The Best Thrillers Of 2023
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1Ben Foster, Toby Wallace, Jenna OrtegaTwo brothers from opposite sides of the tracks are reunited as adults. Desperate circumstances force them into a deal with an organized crime syndicate in Boston, and a young woman gets caught in the middle.More Finestkind
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2Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Robert DowneyDuring World War II, Lt. Gen. Leslie Groves Jr. appoints physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer to work on the top-secret Manhattan Project. Oppenheimer and a team of scientists spend years developing and designing the atomic bomb. Their work comes to fruition on July 16, 1945, as they witness the world's first nuclear explosion, forever changing the course of history.
3Phoebe Dynevor, Alden Ehrenreich, Eddie MarsanAn unexpected promotion at a cutthroat hedge fund pushes a newly engaged couple's relationship to the brink.More Fair Play- #38 of 43 onGreat Movies About Secret Love Affairs
- #228 of 231 onThe 200+ Best Movies Directed By Women
- #56 of 79 onThe 75+ Sexiest Thriller Movies, Ranked
4Benicio del Toro, Justin Timberlake, Eric BogosianReptile (2023), directed by Grant Singer, is an American crime thriller. Detectives Tom Nichols (Benicio del Toro) and Dan Cleary (Ato Essandoh) investigate the murder of realtor Summer Elswick. The case unravels a maze of corruption, drug smuggling, and police complicity. As Nichols digs deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy involving his own department. The film also stars Justin Timberlake and Alicia Silverstone. Despite mixed critical reviews, Reptile became a Netflix sensation, securing top views globally for several consecutive weeks.More Reptile- #221 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
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5Storm Reid, Joaquim de Almeida, Ken LeungScreen films are here to stay and Missing proves how effective they can be with its lighting quick pace as it winds through its twists and turns.
When her mother disappears while on vacation in Colombia with her new boyfriend, June's search for answers is hindered by international red tape. Stuck thousands of miles away in Los Angeles, June creatively uses all the latest technology at her fingertips to try and find her before it's too late. However, as she digs ever deeper, her digital sleuthing soon raises more questions than answers.More Missing- #38 of 72 onThe 70+ Best Mother-Daughter Movies Ever Made
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6Joel Edgerton, Sigourney Weaver, Quintessa SwindellA meticulous horticulturist is devoted to tending the grounds of a beautiful estate owned by a wealthy dowager. When he's told to take on her troubled great-niece as an apprentice, his life is thrown into chaos and dark secrets from his past emerge.More Master Gardener- #249 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
- #203 of 216 onThe 200 Best Crime Movies Ever
- #110 of 149 onThe 100+ Best Suspense Movies Of All Time
7Jim Caviezel, Bill Camp, Cristal AparicioAfter rescuing a boy from ruthless child traffickers, a federal agent learns the boy's sister is still captive and decides to embark on a dangerous mission to save her. With time running out, he quits his job and journeys deep into the Colombian jungle, putting his life on the line to free her from a fate worse than death.More Sound of Freedom- Dig Deeper...The 25 Best Movies Like 'Sound of Freedom', Ranked By Fans
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8Jake Gyllenhaal, Dar Salim, Antony StarrDuring the war in Afghanistan, a local interpreter risks his own life to carry an injured sergeant across miles of grueling terrain.
9Chris Hemsworth, Rudhraksh Jaiswal, Golshifteh FarahaniAfter being presumed dead, mercenary Tyler Rake returns for another high-stakes mission.More Extraction 2- #161 of 164 onThe Best Movie Sequels Ever Made
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10Hilary Swank, Olivia Cooke, Jack ReynorAfter the murder of her estranged son, a journalist forms an unlikely alliance with his pregnant girlfriend to track down those responsible. Together, they confront a world of drugs and corruption in the underbelly of a small city.More The Good Mother- #10 of 12 onThe Best Police Movies Streaming on Hulu
- #99 of 112 onThe 100+ Best Mystery Thrillers, Ranked
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11Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning, David DenmanSince giving up his life as a government assassin, Robert McCall finds solace in serving justice on behalf of the oppressed. Now living in Southern Italy, he soon discovers his new friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall becomes their protector by taking on the mafia.More The Equalizer 3- #36 of 47 onThe Greatest Action Film Franchises
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12Julianne Moore, Sebastian Stan, Justice Jesse SmithMotivations are suspect, and expectations are turned upside down, as a con artist takes on Manhattan billionaires.More Sharper
13Idris Elba, Andy Serkis, Cynthia ErivoLuther: The Fallen Sun is a 2023 crime thriller film and a continuation of the Luther series. Directed by Jamie Payne and written by Neil Cross, the film centers around Detective John Luther (Idris Elba), who escapes prison to pursue a wealthy serial killer, David Robey (Andy Serkis). A new character joins the film, Odette Raine (Cynthia Erivo), as the head of the Serious and Serial Crime Unit. Luther faces personal and professional challenges as he tracks down Robey, unveiling a complex network of blackmail, murder, and manipulation. The film spotlights themes of justice, redemption, and the consequences of past actions.- #34 of 116 onWhich 2023 Movies Absolutely Had To Be Seen In The Theater?
