We’ve all heard the comparisons: toddlers and zombies, motherhood and a relentless apocalypse. It makes sense. The drool, the nonsensical chatter, the insatiable urge to nibble on everything in sight. But let’s dive deeper—many horror films reflect the chaotic and unpredictable nature of our little ones.
Cujo
Take Cujo, for instance. The scene where the dog tries to break into the car? That was surely penned by a parent who thought shutting the bathroom door would grant them a moment of peace.
Aliens
Then there’s Aliens. That moment where the alien is licking Sigourney Weaver’s face? Clearly inspired by a parent attempting to co-sleep with a toddler who is testing the waters to see if anyone is awake.
Jaws
As for Jaws, every day feels like a battle in my kitchen as I fend off bites from my teething toddler. If you squint, the mast of that boat actually resembles a kitchen stool—just saying!
The Exorcist
Now, let’s discuss The Exorcist. I’ll boldly assert that the entire film revolves around a darling little one navigating their terrible twos. Remember the infamous pea soup scene? Haven’t we all been there, sneaking veggies into a beloved smoothie?
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
And how about Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde? If that’s not a glimpse of a toddler before and after their nap, I don’t know what is.
28 Days Later
In 28 Days Later, the rage virus? It’s real, and it festers in toddlers. The only antidote is time. Enough said.
Pet Sematary
Pet Sematary didn’t hold back when depicting the post-mortem fury of Gage. Every child has the potential to unleash that level of chaos; some just haven’t tapped into it yet.
The Blair Witch Project
When it comes to The Blair Witch Project, that spine-chilling conclusion—where one character stands in the corner while another screams—mirrors my daily routine. I often find myself in front of the fridge, mindlessly snacking while my toddler calls “Mommy!” an unfathomable number of times. I bet one of the writers had a little one named Blair.
Rosemary’s Baby
Lastly, we can’t forget Rosemary’s Baby, the quintessential “evil baby” film. While Adrian may not fully showcase his sinister potential, we all know what havoc he could wreak if he chose to.
Do you have other horror movie connections to toddler behavior that I missed? Share in the comments!
This article was originally published on July 7, 2015.
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Summary
This article humorously connects the wild antics of toddlers to various horror films, suggesting that many elements of these movies reflect the chaotic life of parenting. From the relentless energy of toddlers to their surprising transformations, the parallels are both amusing and relatable.