15 Best Indonesian Comedy Horror Movies

The film centers on an extraordinary team of ghost hunters called the Pengusir Setan Tanpa Kekerasan (Nonviolent Exorcists). Under Sigit's leadership, who possesses the rare ability to communicate with ghosts, they come together with dreams of striking it rich.

But their path is filled with unexpected challenges. They encounter spirits that are not just spooky, but also pose real threats. The central question of the movie is whether Sigit and his team can triumph over these ghostly obstacles. Infused with comedic elements, the film guarantees a blend of laughs and thrills, brought to life by its talented cast.

Portraying the character of Sigit, a man gifted with indigo abilities from a young age, is Tora Sudiro, who also steps behind the camera as the film's director, collaborating closely with Girry Pratama.

"Ghost Writer" marks the first directorial venture of Bene Dion Rajagukguk and the producing debut of Ernest Prakasa. The movie unfolds the story of Naya, a young and gifted writer who's struggling with writer's block.

In a bid to honor her father, a renowned author, Naya decides to complete his unfinished final book. She moves into her father's old house, seeking inspiration but instead encounters a series of eerie happenings.

There, Naya meets the spirit of Galih, a young man who claims he was the real writer behind the books credited to her father. Galih, who met a tragic end, is unable to find peace as his literary works were claimed by another. Initially doubtful, Naya comes to believe in Galih's story and vows to help bring the truth to light.

The story intensifies as Naya struggles to validate Galih's assertions, all while navigating the unsettling presence of other ghosts in the house and the skepticism of her family and friends.

Following the success of her novel "Ghost Writer," Naya has risen to fame as a celebrated horror novelist. While this brings stability to her life, it also comes with discomfort. Naya is troubled by fans and people around her mistaking her for a psychic.

Naya also faces constant pressure from Mrs. Broto and Mas Alvin to continue crafting ghost stories. Eager for a change, she pleads to be part of an anthology project by her favorite author. Yet, this isn't her only source of distress.

Naya is also facing other challenges. She and her fiancé, Vino, are excitedly preparing for their wedding in three months. However, a sudden and heartbreaking event takes Vino's life that turns him into a ghost. This unexpected twist adds another layer of complexity to Naya's already complicated life.

Starring talented actors like Tatjana Saphira, Deva Mahendra, and Endy Arfian, this movie offers more than just chills. It skillfully blends horror with comedy and dives into themes of friendship and family, making it an engaging and multifaceted story.

The film Poconggg Juga Pocong brings to life the popular novel it's based on. It centers on Poconggg, a ghost with a unique problem. He regrets not confessing his love while alive. Unlike your typical spooky ghost, Poconggg isn't frightening at all—in fact, he's even scared of other ghosts.

Poconggg often faces teasing from Anjaw, a more experienced ghost, and his crew. But things look up when he befriends Kunti, a charming and well-liked kuntilanak. Kunti not only helps him adjust to ghostly life but also becomes his confidante, as Poconggg shares his unspoken feelings for Sheila, the woman he adores.

Still coming to terms with his own demise and his unexpressed love for Sheila, Poconggg struggles with the stark differences between the world of ghosts and humans. Amidst his uncertainty, he's also confronted with the reality that Sheila's senior, Adit, is beginning to show an interest in her. This horror-comedy weaves a tale of love, friendship, and the quirky challenges of a ghostly existence.

Hello Ghost is an adaptation of the 2014 Korean film by director Kim Young Tak. The movie gained massive popularity and was remade in various countries, including Indonesia, where Falcon Pictures entrusted the production of the movie to director Indra Gunawan.

The movie tells the story of Krishna (Onadio Leonardo), a man who faces great difficulties in his life. Struggling with his circumstances, Krishna decides to take the drastic step of ending his life. However, his suicide attempt fails and sends him back to a bleak life.

Strangely, Krishna begins to see four spirits that follow him: Kuatno (Indro Warkop), an old ghost; Bima (Tora Sudiro), a ghost who used to be a public transportation driver; Lita (Hesti Purwadinata), a ghost who is always sad; and Cika (Ciara Nadine Brosnan), a little ghost with wheels.

The presence of these four ghosts further complicates Krishna's life, so he asks them to leave. However, they agree on the condition that Krishna fulfills their request. Despite the challenges, Krishna strives to fulfill their requests, leading him to a brighter life.

