2024 has delivered an extraordinary lineup of thrillers that push the boundaries of storytelling, offering intense, edge-of-the-seat experiences.
From psychological mysteries to action-packed adventures, these films showcase the genre’s versatility and creativity.
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Apple TV): An Iranian political thriller capturing the tension of rising protests and familial suspicion, painting a stark picture of mistrust and resistance.
Conclave (Prime Video): A gripping Vatican-set thriller, where the secretive process of selecting a new pope unravels with political intrigue and hidden agendas.
A Different Man (Prime Video): This psychological thriller delves into identity and jealousy, as a man’s transformation through surgery leads to a haunting obsession with reclaiming his lost dreams.
Longlegs (Prime Video): A chilling crime procedural about an FBI agent uncovering a deeply personal connection to a serial killer responsible for a series of horrifying murders.
Juror #2 (Prime Video): A juror faces a moral dilemma when his personal guilt collides with a high-profile murder case, delivering nail-biting courtroom drama.
Rebel Ridge (Netflix): A former Marine uncovers a conspiracy within law enforcement while seeking justice for his cousin, offering a sharp critique of systemic corruption.
Woman of the Hour (Netflix): Set in the 1970s, this thriller intertwines a tense dating show episode with the chilling reality of a serial killer’s crimes, exploring themes of societal neglect and trust.
Strange Darling (Prime Video): With a non-linear narrative, this horror-thriller starts with an unassuming encounter that spirals into a deadly game involving a notorious serial killer.
Kill (Disney +Hotstar): Blending high-octane action with emotional depth, this action-thriller follows an army commando battling knife-wielding thieves aboard a train to stop his true love’s wedding.
Blink Twice (Apple TV): A psychological thriller that turns a private island premise into a critique of the ultra-wealthy, revealing sinister secrets beneath the facade of luxury.