Movies Similar to Tumbbad

If Tumbbad left you spellbound with its eerie visuals, mythological undertones, and philosophical horror, you’re not alone. This cinematic masterpiece blended folklore, greed, and atmosphere like few others in Indian cinema. But once you’ve watched Tumbbad, what’s next?

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Here’s a curated list of films that echo the soul of Tumbbad — movies that delve into the mystical, the psychological, and the dread-filled.

Movies Similar to Tumbbad Are Listed Below

Bulbbul (2020)

Set in the 1880s Bengal Presidency, Bulbbul uses folklore to explore themes of trauma, transformation, and justice. The visuals are stunning, drenched in red hues, and the narrative walks a tightrope between ghost story and feminist fable.

Pari (2018)

Anushka Sharma delivers a haunting performance in this dark, supernatural horror. It steers away from traditional jump scares and explores demonic lore and dark cults. Much like Tumbbad, it’s atmospheric, unpredictable, and rooted in belief systems.

Kaun? (1999)

Directed by Ram Gopal Varma and written by Anurag Kashyap, Kaun? is a claustrophobic psychological thriller with a sharp, twisted ending. While it lacks the mythological theme, its tone and tension will remind you of Tumbbad’s dread.

Ship of Theseus (2012)

Not a horror movie, but this philosophical drama explores identity, mortality, and transformation. For viewers who loved Tumbbad for its deeper questions about greed and legacy, this is an intellectual follow-up.

Peepli Live (2010) (for the allegory)

Though satirical and not horror, Peepli Live critiques greed and systemic failure, much like Tumbbad does through the lens of myth. If you appreciated the deeper social message, this offers a parallel.

Stree (2018)

Blending horror and folklore with a feminist twist, Stree presents the tale of a spirit that abducts men. It’s humorous yet eerie, set in a small town like Tumbbad, and carries the same charm of Indian myth meeting modern commentary.

Maya (2015) – Tamil

A horror thriller steeped in eerie atmosphere and supernatural mystery. Nayanthara leads this film into deep emotional and spiritual territory, exploring the nature of fear and guilt, much like the slow-burning horror of Tumbbad.

Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Jallikattu (2019)

A visual spectacle that explores primal human instincts. While not a horror film per se, it mirrors Tumbbad‘s exploration of greed and chaos with raw, kinetic energy and philosophical undertones.

Gothic Westerns like The Witch (2015)

If you enjoyed Tumbbad for its world-building and creeping dread, Robert Eggers’ The Witch is a must-watch. Set in Puritan New England, it explores folklore, isolation, and sin.

Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth (2006)

A young girl navigates a mythical underworld during the Spanish Civil War. It’s dark, poetic, and blends real-world trauma with fantastical horror — the same recipe that made Tumbbad unforgettable.

Tumbbad is rare, but its echoes can be found across world cinema. Whether it’s through themes of greed, myth, or fear, these films offer dark beauty and deeper meaning.