There’s nothing like the suspense of a good movie that grips you, gets your heart racing, and makes your head spin because you’re thinking so much about the plot.
I’ve spent countless nights scrolling through Netflix, looking for the next adrenaline-pumping movie that will stay with me for days. If you’re anything like me, you know how difficult it is to find the perfect thriller – one that combines suspense, mystery, and just the right amount of psychological tension.
After many long nights watching several movies on one of the best streaming servicesI’ve made a list of the top five thriller movies on Netflix that you need to stream right now. Trust me, this selection is worth every minute of your time.
‘The Stranger’
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Based on true events, The Stranger tells the story of an undercover police operation aimed at catching a suspected child murderer. Mark (Joel Edgerton) is an undercover cop who befriends Henry Teague (Sean Harris), the prime suspect in a long-unsolved child abduction case. Through a series of interactions, Mark gains Henry’s trust and leads him deeper into a web of deception. The tension mounts as the cops try to force a confession without revealing their true identities.
A slow-paced, atmospheric thriller that delves into the psychological complexities of its characters and involves a high-stakes investigation that blurs the lines between good and evil, The Stranger is definitely one of those films that grabs you and doesn’t let go until the credits roll.
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‘Dark Waters’
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Dark Waters is a legal thriller that is also based on true events. Robert Bilott (Mark Ruffalo) is a white collar criminal defense attorney who is representing an environmental case against chemical giant DuPont. Bilott, who normally represents chemical companies, is approached by a Parkersburg, West Virginia, farmer who believes his livestock is dying due to chemical contaminants in the water. As Bilott digs deeper, he uncovers a massive cover-up involving the toxic chemical PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid), which is used in the manufacture of Teflon. His investigation reveals that DuPont knowingly contaminated the water supply, causing widespread illness among the local population.
Dark Waters does a great job of showing the devastating environmental and health impacts of corporate negligence, as well as the personal and professional sacrifices Bilott must make in his fight to hold DuPont accountable.
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‘The Murderer’
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In The Killer, Michael Fassbender plays a cold, methodical assassin who follows a strict code to ensure his success in a world full of moral ambiguity and danger. The plot revolves around the nameless assassin known simply as The Killer, who plans and executes his murders with incredible precision. However, after a botched job, he finds himself on the run and faces unexpected challenges as he tries to navigate a world where he himself becomes a target. The story delves into his psyche and the struggle to maintain control of his emotions and professional ethics in a chaotic environment.
If you’re in the mood for a suspenseful, atmospheric film, this is the film for you. It features David Fincher’s signature style – dark, moody imagery and a focus on character-driven storytelling.
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“A simple favor”
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If you want something lighter with comedic elements, then A Simple Favor should be your next thriller. It stars Anna Kendrick as Stephanie Smothers, a small-town vlogger, and Blake Lively as Emily Nelson, a glamorous and mysterious PR executive.
The story begins when Stephanie befriends the mysterious Emily after their sons become friends at school. Their friendship seems unlikely given Emily’s sophisticated and mysterious nature, but they quickly grow close. One day, Emily asks Stephanie for a simple favor: to pick up her son from school. But when Emily disappears without a trace, Stephanie takes it upon herself to investigate the mystery.
As Stephanie delves deeper into Emily’s life, she uncovers shocking secrets, including Emily’s troubled past and possible criminal activity. The plot takes unexpected twists and turns as Stephanie tries to figure out what really happened, leading to a thrilling and surprising ending.
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“Leave the world behind you”
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Leave the World Behind centers on a family – Amanda (Julia Roberts), her husband Clay (Ethan Hawke), and their two teenage children – who rent a luxurious vacation home in a remote location to take a much-needed break. Their peaceful vacation is abruptly interrupted when the home’s owners, GH (Mahershala Ali) and his daughter Ruth (Myha’la), show up unexpectedly, claiming that the town is experiencing a massive power outage and they must seek refuge in their home.
As tensions rise between the two families, they find it difficult to trust each other, while fear and uncertainty grow. Without reliable information about what is happening in the world outside their isolated location, paranoia sets in and the sense of impending doom intensifies.
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