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Thriller movies

Edge-of-your-seat suspense and psychological tension that keeps your heart racing from start to finish.

Subgenres include: Mind Game Thriller, Domestic Thriller, Cover-Up Thriller.

In the Earth

461. In the Earth

Horror Science Fiction Thriller Folk Horror Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi
5.1

20211h 47min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Ben Wheatley

Overview

As a deadly virus ravages the world, Dr. Martin Lowery embarks on a mission to reach test site ATU327A, a research hub deep in the Arboreal Forest. The arduous journey, guided by park scout Alma, is set back by a nighttime attack that leaves the two bruised and shoeless. When they run into Zach, a man living off the grid, they gratefully accept his help. Zach’s intentions aren’t exactly what they seem, however, and a path out of the forest and into safety quickly fades as the line between myth and science blurs.

Themes

"movie: in the earth. genres: horror, Science fiction, Thriller, Horror, Science fiction, Thriller main themes: experiment, Tent, Wilderness, Experiment, Tent, Wilderness full keywords list: experiment, Tent, Wilderness, Forest, Scientist, Alchemy, Scout, Folklore, Virus. concept analysis: in the earth examines the fragility of human relationships amidst chaos and the dangers of unchecked ambition. it explores the thin veil between science and superstition, Questioning humanity's connection to nature and the consequences of tampering with ancient forces."

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Seobok

462. Seobok

Science Fiction Action Thriller Mystery
6.1

20211h 54min

South Korea

Director: Lee Yong-ju

Overview

Ex intelligence agent Ki-heon is tasked with safely transporting Seo Bok, the first ever human clone, who holds the secret of eternal life. Several forces try to take control of Seo Bok to serve their own agendas.


Voyagers

463. Voyagers

Science Fiction Thriller Space Sci-Fi Survival Thriller
5.5

20211h 48min

Czechia, Romania

Director: Neil Burger

Overview

With the future of the human race at stake, a group of young men and women -- bred for intelligence and obedience -- embark on an expedition to colonize a distant planet. When they uncover disturbing secrets about the mission, they defy their training and begin to explore their most primitive natures. As life on the ship descends into chaos, they soon become consumed by fear, lust and an insatiable hunger for power.

Themes

"movie: voyagers. genres: science fiction, Thriller, Science fiction, Thriller main themes: space travel, Sexual tension, Space, Space travel, Sexual tension, Space full keywords list: space travel, Sexual tension, Space, Sexual behavior. concept analysis: the film explores the struggle for autonomy and the consequences of suppressing human instincts in the face of authority. it raises questions about the ethical implications of genetic engineering and the nature of power dynamics within a confined society."

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Amazon Prime Video
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Every Breath You Take

464. Every Breath You Take

Thriller Mystery Domestic Thriller Investigation Mystery
5.4

20211h 45min

Germany, United States

Director: Vaughn Stein

Overview

A psychiatrist, whose client commits suicide, finds his family life disrupted after introducing her surviving brother to his wife and daughter.

Themes

"movie: every breath you take. genres: thriller, Mystery, Thriller, Mystery main themes: psychiatrist, Mental patient, Psychiatric treatment, Psychiatrist, Mental patient, Psychiatric treatment full keywords list: psychiatrist, Mental patient, Psychiatric treatment. concept analysis: the film explores the destructive effects of unresolved grief and the fragility of familial bonds in the face of trauma. it delves into themes of manipulation and the psychological scars left by abusive relationships, Ultimately questioning the nature of trust and safety within a family."

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Nobody

465. Nobody

Action Thriller One-Person Army Revenge Thriller
7.4

20211h 31min

United States

Director: Ilya Naishuller

Overview

Hutch Mansell, a suburban dad, overlooked husband, nothing neighbor — a "nobody." When two thieves break into his home one night, Hutch's unknown long-simmering rage is ignited and propels him on a brutal path that will uncover dark secrets he fought to leave behind.

Themes

Moral ambiguity, Double life tension, Family under threat, Organized crime conflict, Midlife crisis pressure, Vigilantism and consequence

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Son

466. Son

Horror Thriller Supernatural Horror Domestic Thriller
5.6

20211h 38min

Ireland, United Kingdom

Director: Ivan Kavanagh

Overview

When a young boy contracts a mysterious illness, his mother must decide how far she will go to protect him from terrifying forces in her past.

Themes

"movie: son. genres: horror, Thriller, Horror, Thriller main themes: detective, Paranoia, Motel, Detective, Paranoia, Motel full keywords list: detective, Paranoia, Motel, Gore, Murder, Lucifer, Hospital, Doctor, Police officer, Illness, Satanic cult, Mother son relationship, Demonic, Cannibalism. concept analysis: the film explores the lengths a mother will go to protect her child from the horrors of her past, Reflecting on trauma and the cyclical nature of abuse. it raises questions about identity, Manipulation, And the insidious influence of cult-like forces in personal relationships."

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The Vault

467. The Vault

Drama Action Thriller Epic Action Investigation Suspense
6.4

20211h 54min

France, Spain

Director: Jaume Balagueró

Overview

Madrid, Spain, 2010. While the whole city follows the national team's successful participation in the World Cup, a group of daring thieves look for a way into one of the most secure and guarded places on the planet.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Engineering under constraint, Deception within crews, Crime versus legality, Time pressure improvisation, Crowd-based distraction

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Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
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Crisis

468. Crisis

Thriller Crime Drama Political Thriller Narcotics Crime
6.2

20211h 58min

Belgium, Canada

Director: Nicholas Jarecki

Overview

Three stories about the world of opioids collide: a drug trafficker arranges a multi-cartel Fentanyl smuggling operation between Canada and the U.S., an architect recovering from an OxyContin addiction tracks down the truth behind her son's involvement with narcotics, and a university professor battles unexpected revelations about his research employer, a drug company with deep government influence bringing a new "non-addictive" painkiller to market.

Themes

Corporate pressure on research, Drug trade power struggles, Illusory non-addictive promise, Public health versus profits, Donor influence on tenure

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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The Killing of Two Lovers

469. The Killing of Two Lovers

Drama Thriller
6.8

20211h 24min

United States

Director: Robert Machoian

Overview

In a rural Utah town, David, a father of four, grapples with his separation from wife Nikki as she pursues a new relationship.


Boss Level

470. Boss Level

Action Science Fiction Thriller Time Travel Sci-Fi One-Person Army
6.8

20211h 41min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Joe Carnahan

Overview

A former special forces agent is trapped in a time loop and relives his death over and over again. To escape the terrible situation, he must track down those responsible and stop them.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Family safety under threat, Authoritarian ambition, Repetition and resilience, Time loop endurance, Video game framing

Available on

Hulu
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