of their sails and allows the humor to not be beholden to those films, although that doesn&rsquo;t mean they don&rsquo;t play with ghost stereotypes. Mining humor from ghost films for parody or satire has proved to be a good idea as one of the most successful and popular ghost films ever made was created by some comedians. You might have heard of it; it&rsquo;s called Ghostbusters and it&rsquo;s listed on most lists of <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-ghost-movies-all-time/ranker-film?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best ghost movies</a> ever made. You will also find several famous actors on this list like Michael J. Fox in The Frighteners&nbsp;which was directed by&nbsp;Peter Jackson. There is also the Abbott and Costello movie&nbsp;Hold That Ghost&nbsp;on this list.

So, pass through to the other side with&nbsp;this list of top ghost parody films and share it with your friends and re-rank it to your liking. If you see a film missing from the list, feel free to add it!

The Best Ghost Parody Movies, Ranked

The Best Ghost Spoof Movies, Ranked

A collection of manga recommendations pertaining to very specific topics. We've got manga about ghosts, prison, robot girls...even amnesia!

Manga About...EVERYTHING

If you&#39;re a fan of spooky spirits, this list of the best ghost manga&nbsp;can serve as a guide to help you find more series in the ghost manga genre.&nbsp;

Ghosts can pop up in all kinds of different stories.&nbsp;Natsuyuki Rendezvous is a romance about a young man who is being haunted by his crush&#39;s dead husband. Meanwhile,&nbsp;Hikaru no Go&nbsp;is a competitive anime about a ghost who parters with a boy named Hikaru so that he can keep playing a game called Go. No matter what you&#39;re looking for, there&#39;s a ghost manga out there that you&#39;ll love, including some really scary ghost manga you probably shouldn&#39;t read before bed.

The rankings are determined by your votes, so let the world know what you think by voting up&nbsp;ghost manga that you think deserves a top spot.&nbsp;

The Best Ghost Manga

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The 15+ Best Ghost Manga That Will Give You A Good Scare

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Boo! Ghosts have haunted the minds of musicians propelling them to creating spooky, great music. This is Ranker's&nbsp;list of the best songs about ghosts, influenced by your votes. Great ghost songs are usually about supernatural aberrations, but sometimes ghost songs are about the ghosts of past relationships. This list includes great rock songs about ghosts, <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-rap-songs-of-all-time/ranker-hip-hop?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">great rap songs</a> about ghosts and everything in between.“I ain't afraid of no ghosts,” Ray Parker Jr. sings in his hit, “Ghostbusters.” The track was on the soundtrack for the 1984 film of the same name. Bruce Springsteen has written several songs about ghosts. His tunes “The Ghost of Tom Joad” and “<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-songs-with-spirit-in-the-title/ranker-music?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Spirit in the Night</a>” both appear on this list of the greatest ghost songs.In 1998, Phish released an album entitled Story of the Ghost. The album's first track, “Ghost,” appears on this list. Tegan &amp; Sarah had a hit with their track, “Walking with the Ghost,” and Alice Cooper had a good ghost song with, “Steven.”You don't have to believe in ghosts to have a favorite ghost song. Vote <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-ghost-movies-all-time/ranker-film?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the best ghost</a> songs to the top of this list and share your ghost story in the comments section.

Haunted

The 55+ Best Songs About Ghosts, Spirits, And Hauntings

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The 55+ Best Songs About Hauntings And Ghosts, Ranked

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Despite their supernatural subject matter, the best ghost movies aren&rsquo;t always the scariest movies. Sure, many can be scary or are straight up horror movies, but some are meant for kids and families. So if you combine those varied genres to get a ranking of the best movies with ghosts, which ones comes out on top? To get a definitive answer, everyone needs to weigh in with their favorite ghost story movies.

Movies have the ability to make us feel. Whether a good or bad emotion, they make us want to believe, be inspired, or somehow relate to the stories and characters we see on screen. Even when it&#39;s a ghost. Whenever you want to feel scared or are curious about the afterlife you can grab one of these best ghost movies to get your fix.

Not sure what qualifies as a ghost movie? Basically any film that features ghosts, spirits, poltergeists, and hauntings belongs on this list. For example, movies such as The Innocents, Beetlejuice, Poltergeist, and The House on Haunted Hill all fall under that category. Sure, they&rsquo;re completely different genres, but they all have ghosts.

So vote for your favorite movies featuring ghosts and add any you feel are missing from the list. If you&rsquo;re searching to see where a particular movie is ranked, use the search box at the top of the list. Otherwise, vote away for the best ghost movies of all time.

The Best Ghost Movies Of All Time, Ranked

The Best Ghost Movies of All Time, Ranked

Paranormal reality shows deliver frightful adventures in a reality TV style that makes them all the more terrifying. The <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-paranormal-television-tv-shows-and-series/reference" target="_blank">best paranormal investigation</a> shows are often about looking for ghosts, but what are the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/greatest-paranormal-reality-show-of-all-time" target="_blank">best ghost hunting shows</a>? This list includes some of the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/creepiest-shows-in-tv-history/ranker-tv" target="_blank">creepiest</a>, greatest ghost series ever to help you hunt down the next paranormal reality show on your watch list.Ghostly paranormal reality series offer everything from famous folks recounting their own ghostly encounters on Celebrity Ghost Stories to professional ghost hunters tracking down spectral intruders. Hearing ghost stories on shows like Ghost Adventures: Aftershocks is better than any campfire tale, and the cast of shows such as Ghost Lab and Fear may hiding from rather than hunting the ghosts in their haunted houses, but the spectral spirit is there.Which paranormal reality series offer the best ghost stories and haunting hunts? Vote up the best ghost hunting shows and add any ghost hunting series that are missing.

The Best Ghost Hunting Paranormal Reality Shows

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The Best Ghosts & Ghost Hunting Paranormal Reality Shows, Ranked

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