If you’re a fan of the thriller genre, then you probably enjoyed “The Perfect Getaway.” This movie is packed with suspense, mystery, and unexpected twists. If you’re looking for more films that will keep you on the edge of your seat, here are 17 movies that you might enjoy.
1. A Simple Favor
This film centers around a mommy blogger who seeks to uncover the truth behind her best friend’s sudden disappearance. Starring Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick, “A Simple Favor” is a thrilling mix of mystery and dark comedy.
2. Gone Girl
Based on the best-selling novel by Gillian Flynn, “Gone Girl” follows the mysterious disappearance of Amy Dunne, played by Rosamund Pike, and the media frenzy that ensues. Ben Affleck stars as her husband, who becomes the prime suspect.
3. The Girl on the Train
Emily Blunt stars as an alcoholic woman who becomes entangled in a missing person’s investigation after witnessing something suspicious during her daily commute. The film is a psychological thriller that keeps you guessing until the end.
4. Shutter Island
Leonardo DiCaprio stars as a U.S. Marshal investigating the disappearance of a patient from a mental institution on a remote island. Directed by Martin Scorsese, “Shutter Island” is a mind-bending thriller that will leave you questioning reality.
5. Prisoners
Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal star in this intense thriller about a father who takes matters into his own hands after his daughter goes missing. The film explores themes of morality and justice in a gripping narrative.
6. The Invitation
This psychological thriller follows a man who attends a dinner party hosted by his ex-wife, only to realize that something sinister is afoot. Logan Marshall-Green delivers a compelling performance in this slow-burning suspense film.
7. Wind River
Jeremy Renner and Elizabeth Olsen star in this chilling thriller set in the remote wilderness of Wyoming. The film follows a wildlife officer and an FBI agent as they investigate the murder of a young woman on a Native American reservation.
8. The Gift
Jason Bateman and Rebecca Hall star in this psychological thriller about a married couple whose lives are turned upside down when an old acquaintance reappears with a series of unsettling gifts. Joel Edgerton directs and stars in this suspenseful film.
9. Nocturnal Animals
Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal star in this dark and twisted thriller about a woman who becomes obsessed with her ex-husband’s novel, which seems to mirror their past relationship. Directed by Tom Ford, the film is both visually stunning and emotionally gripping.
10. Side Effects
This psychological thriller follows a woman who experiences unexpected side effects from a new medication prescribed by her psychiatrist. Starring Rooney Mara, Jude Law, and Catherine Zeta-Jones, the film is full of twists and turns.
11. The Others
Nicole Kidman stars in this supernatural thriller about a woman who believes her house is haunted. The film is a masterclass in suspense, with a shocking twist that will leave you speechless.
12. The Machinist
Christian Bale delivers a haunting performance as an insomniac factory worker who begins to lose his grip on reality. This psychological thriller is a dark and unsettling journey into the mind of a troubled man.
13. Black Swan
Natalie Portman stars as a ballerina whose obsession with perfection leads her down a dark and twisted path. Directed by Darren Aronofsky, “Black Swan” is a psychological thriller that explores the fine line between ambition and madness.
14. Zodiac
Based on true events, this thriller follows the hunt for the Zodiac Killer, a serial murderer who terrorized San Francisco in the 1960s and 70s. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Robert Downey Jr., and Mark Ruffalo, the film is a gripping and meticulously crafted mystery.
15. Mystic River
Directed by Clint Eastwood, this film follows three childhood friends who are reunited by a tragic event. Starring Sean Penn, Tim Robbins, and Kevin Bacon, “Mystic River” is a powerful and emotional thriller that delves into themes of guilt and redemption.
16. The Sixth Sense
Bruce Willis stars in this supernatural thriller about a child psychologist who tries to help a young boy who claims to see dead people. The film is famous for its shocking twist ending and remains a classic in the genre.
17. Se7en
Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman star as detectives on the hunt for a serial killer who uses the seven deadly sins as his modus operandi. Directed by David Fincher, “Se7en” is a dark and disturbing thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
