The Definitive List Of The Top Ten Thrillers Of All Time | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

The Definitive List Of The Top Ten Thrillers Of All Time

From Requiem for a Dream to Silence of the Lambs, there have been some great thrillers over the years.

20
The Definitive List Of The Top Ten Thrillers Of All Time
Public Domain Pictures

10. "Requiem for a Dream"

The dreams of four people shatter as addictions take over their lives. What makes this film so creepy is the fact that it feels real. It presents the life of an addict in a haunting way. Prepare for your emotions to rapidly cycle through sadness, despair, empathy, and anger.


9. "Memento"

This might be the most interesting film on the list. It is about a man who forgets everything the instant it happens. But the film runs backwards, starting at the end and ending at the beginning of the story. It will definitely mess with your mind.


8. "Primal Fear"

This is one of the most underrated movies ever. It should be more popular than it is, even though it is decently well-known. "Primal Fear" is a courtroom drama, but it is so much more than that. The acting is impeccable, and the ending will surprise even the best of plot-predictors.


7. "Fight Club"

I can't really talk about this one, I would be breaking the rules. Just watch it and lose your mind.


6. "The Machinist"

Paranoia and delusion reign in this movie about an insomniac who goes completely insane. Christian Bale is terrific, and it will definitely creep you out.


5. "Psycho"

This one is a classic. The shower scene is one of the most legendary scenes of all time. It will make you go psycho. Plus, are there any bad Alfred Hitchcock movies?


4. "Shutter Island"

This one is flat-out creepy. An escaped conflict? Check. A horrifying insane asylum? Check. A horrifying insane asylum on an even more horrifying island? Check. You may need a few days to recover after watching this one, so I suggest taking a vacation from school or work if you want to watch it.


3. "The Manchurian Candidate"

While not as psychologically as creepy as the others on this list, the Manchurian Candidate is a classic. U.S. soldiers are captured during the Korean War and are brainwashed by communists. This movie came out in 1962, right when communism was one of America's biggest fears.


2. "Se7en"

If you like disturbing movies about serial killers, you would probably like "Se7en." Detectives work to find a killer who uses the seven deadly sins to kill his victims. Disturbing, gross, and interesting, "Se7en" is a great option for any fan of thriller movies.


1. "Silence of the Lambs"

This was easy. Hannibal Lecter is one of the best villains of all time. The relationship between Hannibal and Clarice Sterling is amazing to watch, as Hannibal seems to grow a liking to her. They can relate on some level, yet they chose to take completely different paths. This film features one of the best escapes, plot twists, acting performances, and storylines of all time.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

15 Mind-Bending Riddles

Hopefully they will make you laugh.

181558
 Ilistrated image of the planet and images of questions
StableDiffusion

I've been super busy lately with school work, studying, etc. Besides the fact that I do nothing but AP chemistry and AP economics, I constantly think of stupid questions that are almost impossible to answer. So, maybe you could answer them for me, and if not then we can both wonder what the answers to these 15 questions could be.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Most Epic Aurora Borealis Photos: October 2024

As if May wasn't enough, a truly spectacular Northern Lights show lit up the sky on Oct. 10, 2024

8431
stunning aurora borealis display over a forest of trees and lake
StableDiffusion

From sea to shining sea, the United States was uniquely positioned for an incredible Aurora Borealis display on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, going into Friday, Oct. 11.

It was the second time this year after an historic geomagnetic storm in May 2024. Those Northern Lights were visible in Europe and North America, just like this latest rendition.

Keep Reading...Show less
 silhouette of a woman on the beach at sunrise
StableDiffusion

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of suicide/suicidal thoughts.

When you are feeling down, please know that there are many reasons to keep living.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

Power of Love Letters

I don't think I say it enough...

453339
Illistrated image of a letter with 2 red hearts
StableDiffusion

To My Loving Boyfriend,

  • Thank you for all that you do for me
  • Thank you for working through disagreements with me
  • Thank you for always supporting me
  • I appreciate you more than words can express
  • You have helped me grow and become a better person
  • I can't wait to see where life takes us next
  • I promise to cherish every moment with you
  • Thank you for being my best friend and confidante
  • I love you and everything you do

To start off, here's something I don't say nearly enough: thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You do so much for me that I can't even put into words how much I appreciate everything you do - and have done - for me over the course of our relationship so far. While every couple has their fair share of tiffs and disagreements, thank you for getting through all of them with me and making us a better couple at the other end. With any argument, we don't just throw in the towel and say we're done, but we work towards a solution that puts us in a greater place each day. Thank you for always working with me and never giving up on us.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

11 Signs You Grew Up In Hauppauge, NY

Because no one ever really leaves.

23821
Map of Hauppauge, New York
Google

Ah, yes, good old Hauppauge. We are that town in the dead center of Long Island that barely anyone knows how to pronounce unless they're from the town itself or live in a nearby area. Hauppauge is home to people of all kinds. We always have new families joining the community but honestly, the majority of the town is filled with people who never leave (high school alumni) and elders who have raised their kids here. Around the town, there are some just some landmarks and places that only the people of Hauppauge will ever understand the importance or even the annoyance of.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments