"That Final Shot Is One Of The Most Mind-Blowing I’ve Ever Seen": The 50 Best Thriller Movies Of All Time

A good thriller movie will have your blood pumping, your palms sweating, and your mind reeling from the expertly executed plot twist that occurs in the third act. From psychological thriller classics like The Shining to mystery thrillers like Mulholland Drive to fan-favorite dark comedy thrillers like Parasite, these films are packed with nail-biting suspense, thematic depth, and tension-filled pacing that keep your eyes glued to the screen the entire time.

The urge to chase that feeling is what keeps you coming back for more, whether you're a thriller enthusiast or just someone who enjoys a good hair-raiser every now and again. So, to help you figure out what you should watch during your next movie night, here are 50 of the best thriller movies of all time:

2. Mulholland Drive (2001)

4. Memories of Murder (2003)

Best Psychological Thrillers

11. The Sixth Sense (1999)

12. The Silence of the Lambs (1991)

16. Shadow of a Doubt (1943)

17. Shutter Island (2010)

23. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)

28. Reservoir Dogs (1992)

30. Strangers on a Train (1951)

31. One Battle After Another (2025)

32. Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003)

36. The Usual Suspects (1995)

43. No Country for Old Men (2007)

44. The Handmaiden (2016)

47. Love Lies Bleeding (2024)

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