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3 best mystery thriller movies on Netflix to stream right now
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Between the sci-fi puzzle box "Brick," twist-filled "Wall to Wall," and slow-burning "Untamed" TV series topping Netflix's charts, mystery thrillers are having a moment right now. It's clear audiences can't get enough of movies that hook you, haunt you and leave you questioning everything you thought you knew. There's something so compelling about unraveling the mystery at the heart of a story, following the breadcrumbs the director and writers leave until you crack the case like a streaming Sherlock Holmes. If you're looking to find your next gripping fix that'll keep you on the edge of your seat, we've got you covered. We've rounded up the most mind-bending mystery thrillers on Netflix worth adding to your watchlist, ones with twists and turns you'll never see coming. Here are some of the best mystery thrillers on Netflix to watch right now. For even more recommendations on what to watch, be sure to check out everything new to Netflix this month. 'Woman of the Hour' (2024) You know a mystery thriller is seriously good when you're watching it on a tiny screen on a plane and still glued to every moment. That's how I first saw "Woman of the Hour," and it's haunted my brain ever since. Netflix's stranger-than-fiction true crime thriller, which marks Anna Kendrick's directorial debut, follows aspiring actress Cheryl Bradshaw (Kendrick), who agrees to appear on the hit reality show The Dating Game in 1979 to boost her career. But things take a dark turn during the taping when one of the contestants, Rodney Alcala (Daniel Zovatto), turns out to be a charming yet sinister man who had already murdered several women. It's rare for a serial killer film to focus on the victims and survivors rather than the killer, but "Woman of the Hour" offers a refreshing and necessary shift in perspective. There's an all-too-familiar tension as Cheryl balances trusting her gut with playing Hollywood's game and, later, placating a potentially dangerous man until she can escape that pulls you in from the get-go. There's one scene in a dimly lit parking lot that makes the hairs rise on the back of my neck just thinking about it. Watch it now on Netflix 'Leave the World Behind' (2023) If you enjoyed "Brick's" sci-fi edge, you'll want to add "Leave the World Behind" to your watchlist next. From the creator of "Mr. Robot," which recently landed on Netflix, this apocalyptic thriller centers on a family — Amanda (Julia Roberts), her husband Clay (Ethan Hawke), and their two teenage children — who rent a luxurious vacation home in a remote location for a peaceful getaway. But their much-needed break is interrupted when the home's owners, G.H. Scott (Mahershala Ali) and his daughter Ruth (Myha'la Herrold), show up claiming a massive cyberattack has struck the city. As confusion and paranoia set in, the two families are forced to shelter together, unsure of what's happening beyond the walls and what might come next. Cut off from the outside world and with no clear information about the crisis unfolding beyond their refuge, tensions between them intensify. Who's telling the truth and who's not, and if the world as they know it really is gone forever, who's to blame? Watch it now on Netflix 'It's What's Inside' (2024) For a mystery thriller that doesn't take itself too seriously, look no further than "It's What's Inside." Packed with tension, mystery, and psychological mind games, it's a must-watch for fans of unpredictable twists. The premise is simple but with enough intrigue to draw you in: What begins as a joyful reunion of old friends on the eve of a lavish wedding quickly unravels into a nightmare when an uninvited guest arrives carrying a mysterious suitcase. What's inside kicks off a surreal body-swapping nightmare that quickly spirals out of control. Buried secrets surface, loyalties crack, and the once-close group turns on each other as they navigate life while trapped in someone else's skin. But the real tension erupts when they launch into a twisted game of 'guess who's in whose body,' turning paranoia and manipulation into the evening's main event. Watch it now on Netflix More from Tom's Guide Netflix's new mystery thriller series is one of the best binge-watches of 2025 so far — and you can stream it now Netflix's new psychological thriller movie is a twist-filled pressure cooker with an ending you won't see coming 7 new Netflix shows and movies I'd stream this week
Cosmopolitan
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Julia Roberts debuts surprising 'butter blonde lob' haircut, and she looks so different
Hold on to your hairbrushes, folks, because Julia Roberts just served up a head-turning transformation that had us doing a double-take. The Oscar-winning actor, known for her iconic, voluminous red curls (you know the ones – glorious, bouncy, and basically 90s hair goals), has swapped her trademark look for a sleek butter blonde lob. And yes, it's just as chic as it sounds. The lob in question (that's a 'long bob', FYI) is the in-between haircut that's been reigning supreme in salons for the past few years. Falling just below the shoulders, it's the Goldilocks of hairstyles – short enough to easily maintain and style, but long enough to still play around with waves, curls, or an updo. Julia's version is styled in stretched curls, softly layered, and tinged with a buttery blonde hue that not only warms up her complexion but also makes for a surprising transformation. See the star's hairstyle – that's worlds apart from her signature style, may I add – in the trailer below. The dramatic hair switch-up comes to us via her upcoming role in Leave the World Behind, a psychological thriller slated to hit screens later this year. So, while we're used to seeing Julia's iconic red ringlets blowing in the wind (Pretty Woman, anyone?), this sleek, polished lob signals a bold new character. From rom-com royalty to thriller queen, with every hairstyle, Julia's proving that she can do it all. But we already knew that anyway, right? Follow Lia on Instagram. Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from viral celebrity hair and makeup news to the latest trend predictions, she's an expert in recognising the season's next big beauty look (before it ends up all over your social media feeds). You'll usually find her putting TikTok's recent beauty hacks to the Hype Test, challenging the gender-makeup binary and social stereotypes, or fangirling over the time Kourtney Kardashian viewed her Instagram Story (yes, it's true). Find her also on LinkedIn.
