
Krampus
You don't want to be on his list.
Directed by Michael Dougherty
Produced by Universal Pictures, Legendary Pictures
A darkly comedic holiday horror film that weaponizes Christmas nostalgia and family dysfunction against a backdrop of ancient mythological dread.
When his dysfunctional family clashes over the holidays, young Max is disillusioned and turns his back on Christmas. Little does he know, this lack of festive spirit has unleashed the wrath of Krampus: a demonic force of ancient evil intent on punishing non-believers.
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Questions people ask
Is Krampus scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.
Is Krampus sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is Krampus violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Does Krampus end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is Krampus easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Everything like Krampus, and what each one shares →
Like Krampus
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Krampus
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Krampus, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Krampus, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Krampus, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

























































