5 Movies Like Knock Knock (2015) –

The Horror/Psychological Thriller, “Knock Knock,” was released in 2015 to mixed critical acclaim. This movie was directed by Eli Roth, who is famous for creating the “Hostel” series of Horror films.

The plot of “Knock Knock,” starring Keanu Reeves as Evan, follows a young married architect who has his home invaded by two young women (after they convince him they are innocently seeking directions and refuge from a big storm). By the time Evan realizes that the two women are not who they seemed to be, viewers are taken on a dark journey of torture, depravity and character assassination.

TFR’s top 5 picks for movies like Knock Knock are as follows: Fatal Attraction (1987), Return To Sender (2015), Intruders (2016), Wild Things (1998) and Kiss and Kill (2017)

TFR Similar Movie #1: Fatal Attraction

“Fatal Attraction” is a psychological thriller released in 1987, directed by Adrian Lyne and starring Michael Douglas, Glenn Close and Anne Archer. The movie follows the story of Dan Gallagher (Douglas), an attorney living a seemingly perfect life with his wife Beth (Archer) and daughter Ellen (Ellen Hamilton Latzen). Little does Dan know that an “innocent” weekend affair he has with Alex Forrest (Close) will spiral into a deadly obsession that threatens to destroy his family and his life.

As in movies like Knock Knock, Fatal Attraction portrays the misery which can ensue from a simple moment of bad judgment. If you haven’t had a chance to see this classic yet, “Fatal Attraction” will not disappoint as it IS a Grand-Daddy of the genre.

TFR Similar Movie #2: Return to Sender

Directed by Fouad Mikati, “Return to Sender” stars Rosamund Pike, Shiloh Fernandez and Nick Nolte, and is an intense exploration of justice and revenge.

This exciting drama portrays the story of Miranda, a nurse living in rural Tennessee. After receiving a mysterious letter from a past love, Miranda’s life begins to unravel after she is brutally attacked in her home by an unknown assailant. Soon, she finds herself in the midst of a dangerous mystery and a fight for her life.

Return to Sender is a worthy thriller that matches the “Fight or Flight” adrenaline rush of movies like Knock Knock.

TFR Similar Movie #3: Intruders

The horror genre has moviegoers constantly searching for the next “scariest” film. Enter “Intruders”, a psychological thriller directed by Adam Schindler. This suspenseful film follows John and Laura, a couple trying to protect themselves and their daughter from a mysterious intruder dead set on destroying their family. As they search for answers, they find themselves thrust into a world of secrets and lies where nothing is as it seems.

If you enjoyed being kept guessing about the motivation behind the intruders in “Knock Knock” then be sure to allow Intruders into your home for a try.

TFR Similar Movie #4: Wild Things

For over two decades now, the 1998 American psychological thriller film “Wild Things” has been captivating audiences. John McNaughton’s film packs loads of twists and turns throughout, keeping you just “out of the loop” until the end. Neve Campbell, Matt Dillon, and Denise Richards star in this thriller whose plot follows a tale of deceit, betrayal, and seduction when two high school girls accuse their guidance counselor of sexual assault and proceed to engage in some delicious extortion at his expense.

If you enjoyed the dangerous sexual tension of movies like Knock Knock, then you’ll love this classic highly-sexual thriller. Now for #5 in TFR’s list of movies like Knock Knock:

TFR Similar Movie #5: Kiss and Kill

The Erotic Thriller “Kiss and Kill” was directed by Dean McKendrick and written by Suzanne Cabot, the same Director / Writer team which released the comedy, “Sleeping Beauties” in 2017. The plot of “Kiss and Kill” involves a young, trophy-wife struggling through some cascading repercussions related to a single indiscretion on her part. Katy’s (Kira Noir) detour from her marriage ends up leading her down a path of blackmail and murder.

When revealing photos of her indiscretion surfaces, it forces Katy to submit to her tormentors’ in an effort to hold onto her life. As her situation deteriorates, there appears to be no way out for Katy, who is forced to plot to destroy those who are trying to destroy her.
If you enjoyed Knock Knock for its sexual tension in the midst of danger, give “Kiss and Kill” a look.
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