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10 Best Movies Like The 'Burbs

If you loved The 'Burbs, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
The Vagrant

The Vagrant

1992★ 5.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The 'Burbs for fans of Comedy & Horror & Thriller. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

A business man buys a house, but he has a hard time trying to get rid of its previous tenant, a dirty bum....

#2
Watcher

Watcher

2022★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The 'Burbs for fans of Horror & Thriller. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

As a serial killer stalks the city, Julia — a young actress who just moved to town with her husband — notices a mysterious stranger watching her from across the street....

#3
Fright Night

Fright Night

1985★ 7.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The 'Burbs for fans of Comedy & Horror. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

Charley Brewster, a high school student, accidentally discovers the true and creepy nature of Jerry Dandrige, his dashing and enigmatic new neighbor; but no one seems willing to be...

#4
Manhattan Murder Mystery

Manhattan Murder Mystery

1993★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The 'Burbs for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

A middle-aged couple suspects foul play when their neighbor's wife suddenly drops dead....

#5
Parents

Parents

1989★ 5.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The 'Burbs for fans of Comedy & Horror. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

Michael is a young boy living in a typical 1950s suburbanite home... except for his bizarre and horrific nightmares, and continued unease around his parents. Young Michael begins t...

#6
Suburbicon

Suburbicon

2017★ 5.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The 'Burbs for fans of Thriller. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

In the quiet family town of Suburbicon during the 1950s, the best and worst of humanity is hilariously reflected through the deeds of seemingly ordinary people. When a home invasio...

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