One of Us

About this list

Belonging is a powerful drug, and horror knows how to lace it. The cult preys not with violence but with warmth — open arms, a sense of purpose, a family that finally sees you — right up until the door closes behind you. This is a list for films where an outsider is gradually seduced into a cult or insular community; if the locals are hostile from the first scene, see You're Not From Around Here.