- #92 of 112 onThe 100+ Best Mystery Thrillers, Ranked
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14Shailene Woodley, Ben Mendelsohn, Ralph InesonA troubled police officer is recruited by the FBI's chief investigator to help profile and track down a disturbed individual terrorizing Baltimore, Maryland.More To Catch a Killer- #9 of 12 onThe Best Police Movies Streaming on Hulu
- #4 of 12 onThe Best Action Movies Streaming on Hulu
- #11 of 12 onThe Best Crime Dramas Movies Streaming on Hulu
15Taron Egerton, Nikita Efremov, Sofya LebedevaTetris, a 2023 biographical thriller directed by Jon S. Baird, delves into the Cold War-era race to license and patent the iconic video game Tetris. The plot unfolds in 1988, revolving around Henk Rogers (Taron Egerton), who navigates complex negotiations and legal battles to secure the game's rights amidst international tensions. The film explores the political intrigue surrounding Tetris, touching on espionage and capitalist interests. With a stellar cast including Nikita Efremov and Sofia Lebedeva, "Tetris" received positive reviews for its engaging portrayal of the behind-the-scenes drama. Egerton earned a Best Actor nomination at the Hollywood Critics Association Midseason Film Awards.More Tetris- #233 of 240 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
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16Michael Fassbender, Arliss Howard, Tilda SwintonAfter a fateful near-miss, an assassin battles his employers, and himself, on an international manhunt he insists isn't personal.
17Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, Rosamund PikeA student is invited to an eccentric classmate's estate for an exciting summer.More Saltburn- #172 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
- #43 of 48 onThe 40+ Best Mystery Movies On Prime Video
- #32 of 36 onThe 35 Best Suspenseful Movies On Prime, Ranked
18Jena Malone, Danny Huston, Ian PirieAfter the suspicious death of her brother, a priest, Grace travels to the Mount Saviour Convent in Scotland to find out what really happened. Once there, she uncovers murder, sacrilege and a disturbing truth about her own past.
19Keri Russell, Margo Martindale, Ray LiottaAn oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists and teens converges in a Georgia forest after a 500-pound black bear ingests a large amount of cocaine and goes on a drug-fueled rampage.More Cocaine Bear- #562 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #212 of 240 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
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20Gerard Butler, Navid Negahban, Ali FazalAn undercover CIA operative gets stuck in hostile territory in Afghanistan after his mission is exposed. Accompanied by his translator, he must fight enemy combatants as he tries to reach an extraction point in Kandahar.More Kandahar- #69 of 73 onThe Greatest Movies About CIA Agents & Operatives
- #364 of 364 onThe 300+ Best Action Movies Ever Made
- #16 of 57 onThe Best Action Movies Of 2023
21Leighton Meester, Adam Brody, Taran KillamJoey fears there could be trouble ahead after her brother invites a childhood friend with a troubled past on their whitewater rafting adventure. When they become stranded in raging rapids, the thrill-seeking trip quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival as someone seems intent on sabotage to ensure shocking secrets stay buried.More River Wild- #236 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
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22Adam Hampton, Ryan Merriman, Kyle Jacob HenryPeter Greene is definitely a highlight in this high-octane thriller that keeps upping the ante from the first heist to the last.
Recently paroled thief Gabe Russell is back at it again. After a botched armored car robbery turns up the heat from the FBI, he gets one last shot if he hopes to escape and provide a new life for himself and his estranged daughter.
23Willem Dafoe, Gene Bervoets, Eliza StuyckA high-end art thief becomes trapped inside a luxury, high-tech penthouse in New York's Times Square after his heist doesn't go as planned. Locked inside with nothing but priceless works of art, he must use all his cunning and invention to survive.More Inside- #251 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
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24Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith, Synnøve Macody LundHoping for a miraculous cure, John Kramer travels to Mexico for a risky and experimental medical procedure, only to discover the entire operation is a scam to defraud the most vulnerable. Armed with a newfound purpose, the infamous serial killer uses deranged and ingenious traps to turn the tables on the con artists.More Saw X- #294 of 396 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
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25Jennifer Lopez, Joseph Fiennes, Gael García BernalThe Mother (2023), directed by Niki Caro, is an American action thriller film. Released on Netflix, the story follows a former US army operative, known as the Mother (Jennifer Lopez), who collaborates with FBI agent William Cruise (Omari Hardwick) to rescue her kidnapped daughter from criminals. The narrative unfolds with intense action, revealing a web of betrayal, child trafficking, and a mother's relentless pursuit to protect her child. The film digs into themes of sacrifice, mother-daughter relationships, and the lengths one will go to ensure a loved one's safety.More The Mother- #231 of 232 onThe Best Movies For Women
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26Ben Affleck, Alice Braga, William FichtnerDetermined to find his missing daughter, Detective Danny Rourke finds himself spiraling down a rabbit hole while investigating a series of reality-bending crimes. Aided by Diana Cruz, a gifted psychic, Rourke simultaneously pursues and is pursued by a lethal specter, the one man he believes holds the key to finding the girl.More Hypnotic- #245 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
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- #62 of 63 onThe 55+ Best Kidnapping & Hostage Movies
27Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung-gu, E SomAt work, she's a renowned assassin. At home, she's a single mom to a teenage girl. Killing is easy. It's parenting that's the hard part.More Kill Boksoon- #64 of 72 onThe Best Korean Thrillers Of All Time
- #73 of 74 onThe Best Korean Action Movies Of All Time
- #75 of 77 onThe Best Korean Crime Movies Of All Time
28Russell Crowe, Daniel Zovatto, Alex EssoeFather Gabriele Amorth, chief exorcist of the Vatican, uncovers a centuries-old conspiracy while investigating a young boy's terrifying possession.More The Pope's Exorcist- #330 of 396 onThe Best Horror Movies Of All Time
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29Nicolas Cage, Joel Kinnaman, Kaiwi LymanForced to drive a mysterious passenger at gunpoint, a man finds himself in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse where nothing is as it seems.- #238 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
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- 30Famke Janssen, Anna Friel, Finn ColeUnhappy newlywed Lina is against her rich, coldhearted mother-in-law, Katherine. An affair sets off a chain reaction that will result in a love triangle, a murder and a plot to bring Lina down.More Locked In
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