Must-Watch Thrillers Based on Novels
Mumbai, October 26: If you are a fan of thriller films, there are several novel-based movies available on OTT platforms that you should definitely check out. Here are some gripping suspense thrillers that are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Filmmakers are always on the lookout for compelling stories to adapt into films, often choosing narratives that already exist in the market, particularly from bestselling novels. Here are some notable suspense thrillers based on novels that you can find on various OTT platforms.
Gone Girl
This film, rated 8.1 on IMDb, tells the story of a man whose wife mysteriously disappears on their fifth wedding anniversary. Based on Gillian Flynn’s bestselling thriller novel, it is a psychological thriller filled with twists that will leave you bewildered. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.
The Pale Blue Eye
Based on Louis Bayard’s historical mystery novel, this horror mystery thriller is set against the backdrop of the 1830s. The plot follows a detective summoned to investigate a brutal murder at a military academy, enlisting the help of a young cadet who is also a writer. This film is available on Netflix.
Leave the World Behind
This movie, based on Rumaan Alam’s novel, has an IMDb rating of 6.4 and gained significant attention after its release. It follows a family vacationing in a beautiful rental home near New York City, who suddenly find themselves cut off from the world due to a cyber attack, leading to a series of unresolved mysteries. You can watch it on Netflix.
Monica, O My Darling
Starring Rajkummar Rao, Radhika Apte, and Sikandar Kher, this film is based on the novel “Burutasu no Shinjō” by Japanese author Keigo Higashino. This Hindi dark comedy-crime thriller, rated 7.4 on IMDb, revolves around a robotics expert who has an affair with a colleague, only to find himself being blackmailed. It is available on Netflix.
God’s Crooked Lines
This thriller, based on the novel by Torquato Luca Di Tena, is a mind-game thriller that begins with a private investigator checking into a mental hospital to solve a mysterious death of a patient. As the investigation unfolds, the lines between truth and illusion blur due to the statements of the hospital’s doctors and the investigator’s own mental state.
These films are a must-watch for thriller enthusiasts and are sure to provide an exhilarating viewing experience on OTT platforms.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