The story unfolds around the legend of Kakek Cangkul, once married to Nenek Gayung. When Kakek Cangkul passed away, his body wasn't laid to rest properly, leading him to wreak havoc from beyond the grave, demanding a proper burial.

Our heroes, Duta (Zacky Zimah), Coki (Rizky Mocil), Danu (Zidni Adam), and the lovely Thalia (Herfiza Noviyanti) and Miki (Febriane Ferdzilla), find themselves up against the wrath of Kakek Cangkul. They are thrust into a spooky adventure as they try to appease the angry spirit of Kakek Cangkul. The question is, will they be able to withstand the ghostly terror he brings?

"Kakek Cangkul" is the follow-up to the hit movie "Nenek Gayung." Directed again by Nuri Dahlia, this film continues to blend horror and humor, promising to be as thrilling and laughter-inducing as its predecessor.

On a spooky night, Wawan's boarding house becomes the scene of a haunting by a pocong (a type of Indonesian ghost). This eerie encounter is shared by his friends, Hary, Boy, and Tedi. In a frantic effort to flee from the ghost, Hary and Tedi are struck by a car that made them hospitalized.

Still shaken the next day, Hary and Wawan visit a well-known shaman, hoping to find protection against the ghostly terror. Despite receiving a keris, a traditional weapon, from the shaman, it proves ineffective in stopping the pocong's haunting.

The situation grows more dire when Wawan gets into a car accident, spurred by the frightening pursuit of the pocong. Amidst the chaos, Boy confesses to Ririn and Mirna, his roommates, about a dark secret. He admits that they accidentally caused the death of a girl named Lastri.

But there's more to the story. The group soon discovers that Lastri's restless spirit has transformed into the pocong that's been pursuing them.

Pelukis Hantu (Ghost Painter) follows the journey of Tutur, a relatively new artist in the art world. Faced with financial challenges, he takes a unique job as a ghost painter for a television program. Although he doesn't have the ability to see supernatural entities, Tutur is surprised to discover that he can indeed see ghosts.

This led him to an unexpected experience, that his newly revealed ability boosted the TV show's popularity to the point where it went viral and attracted a large audience. However, this popularity brings its own problems as Tutur is haunted by a Kuntilanak (ghost often depicted as a long-haired woman dressed in white).

In his mission for answers, Tutur meets Amanda, a writer and researcher specializing in supernatural phenomena. Together with Amanda and their friend Udin, they perform a series of rituals to communicate with the kuntilanak. They are determined to uncover the mystery behind the message that the supernatural creature wants to relay.

In the neighborhood where Duta lives, there's a mysterious tale that has everyone talking. It's about the ghost known as Nenek Gayung.

Legend has it that Nenek Gayung is an old woman with a scary look, always carrying a water dipper and a pandanus mat. These items, it's said, are used to bathe her chosen victims.

The locals have a strong belief, that if you run into Nenek Gayung, it's best not to talk to her. There's a widespread fear that if Nenek Gayung speaks to a young man, he will face his untimely death within seven days.

Nuri Dahlia's film, a mix of horror and comedy, brings this spooky urban legend of 'Nenek Gayung' to life, a story well-known in Indonesian folklore. Featuring Nikita Mirzani in the lead role, the movie promises to send shivers down your spine while also delivering a good dose of laughter.

Reunion Z tells the story of a high school reunion from Zenith High's class of '97, which quickly spirals into a sequence of thrilling and unexpected happenings. The reunion brings together Juhana, a now-famous celebrity, and her best friend Jeffri, a renowned YouTuber, along with his wife, Lulu, who's facing marital troubles.

Juhana and Jeffri, along with Mansur, were once part of a school band. Strangely, Mansur is nowhere to be found at the reunion. They encounter Marina, a stunning woman claiming to be an alumna, though no one seems to remember her. Jody, a notorious troublemaker during their school days, also joins the gathering.

Initially, the reunion unfolds without a hitch. However, the mood shifts from joyful reminiscence to sheer terror when cheerleaders unexpectedly transform into zombies, infecting others in a domino effect.

In the chaos, Juhana, Lulu, and Raina find themselves holed up in the monitor room, struggling to find a way out. Jeffri is stuck in the laboratory with Prilly, a current student at Zenith High. Meanwhile, Jody and Marina are cornered in the cafeteria. Can these Zenith High alumni from '97 outlast this horrifying zombie onslaught?

