57 Best Mystery Movies and Thrillers That Will Keep You Guessing Until the Very End
The beauty of the best mystery movies and TV shows is that they prey on our human instinct to look for answers to questions. It can feel maddening to not know whatâs going to happen next, and yet we love it when a crime thriller is impossible to predict. Even better if the mystery has you on the edge of your seat until the very last second.
Whether itâs a vintage whodunit or a terrifying small-town psychological thriller, the best mystery movies never stop being fun. Trying to differentiate the bad from the good, guessing whoâs lying or telling the truth, and attempting to solve a true crime thriller are all mental puzzles that are endlessly frustrating yet completely entertaining. Weâre never not in the mood for more movies like Knives Out.
But what is the best mystery movie of all time? That we couldn’t decide, so we compiled a list of all the best mystery films you can stream tonight. From Alfred Hitchcock classic movies to Oscar-winning thriller twists directed by M. Night Shyamalan, these picks span every genre. If youâre in the mood for funny comedy, try something light like The Lovebirds. Fans of horror movies and crime thrillers will be intrigued by Get Out and Seven. Meanwhile, those who prefer a moving drama might enjoy Arrival.
No matter what kind of mystery movie youâre feeling, weâve got you covered.
