Movies about psychics tap into our most tantalizing fantasies. They show us what it’s like to know the future, read minds, and have a conversation with a ghost. They’re outrageous and make you believe in something bigger than yourself, like the destiny, life after death, or charisma of Tom Cruise.
The idea of psychic phenomena has fueled some truly brilliant films. Below, we prepared a list of ten films about psychics that’ll have you questioning reality.
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1. The Cleansing Hour (2019)
Imagine if the best online psychic show you’d ever seen turned out to be an actual front-row seat to hell. Two childhood friends stream fake exorcisms online, until one day, it’s not fake anymore. What begins as another staged exorcism spirals into absolute madness when their latest “possessed” client becomes possessed for real.
This is a dynamic film without dramatic digressions. There is just a demon, heroes, and a difficult situation for the latter. This film makes it clear: whatever your views, it’s better not to joke with the paranormal.
2. Knowing (2009)
This film is one of the best examples of how the combination of extrasensory abilities, science, and Nicolas Cage’s acting skills can work. The story begins in 1959 during the opening of an elementary school. The school authorities encourage the children to draw what they see the future to be, to use these drawings for the time capsule.
Cage plays John Koestler, a professor who discovers a list of numbers buried in a time capsule. He finds out that these numbers aren’t just random digits — they predict disasters. If you choose this movie for your evening, you’ll enjoy a psychic narrative that blends logic and mystery.
3. Minority Report (2002)
Steven Spielberg gave us a world where psychics float in a spa-like tub all day, predicting crimes before they happen. But what happens when the system itself starts to glitch?
This is exactly what happens to the main character, played by Tom Cruise. He believes in the system until he becomes one of its targets. He is sure that he is incapable of crime, but technology and psychics say otherwise. Trying to find out the truth, the main character is faced with a difficult choice.
This film isn’t just about action. It’s about whether knowing the future is a gift or a curse.
4. The Others (2001)
This film is steeped in mysticism, gothic charm, and endless metaphorical (and real) fog. Nicole Kidman plays a mother whose two children are allergic to light (a fact she reminds everyone of about every three minutes). But as the film unfolds, it becomes clear that the spooky mansion isn’t just filled with creaky floorboards — it’s hiding secrets.
What makes this movie special is the quiet unraveling of what’s actually happening. Psychic undertones ripple through the story, prompting you to ponder big questions about death, life, and everything in between.
5. Solace (2015)
This film is worth watching at least for the cast. Here, you’ll see Anthony Hopkins as a psychic FBI consultant and Colin Farrell as a psychic serial killer.
Hopkins plays John Clancy, a man whose ability to see the future is both a blessing and a curse. He helps the FBI catch a serial killer. However, he quickly realizes that this killer has abilities as well.
You’ll be amazed by the tense cat-and-mouse dynamic between brilliant Hopkins and Farrell. This movie is dark and moody and makes you grateful that most of us can’t hear each other’s thoughts.
6. What Women Want (2000)
Mel Gibson gets electrocuted and suddenly hears women’s thoughts. What Women Want is a hilarious exploration of what happens when you know too much.
The psychic element here is more comedic than mystical, but psychic movies don’t have to be heavy. Plus, this movie asks an important question: Do we really want to know what people are thinking? No. We definitely don’t.
7. The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (2023)
Wes Anderson’s take on psychics is stylish and full of pastels. The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar follows a man (played by Benedict Cumberbatch) who learns to see without using his eyes.
In this movie, you’ll see meticulous sets, witty dialogue, and characters who feel both absurd and deeply human. It’s a tale of transformation, generosity, and the idea that psychic powers can teach us something about ourselves.
8. Doctor Sleep (2019)
If you ever wondered what happened to Danny Torrance from The Shining, Doctor Sleep is your answer. Now an adult, Danny is grappling with his psychic abilities while facing off against a cult that feeds on psychic energy.
The film shows how psychics connect across distances and dimensions. It is not as melancholic as the first part and has enough action. It is intense, emotional, and surprisingly heartwarming for horror. While watching, you will feel the same as when reading Stephen King’s works: a sense of dread and the inability to tear yourself away.
9. In Your Eyes (2014)
Would you like to see the world through another person’s eyes for a moment? In this romantic drama with a psychic twist, two strangers realize they can see and feel through each other’s eyes, despite living on opposite sides of the country. The atmosphere in this movie is sweet and genuinely heartfelt. It takes the concept of “long-distance relationship” to a whole new level.
The psychic bond becomes a metaphor for emotional intimacy in this film. It proves that sometimes the greatest connection is the one you can’t explain.
Conclusion
Psychic movies don’t just talk about mind-reading; they peel back the layers of what we think we know and explore what lies beneath. They challenge our understanding of the world, spark curiosity, and remind us that even when life feels ordinary, there might just be a little magic — or a psychic serial killer — lurking around the corner. Whether you choose Nicolas Cage trying to save the world once again, Anthony Hopkins staring deep into your soul, or Nicole Kidman whispering “Don’t open the curtains,” you’ll be impressed.
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