If you loved
The Babysitter
McG · Film · 2017
You loved The Babysitter because it perfectly balances the high-stakes terror of occult threats with the relatable, awkward energy of growing up.
Books on the same thread
Goosebumps
R. L. Stine · Book · 1992
Explores: Monsters, Supernatural, Fear.
If the suburban suspense of The Babysitter kept you on edge, this story offers a similar sense of youthful vulnerability as characters face hidden dangers during an unexpected adventure.
Fablehaven
Brandon Mull · Book · 2007
Shares a thread with The Babysitter: Good vs Evil.
Much like the unsettling discoveries in The Babysitter, this tale centers on the transition from a normal life to a hidden, dangerous world where good and evil collide.
The Institute
Stephen King · Book · 2019
Shares a thread with The Babysitter: Loss of innocence.
This book mirrors the dark, institutionalized threat found in The Babysitter, focusing on kids who must band together to survive a terrifying conflict against an overwhelming, malevolent force.
The Rage: A Game of Survival
Natica Brown · Book · 2017
Shares a thread with The Babysitter: Loss of Innocence.
If you enjoyed the way The Babysitter forces a teen into a sudden, life-threatening situation, you will appreciate this intense narrative about survival, betrayal, and the fight for life.
Series on the same thread
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa · Series · 2018
Shares a thread with The Babysitter: Good vs Evil.
This series captures the exact same occult-infused coming-of-age spirit as The Babysitter, blending high school life with the dangerous, supernatural realities of the dark, hidden world of witchcraft.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Joss Whedon · Series · 1997
Shares a thread with The Babysitter: Good vs Evil.
This show is the definitive predecessor to The Babysitter, grounding its supernatural battles against evil in the very real, often painful process of navigating the teenage years.
The Mick
Dave Chernin · Series · 2017
Explores: Fish Out of Water, Dysfunctional Family, Responsibility Avoidance.
The Babysitter relies on the tension between adult figures and the youth they supervise, a dynamic this dark comedy explores through a dysfunctional, chaotic, and highly entertaining lens.
Gossip Girl
Stephanie Savage · Series · 2007
Explores: Privilege, Social Status, Secrets.
If you were drawn to the high-pressure social dynamics and secrets of The Babysitter, you will find a similar fascination with the hidden lives and influence of privileged teens.
Podcasts on the same thread
Zane and Heath: Unfiltered
Zane & Heath · Podcast · 2026
Explores: creator culture, friendship dynamics, candid storytelling.
The conversational energy of this podcast mirrors the banter that defines the teenage perspective in The Babysitter, offering an unfiltered look at friendship dynamics and modern creator culture.
My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Exactly Right and iHeartPodcasts · Podcast · 2026
Explores: mental health awareness, female friendship, coping mechanisms.
This podcast shares the dark, morbid curiosity found in The Babysitter, using comedy as a coping mechanism to discuss the terrifying and unexpected side of human nature and crime.
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Common questions
What is the plot of The Babysitter?
The Babysitter follows a young boy named Cole who stays up past his bedtime. He discovers that his babysitter is a member of a Satanic cult. The group then attempts to keep him quiet to ensure their secret remains hidden.
Is The Babysitter a horror movie?
The Babysitter centers on a Satanic cult that will stop at nothing to silence a child. Given the premise of a dangerous cult threatening a young boy, the film focuses on the high-stakes conflict Cole faces after staying up past his bedtime.
Who directed The Babysitter?
The Babysitter was directed by McG. Released in 2017, the film depicts a night where a young boy named Cole uncovers the dark reality that his babysitter belongs to a Satanic cult determined to protect their secret at any cost.
Does The Babysitter involve a cult?
Yes, the central conflict in The Babysitter involves a Satanic cult. After Cole stays up past his bedtime, he learns his babysitter is part of this group. The cult members then work to stop him from exposing their secret activities.