5 Great Horror Movies With Weak Premises

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A horror movie's premise is crucial, as this is what sells the film to audiences who are hopeful that they have found their new favorite film. Whether looking back at classic flicks or new releases, the story is what draws people in, suggesting a terrifying ride full of surprises.

Sometimes, a movie has a silly premise that is hard to take seriously, but the movie is a lot of fun. Other times, the story is a bit weak and thin, making audiences wonder if there will be enough plot in the film. There are several well-crafted horror movies with premises that leave something to be desired.

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At first, it seems like the premise of When A Stranger Calls is similar to 1974's Black Christmas, as both movies are based on the urban legend «The babysitter and the man upstairs.» This tale is also mentioned in the 1998 horror movie Urban Legend along with other stories. Both movies involve a young woman (or a group of young women) who receive creepy phone calls and realize that a killer is after them.

Based on the premise, it doesn't seem like When A Stranger Calls would be that compelling. Carol Kane's character Jill Johnson is babysitting children when a man keeps phoning her, which becomes scarier and scarier as the night goes on. Years later, Jill has a family of her own and he comes back. The story might feel a bit thin, especially by today's standards, but Kane gives an amazing performance and the film is one of the best horror movies about babysitting.

Jamie Lee Curtis couldn't possibly be more beloved for playing final girl Laurie Strode in Halloween… but when horror fans think about it, the premise of the 1978 movie is a bit thin. A teenage girl is babysitting on October 31st when she