What if your worst nightmare wasn’t a monster lurking in the shadows—but something far more terrifying, something alive, uncontrollable, and inside you? Splinter (2008) is an intense, edge-of-your-seat horror thriller that blends body horror, survival tension, and relentless terror into one blood-curdling experience.

Plot Summary

A romantic getaway takes a deadly turn when Seth and Polly are carjacked by an escaped convict and his girlfriend. But their troubles are just beginning. Stranded at a desolate gas station, they soon discover something far more horrifying than their captors—a mysterious parasitic organism that infects anything it touches, twisting bodies into grotesque, living nightmares.

As the creature’s deadly spines spread, consuming its victims and turning them into monstrous puppets, the survivors must work together to escape. But with nowhere to run, limited time, and a horrifying discovery about the parasite’s true nature, survival may already be impossible…

What Makes Splinter Stand Out?

A Unique & Terrifying Creature – Forget zombies, vampires, or aliens—Splinter introduces a parasite that reanimates dead flesh in a disturbingly unnatural way. The contorted, jerky movements of its victims will haunt you.

Non-Stop, Heart-Pounding Tension – Trapped in a single location, every second is a fight for survival. The film wastes no time plunging into the action, keeping the suspense dialed to the max.

Brutal & Unforgettable Body Horror – If you love grotesque, The Thing (1982)-style practical effects, Splinter delivers. The transformations are nightmare fuel, and every attack is pure chaos.

Is Splinter Worth Watching?

If you’re a fan of The Thing (1982) or Cabin Fever (2002), Splinter is a must-watch. It’s a claustrophobic, adrenaline-pumping horror flick that turns your worst fears into reality.

Could you survive an enemy that turns you into its weapon? Watch Splinter and find out—if you dare!