15 Thriller Movies That Will Leave You Stunned
Treat your senses to these visual delights that are sure to leave you stunned!
Ranging from the classic action-packed thriller, John Wick to one of the recent Bollywood releases, Raat Akeli Hai, we bring to you a well-curated list of thriller movies that will not only help you get through the week but also give you goosebumps.
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1. John Wick
An action-packed thriller that revolves around the life of John Wick who was originally a hitman but changed the course of his life after falling in love with a woman. Unfortunately, his wife passes away, leaving behind a dog for John Wick. However, this dog, his wife’s last gift is brutally murdered by a gang owing to a petty argument between them and John. This incident infuriates him and he thereafter goes on to take his revenge.
2. Raat Akeli Hai
This movie has been doing rounds for its intriguing storyline and an unexpected climax which is totally worth your time. It revolves around the mysterious murder of a landlord which took place on his wedding night. Inspector Jatil Yadav is assigned the responsibility of investigating this case which leads to unpredictable revelations with regards to the victim and his family. It also brings to light how local politicians backed by the police have the power to influence judgements and cover up their misdeeds.
3. Knives Out
When an affluent crime novelist, Harlan Thrombey is found dead one day after his 85th birthday, a private investigator, Benoit Blanc is hired by an anonymous party to look into the case. Although the death is surrounded by mysterious circumstances, Blanc is certain that each person belonging to the dysfunctional family is a suspect. His investigation is woven around a gripping storyline which leads this film into the must-watch category.
4. Raazi
Infused with patriotism and extraordinary courage, this movie is sure to give you goosebumps. Sehmat is the daughter of an Indian spy who is diagnosed with cancer and wants Sehmat to take on his role before he dies. Therefore, he gets her married to his friend’s son in Pakistan where she works as an undercover agent and retrieves useful information for India. This movie is a power-packed dramatic thriller and the climax will not only leave you emotional but also arouse extreme respect for the guardians of our country.
5. NH10
A thriller that incorporates the concept of honour killings in India. While Meera and Arjun set out on a road trip, they encounter a man getting violent with a woman. Arjun gets infuriated by the incident and tries to stop him which leads to a brawl between the two. Arjun feels humiliated and chases the gang which leads to them witnessing a horrific murder. Unfortunately, the men see Arjun and Meera and this leads to an action-packed thriller with Meera as the protagonist.
6. Badla
As the title suggests, this movie involves a series of events aiming at revenge. The story starts with Naina, a successful businesswoman getting acquitted for the murder of a man, Arjun with whom Naina was involved in an extramarital affair. To prove her innocence, Naina hires a reputed attorney, Badal Gupta who asks her to be completely honest with him and tell him exactly what happened. Through this conversation, certain confidential details are revealed which ultimately leads to an unimaginable climax.
7. Article 15
This movie revolves around the concept of discrimination on the basis of caste and how it still affects the lives of various individuals, leading to heinous crimes. Ayan, an IPS officer who is posted to Laalgaon comes across certain episodes of caste discrimination which make him ponder over this issue. He further starts investigating a case of rape and murder where he is confronted with the loopholes in his own system and is thereby encouraged him to rectify them.
8. The A-Team
An American action comedy that is based on the 1980s television series, ‘The A-Team’. It depicts the life of four American Soldiers who after succeeding on a special mission in Iraq, might come across a court-martial as they lost some important evidence. However, they do get an opportunity to clear their names after six months, which leads to further developments in the plot. This movie received mixed reviews from critics and its performance was rated as average on the box office.
9. Get Out
This film revolves around the experiences of an African- American man, Chris who prepares himself to meet his girlfriend, Rose’s parents. Although he feels comfortable at first, Chris soon starts witnessing strange behaviour on the part of the family and the estate’s black staff. Moreover, the events that unfold during the Armitages’ annual get- together, leave Chris horrified and the plot thereafter gives way to further revelations regarding Rose’s family.
10. Jurassic Park
The plot of this movie is set around John Hammond, a wealthy entrepreneur who establishes a wildlife park with the assistance of a team of genetic scientists. This park encompasses dinosaurs that have been kept in enclosed areas. However, a power shutdown followed by a breakdown of the island’s security system leads to a situation where the dinosaurs escape their enclosures and cause a chaotic atmosphere around the island.
11. Die Hard
This movie will keep you engrossed till the end with its action-packed sequences and the performance delivered by its actors. It revolves around the events that take place on Christmas Eve in Los Angeles. Detective John who is on his way to meet his estranged wife learns about a hostage situation inside a tower which also includes his wife. ‘Die Hard’ is considered as a classic action movie that definitely qualifies as a must-watch.
12. Jaws
After a man-eating great white shark starts attacking beachgoers on Amity Island, police chief Martin Brody looks into the case but is immediately overpowered by Mayor Larry Vaughn who is worried about the town’s economy. However, an incident leads Brody to a shark hunt wherein he tries to hook the shark with the help of a consulting oceanographer, Hooper and Quint. This movie is still a renowned thriller with excellent reviews.
13. Tropic Thunder
This film is a parody of various war movies, especially the ones that have been inspired by the Vietnam War. It revolves around a group of actors who are required to continue showcasing their acting skills in order to survive after they are confronted with a gang of poppy-growing drug dealers. They are abandoned by their director in the middle of the jungle for their misconduct, which leads them into this situation.
14. 2012
The plot features Adrian Helmsley, a geologist and Jackson Curtis, a novelist while he tries to keep his family safe during a series of natural disasters that envelope the world. Adrian discovers that the Earth’s crust is becoming unstable due to a solar flare and brings this information to the attention of the President, who thereafter initiates a secret project to ensure humanity’s survival in the face of this calamity.
15. Scarface
This movie is a remake of ‘Scarface’ released in 1932. It revolves around a Cuban refugee, Tony Montana and his friend, Manny who take up a contract to kill a former Cuban general in order to obtain green cards. They are hired by Frank Lopez, a Miami drug lord but Tony’s ambition leads him to build his own drug empire with the help of Manny. The film was highly appreciated by the audience, especially for Al Pacino’s performance.
By Vedika Vohra (Suggest Nest)
