Horror-comedy is a genre that blends scares with laughs, producing some of the most unique and entertaining films. If you enjoyed ThanksKilling 3, you’ll love these 17 movies that offer a similar mix of horror and humor. Check out the trailers for each movie to see which one you’ll watch next!
1. Poultrygeist: Night of the Chicken Dead
Poultrygeist is a gory, hilarious tale of zombie chickens attacking a fast-food restaurant. Directed by Lloyd Kaufman, the film stars Jason Yachanin and Kate Graham.
2. Tucker and Dale vs. Evil
This film follows two well-meaning hillbillies who are mistaken for killers by a group of college kids. Starring Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine, it’s a perfect blend of laughs and scares.
3. The Gingerdead Man
A killer gingerbread man comes to life and wreaks havoc in a bakery. Featuring Gary Busey as the voice of the Gingerdead Man, this movie is as ridiculous as it sounds.
4. Rubber
Rubber is a bizarre film about a sentient tire that goes on a killing spree. Directed by Quentin Dupieux, it stars Stephen Spinella and Roxane Mesquida.
5. Killer Klowns from Outer Space
This cult classic features alien clowns invading Earth and turning people into cotton candy. The film stars Grant Cramer and Suzanne Snyder.
6. Deathgasm
A group of metalheads accidentally summon a demonic force in this New Zealand horror-comedy. Milo Cawthorne and James Blake star in this blood-soaked, rock-infused movie.
7. Scary Movie
A parody of popular horror films, Scary Movie is filled with slapstick humor and iconic scenes. The film stars Anna Faris and Marlon Wayans.
8. Shaun of the Dead
This British comedy follows a man trying to win back his ex-girlfriend during a zombie apocalypse. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost lead the cast in this Edgar Wright classic.
9. Zombeavers
A group of friends faces off against zombie beavers in this outlandish horror-comedy. Starring Rachel Melvin and Cortney Palm, it’s a wild ride from start to finish.
10. Black Sheep
In this New Zealand film, genetically mutated sheep turn into bloodthirsty killers. Nathan Meister and Peter Feeney star in this darkly funny movie.
11. Slither
Alien parasites invade a small town, turning residents into zombies. Directed by James Gunn, the film stars Nathan Fillion and Elizabeth Banks.
12. The Return of the Living Dead
This 1985 classic combines punk rock and zombies for a unique horror experience. The film stars Clu Gulager and James Karen.
13. Dead Snow
A group of friends encounters Nazi zombies while on a ski trip in Norway. Starring Vegar Hoel and Stig Frode Henriksen, this film is both gory and hilarious.
14. Freaks of Nature
Humans, vampires, and zombies must unite to save their town from an alien invasion. The film stars Nicholas Braun, Mackenzie Davis, and Josh Fadem.
15. Evil Dead II
Ash Williams battles demons in a remote cabin in this horror-comedy classic. Directed by Sam Raimi, it stars Bruce Campbell.
16. The Dead Don’t Die
A small town faces a zombie outbreak in this deadpan comedy. The film features an ensemble cast including Bill Murray, Adam Driver, and Tilda Swinton.
17. Warm Bodies
A zombie falls in love with a human, leading to an unconventional romance. Nicholas Hoult and Teresa Palmer star in this heartwarming horror-comedy.