If you’re tired of predictable plots, these three films on Netflix and Prime Video offer unique, high-concept premises that redefine the thriller genre. They are stories you won’t soon forget.
First, Saltburn (Prime Video) is a one-of-a-kind psychological drama. It blends dark comedy, class satire, and sensual obsession. Barry Keoghan’s performance as a social-climbing student who infiltrates a wealthy family is mesmerizing and deeply unsettling.
Next, Bird Box (Netflix) revolutionizes the monster movie by making the threat invisible. Starring Sandra Bullock, this apocalyptic thriller is built on sensory deprivation. The rule is simple and terrifying: if you see it, you die.
Finally, 10 Cloverfield Lane (Prime Video) is a brilliant “bottle” film. It traps its heroine in a bunker with a man (John Goodman) who claims the world has ended. The entire film is a suspenseful mystery, forcing the audience to guess what’s real.
For more traditional (but still excellent) thrills, check out the crime drama Havoc (Netflix), the spy film Black Bag (Prime Video), the action-packed Interceptor (Netflix), and the psychological The Occupant (Netflix).