We’ve compiled a list of the best found footage movies ever made. Covering everything from horror, comedy, science fiction, action, mystery, and more! We’ve seen every film twice and given them our stamp of approval.
Movies are sorted by year of release, then by title. With newest releases at the top. This list is updated regularly, as new films are found. Our curated selection is designed to offer something for everyone that appreciates the genre.
What is a Found Footage Film?
Found footage films are based around the idea of regular people, or a film crew, making the recording you see. They are sometimes called a “mockumentary,” which is fictional documentary.
The recordings you see are then found by someone after the characters have died, disappeared, or passed on their recordings to someone else. The goal is to ground the story in realism by presenting events as true and factual. Because of this, audiences tend to be split on their opinions and ratings. Fans of the genre find these films engaging and entertaining.
Do Not Enter (2024)
After posting a viral video on YouTube, two rising YouTube stars suddenly decide to enter an abandoned home where they believe paranormal activities may exist.
Rating: R Runtime: 1 hour 28 minutes Language: English
Director: Valeri Milev Writers: Michael Hurst, Bruce Payne Stars: Bruce Payne, Daniella Alonso, Roger Cross
Savageland (2015)
A small town’s population is completely wiped out and the sole survivor, a Mexican immigrant illegally in the USA, is the sole suspect behind what happened.
Rating: R Runtime: 1 hour 23 minutes Language: English
Director: Levan Gabriadze Writers: Nelson Greaves Stars: Heather Sossaman, Matthew Bohrer, Courtney Halverson
The Borderlands (2013)
Paranormal investigators hired by the Catholic Church are brought in to confirm if supernatural events are occurring at a small church. What they discover is much bigger then anticpicated.
Two separate groups work to unravel the legend behind The Slender Man. With one man seeking to find his missing son, while the other pair look to discover the truth.
Rating: Not Rated Runtime: 1 hour 24 minutes Language: English
Director: Christopher MacBride Writers: Christopher MacBride Stars: Aaron Poole, James Gilbert, Ian Anderson
Evidence (2012)
What starts out as a camping trip transforms into a dangerous game of life or death. As four friends learn of a mysterious creature lurking in the shadows.
Rating: Not Rated Runtime: 1 hour 32 minutes Language: English
Directors: Colin Minihan, Stuart Ortiz, The Vicious Brothers Writers: The Vicious Brothers, Stuart Ortiz, Colin Minihan Stars Benjamin Wilkinson, Sean Rogerson, Ashleigh Gryzko
Paranormal Activity 3 (2011)
Preceding the events of Paranormal Activity, young Katie and Kristie discover the demonic spirit haunting their lives.
Rating: Not Rated Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes Language: English
Director: Carlo Ledesma Writers: Enzo Tedeschi, Julian Harvey Stars: Bel Delia, Andy Rodoreda, Steve Davis
Troll Hunter (2010)
A team of journalists work to uncover the truth behind a man at the center of various ecological tragedies and discover that there’s more than meets the eye.
Rating: R Runtime: 1 hour 21 minutes Language: English
Director: Daniel Myrick, Eduardo Sánchez Writers: Daniel Myrick, Eduardo Sánchez, Heather Donahue Stars: Heather Donahue, Michael C. Williams, Joshua Leonard
The McPherson Tape (1998)
While recording their special family time, the McPherson’s find out they’re not alone and their unwanted guests have dark plans for them.