UPI
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Watch: Julia Roberts stars in #MeToo thriller 'After the Hunt'
1 of 5 | Actress Julia Roberts attends the "Leave the World Behind" film premiere at the Paris Theater in New York City in 2023. She stars in the upcoming thriller "After the Hunt." File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI | License Photo July 16 (UPI) -- Amazon MGM Studios is teasing its upcoming #MeToo thriller After the Hunt, starring Julia Roberts. The trailer released Wednesday features Roberts as Alma, an acclaimed college professor seemingly at the pinnacle of her career. When her student Maggie (Ayo Edebiri) doesn't show up to class and claims Alma's colleague Hank (Andrew Garfield) "crossed the line," Alma "finds herself at a personal and professional crossroads." While Maggie insists Hank sexually assaulted her, Hank asserts that she'd been plagiarizing. Alma is caught in the middle and a "dark secret from her own past threatens to come into the light," an official synopsis reads. Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name, Challengers) directs from a script by Nora Garrett. Michael Stulbarg and Chloe Sevigny also star in the film, which arrives in theaters Oct. 17. Julia Roberts: 35 images of the movie star Julia Roberts cradles the trophy she garnered January 11, 1998 at the People's Choice Awards after she was chosen favorite actress in a motion picture. Photo by jr/Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo
Express Tribune
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield tackle #MeToo tensions in gripping ‘After the Hunt' trailer
Julia Roberts returns to the big screen in a gripping new role as a college professor entangled in scandal in After the Hunt. The upcoming psychological thriller, directed by Challengers filmmaker Luca Guadagnino, debuted its first trailer on July 16, and it promises tension, secrets, and fallout. Roberts stars as a respected professor whose world is upended when a student named Maggie (Ayo Edebiri) accuses a fellow professor, Hank (Andrew Garfield), of assault. 'He crossed the line,' Maggie says in the trailer, sparking chaos on campus as the faculty begins to question not just the accusation, but each other. Meanwhile, a secret from Roberts' character's own past threatens to resurface. The trailer hints at deeper themes beneath the surface, generational conflict, campus politics, and the echoes of the #MeToo movement. Screenwriter Nora Garrett crafts an intimate drama that challenges power dynamics and moral ambiguity in academia. Joining Roberts, Garfield, and Edebiri are Michael Stuhlbarg and Chloë Sevigny, rounding out a formidable ensemble. The film was first previewed at CinemaCon 2025, where the cast praised Guadagnino's bold storytelling. 'He explores desire, envy, betrayal and love,' Garfield said. Edebiri added, 'It's a film made to watch and discuss together.' Produced by Amazon MGM Studios, After the Hunt opens in theaters on October 10. This marks Roberts' first major release since 2023's Leave the World Behind and continues Guadagnino's streak of buzzy, thought-provoking dramas. With layered performances, high-stakes emotions, and a razor-sharp script, After the Hunt is poised to spark conversation, and possibly awards buzz, when it lands in cinemas this fall.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Julia Roberts says it's been 'such a great joy' to see husband Danny Moder as parent
Hollywood star loves to see her husband Danny Moder as a dad. The actress, 57, recently shared a picture of the Emmy-nominated cinematographer, 56, in the great outdoors, paying tribute to Moder as a dad on Father's Day. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In the caption for the post, the actress shared how it's been "such a great joy" watching her husband be a parent. "Such a great joy in life to see you Fathering", she wrote. "Happy Father's day dearest Danny", reports 'People' magazine. The 'Leave the World Behind' actress welcomed her older children, 20-year-old twins Hazel Patricia and Phinnaeus Walter, on November 28, 2004. Three years later, the couple had Henry Daniel, 17, on June 18, 2007. As per 'People', in October 2022, Roberts shared that while being an actress was her "dream come true", it wasn't her "only dream come true". "The life that I've built with my husband", she told CBS Sunday Morning of another dream that had come true. "The life that we've built with our children. And that's the best stuff, to come home at the end of the day triumphantly to them". Julia Roberts in spiritual mood While the couple typically keep their kids out the spotlight, the proud dad made an exception on Mother's Day. On Sunday, May 11, Moder shared a rare photo of his wife and their three children to celebrate the spring holiday. In the photo, Roberts sat in the middle of her children, as they all looked at the camera with bright smiles. "Mothers make the coolest stuff", Moder wrote in the caption. "Love these guys". Roberts and Moder first met in 2000 when they filmed the movie 'The Mexican'. Moder was working as a cameraman on the film, while Roberts starred as Brad Pitt's love interest, Samantha. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Roberts has previously spoken on the importance of her marriage and family life. In an October 2022 interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Roberts revealed that she sent letters home while away in Australia for 62 days filming 'Ticket to Paradise'. She noted that writing letters is something she and Moder have "always done" and she plans to one day show her children.
