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To Catch a Killer

1. To Catch a Killer

Thriller Crime Drama Investigation Suspense Serial Killer Crime
6.6
20231h 59min

Overview

Baltimore. New Year's Eve. A talented but troubled police officer is recruited by the FBI's chief investigator to help profile and track down a mass murderer.

Themes

Homicide investigation dynamics, New year's eve, Mass murder investigation, Trauma and professional strain, Media influence and blame, Mass killing ethics

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Netflix
Amazon Video
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Tetris

2. Tetris

Thriller History Drama Historical Event Political Thriller
7.4
20231h 58min

Overview

In 1988, American video game salesman Henk Rogers discovers the video game Tetris. When he sets out to bring the game to the world, he enters a dangerous web of lies and corruption behind the Iron Curtain.

Themes

Lies and corruption, Ethical ambiguity under pressure, Political pressure and coercion, International dealmaking under threat, Loyalty and friendship across borders, Rights licensing struggle

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Apple TV
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Creed III

3. Creed III

Drama Action Sports Competition
6.7
20231h 56min

Overview

After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed has thrived in his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian Anderson, resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian — a fighter with nothing to lose.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Loyalty under pressure, Legacy and mentorship, Family vs career, Retirement vs comeback, Rivalry and pride

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

4. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Exploration Adventure
6.0
20232h 5min

Overview

Super-Hero partners Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne, along with with Hope's parents Janet van Dyne and Hank Pym, and Scott's daughter Cassie Lang, find themselves exploring the Quantum Realm, interacting with strange new creatures and embarking on an adventure that will push them beyond the limits of what they thought possible.

Themes

Power core control, Family under pressure, Alternate dimension governance, Sequel expectations, Aftercreditsstinger hints, Rebellion under tyranny

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre

5. Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre

Action Comedy Thriller Spy Action High-Concept Comedy
6.3
20231h 53min

Overview

Special agent Orson Fortune and his team of operatives recruit one of Hollywood's biggest movie stars to help them on an undercover mission when the sale of a deadly new weapons technology threatens to disrupt the world order.

Themes

Deception and allegiance, Alliance under pressure, Technology as leverage, Surveillance and secrecy, Wealth and global power, Public spectacle as distraction

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody

6. Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody

Music History Drama Music Biopic Biographical History
6.6
20222h 24min

Overview

The joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, the greatest female R&B pop vocalist of all time. Tracking her journey from obscurity to musical superstardom.

Themes

Addiction and rehab, Identity under public gaze, Fame and burnout, Parental control and independence, Money mismanagement and control, Public scrutiny and criticism, Romantic entanglements and loyalty

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Lost Bullet 2

7. Lost Bullet 2

Action Crime Thriller Drama Vehicle-Driven Action
6.3
20221h 38min

Overview

Having cleared his name, genius mechanic Lino has only one goal in mind: getting revenge on the corrupt cops who killed his brother and his mentor.

Themes

Loyalty vs duty, Revenge versus justice, Systemic corruption, Deception within ranks, Protecting witnesses under duress, Power struggles within law enforcement

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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

8. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Adventure Epic
6.6
20222h 42min

Overview

Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M’Baku, Okoye and the Dora Milaje fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda.

Themes

Loss and legacy, Royal succession pressure, Intergroup alliance vs conquest, Resource exploitation under threat, Ethical duty vs personal vengeance, Cultural isolation vs global contact

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Black Adam

9. Black Adam

Action Adventure Science Fiction Superhero Action Adventure Epic
6.1
20222h 5min

Overview

Nearly 5,000 years after he was bestowed with the almighty powers of the Egyptian gods—and imprisoned just as quickly—Black Adam is freed from his earthly tomb, ready to unleash his unique form of justice on the modern world.

Themes

Based on comic, Dc extended universe, Superhero team dynamics, Ancient ruler legacy, Demon-champion power, Reluctant protector duty

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Amsterdam

10. Amsterdam

Mystery Comedy Drama Whodunit Historical Drama
6.1
20222h 14min

Overview

In the 1930s, three friends—a doctor, a nurse, and an attorney—witness a murder, become suspects themselves and uncover one of the most outrageous plots in American history.

Themes

Framing and deception, Veterans reintegration, Corporate power and corruption, Foreign influence in governance, Cabal manipulation, Investigation and accountability

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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