Three friends, Jack, Tando, and Shelly, are passionate about motorcycle racing through the city. Their lives take a dramatic turn one night when Shelly is involved in a terrible accident.

In a rush to get help, Jack and Tando bring Shelly to the closest hospital. As they anxiously wait for updates on Shelly's condition, they encounter Sachiko, a Japanese woman who is there with her ailing friend, Cakil.

Little do they know, the hospital harbors a dark secret. Eerie and frightening occurrences start happening around them, leaving Jack, Tando, and Sachiko feeling uneasy. They desperately try to navigate their way through the growingly perplexing situation.

Things escalate when they realize escaping the hospital isn't as easy as they thought. Driven by bravery and a desire to understand, they delve into investigating the hospital's mysteries, determined to figure out what's causing the strange happenings around them.

Mumun and Juned were deeply in love, but their story takes a tragic turn when Mumun dies in a terrible accident that leaves Juned heartbroken.

At Mumun's burial, Husein, responsible for preparing the grave, makes a critical mistake. He forgets to remove Mumun's burial shroud's binding. This error leads to Mumun rising from her grave, now on a quest to find someone who can untie her bindings so she can finally rest in peace.

Directed by Rizal Mantovani, this film is a modern take on Mandra's popular 2000s soap opera 'Jadi Pocong'. Staying true to its horror-comedy roots, the movie promises a mix of suspense and laughter, ensuring an entertaining experience for its audience!

Wesley Jabrik, along with his friends Kevin and Momon Nganga, finds himself in a bit of a bind. Tasked with writing a horror novel, Wesley struggles to make progress.

In comes Momon Nganga with a solution. He suggests that Wesley should write the biography of Indra Devian, a well-known celebrity, promising a handsome reward. Tempted by the opportunity, Wesley puts his horror novel on hold and dives into the biography project.

However, as Wesley explores into the life of Indra Devian, mysterious and supernatural occurrences start to happen around him. He is frequently haunted by a kuntilanak, a female ghost from local folklore, and these eerie encounters become more frequent and intense.

Driven by curiosity and growing concern, Wesley discovers that his friends, Dylla and Gizka, are facing similar experiences. Even his sister Alice and their maid, Maya Olong, are not spared from the ghostly pranks. Why is Wesley and his inner circle the target of this kuntilanak's hauntings? The answer awaits in this thrilling and humorous movie!

Asep, a humble farmer with a big heart, dreams of marrying Lilis. However, he faces a challenge in gaining the approval of Abah Dading, Lilis' father. Determined to prove his worth, Asep heads to the city to earn a living for the woman he loves.

In the city, Asep befriends Kubil, Bonar, and Wanda. They share a house together, but their peaceful life is disrupted when the ghost of a pocong starts appearing at their home during the night. Refusing to ignore this spooky occurrence, Asep and his friends set out to solve the mystery of the ghostly visitor.

Their quest for answers brings them to a shaman, who reveals that the pocong is the spirit of a woman who met a tragic end. The shaman tells them that the only way to stop these hauntings is to uncover the truth about the woman's death.

Pocong Ngesot skillfully blends comedy and horror, providing an engaging and entertaining movie experience. Despite its simple storyline, the movie manages to captivate viewers. The performances by Fero Walandouw and Aziz Gagap perfectly capture their characters, and the film strikes a fine balance between fear and fun, offering horror elements without overdoing it.

A contemporary scam trend, where fraudsters impersonate family members asking for phone credit, gets a unique twist in this horror-comedy film released in 2012. Featuring Nikita Mirzani and directed by Nuri Dahlia, the movie turns a common scam into a spine-tingling yet humorous storyline.

In the film, a group of security guard trainees at a camp are baffled by text messages that seem to be part of the Mama Minta Pulsa (Mama asks for credit) scam. Iko, Tino, Tessa, and Jelly, who are participating in the training, initially dismiss these messages as just another trick.

However, the mood shifts dramatically when two assistant coaches, Umar and Said, come face to face with a frightening figure, Mak Lampir (a character from Indonesian folklore). This ghostly being is fixated on extracting credit from them, creating a nerve-wracking environment at the camp.

Despite these eerie happenings, many at the camp, including the tough and skeptical Commander Carolina, refuse to believe in the supernatural. This disbelief adds to the tension and humor as they confront the bizarre and scary events unfolding around them.