7 Acclaimed Psychological Thrillers That Are a Must-Watch

If you are a fan of psychological thrillers, Amazon Prime Video has many movies that are guaranteed to make you question reality and send a lot of emotions down your spine. Here are seven of the best psychological shows on Amazon Prime Video whose narratives will keep you on the edge of your seat. 

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‘Shutter Island‘

In ‘Shutter Island’, directed by Martin Scorsese, Leonardo DiCaprio plays Teddy Daniels, a US police officer investigating the disappearance of a mentally ill patient from the hospital. As Daniels gets deeper into the investigation, he begins to question his conscience. The film’s beautiful cinematography and striking visuals make it a must-watch for thriller lovers.

‘Gone Girl‘

David Fincher’s adaptation of Gillian Flynn’s bestselling novel ‘Gone Girl’ is a master of surprises. The film tells the story of Nick Dunn (played by Ben Affleck), who becomes the primary suspect in the disappearance of his wife Amy (played by Rosamund Pike). 

With its disturbing message and chilling performances, ‘Gone Girl’ is an exploration of marriage and social media. 

‘The Silence of the Lambs‘ 

It is a great comedy directed by Jonathan Demme and starring Jodie Foster as FBI trainee Clarice Starling and Anthony Hopkins as the infamous Hannibal Riker. The film’s psychological and unforgettable characters earned it many awards, including five Academy Awards. Its exploration of the darkest parts of the human psyche is both disturbing and fascinating.

‘Black Swan‘

Darren Aronofsky’s ‘Black Swan’ stars Natalie Portman as Oscar-winning ballerina Nina Sayers. His obsession with success drives him to madness. The film’s combination of psychological horror and drama with unforgettable images creates a unique and flawless cinema experience. 

‘Prisoners‘

Directed by Denis Villeneuve, ‘Prisoners’ tells the story of a father named Keller Dover (Hugh Jackman) on his quest to find his missing daughter. The film’s dark and sinister mood, combined with its sense of morality and particularly strong performances from Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal, make it one of the best of the all-in-one text genre.

‘Zodiac‘

Another David Fincher masterpiece, Zodiac is based on the true story of the ‘Zodiac’ Killer, who terrorised San Francisco in the late 1960s and early 1970s. 

The film stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Mark Ruffalo, and Robert Downey Jr., and meticulously details the obsessive quest to uncover the killer’s identity. Its meticulous storytelling and tense atmosphere keep viewers engaged throughout.

‘The Machinist‘

Christian Bale stars in one of his most transformative roles in ‘The Machinist’, directed by Brad Anderson. Bale plays Trevor Reznick, a factory worker who suffers from insomnia and paranoia. 

As his condition worsened, the lines between reality and fantasy began to blur. The film’s eerie atmosphere and Bale’s unforgettable performance make it an unforgettable psychological thriller. And the hair experience. 

-Sushmita Sarkar