1. 'Knives Out'
If you're looking for a modern whodunnit, then 'Knives Out' is definitely worth watching. This film follows the aftermath of the death of wealthy crime novelist Harlan Thrombey, and it's up to Detective Benoit Blanc to figure out who killed him. With a star-studded cast that includes Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas, Chris Evans, and Toni Collette, you're sure to be entertained from start to finish.
2. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'
Based on the novel of the same name by Stieg Larsson, this 2011 mystery film tells the story of Lisbeth Salander, a computer hacker with a dark past. When Lisbeth is hired to investigate the disappearance of a wealthy family's daughter, she quickly discovers that there's more to the case than meets the eye. If you're looking for a suspenseful mystery film, then 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' is definitely worth watching.
3. 'The Prestige'
4. 'The Sixth Sense'
This 1999 thriller follows Malcolm Crowe, a psychologist who begins working with a young boy named Cole Sear who claims to see dead people. With an unexpected twist ending that will leave you guessing until the very end, 'The Sixth Sense' is definitely worth watching.
5. 'Gone Girl'
Based on the novel of the same name by Gillian Flynn, this 2014 mystery film tells the story of Nick Dunne, who becomes the prime suspect in the disappearance of his wife, Amy. Starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike, 'Gone Girl is a suspenseful thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. If you have an eye out for movies with a female lead, this movie is your chance to witness Rosamund Pike in all her glory!
6. 'Zodiac'
Based on Robert Graysmith's book of the same name, this 2007 mystery thriller stars Jake Gyllenhaal as San Francisco Chronicle reporter Paul Avery and Mark Ruffalo as Inspector David Toschi in this David Fincher film about their investigation into a series of murders tied to an enigmatic figure known only by his symbol: Zodiac.
7. 'Rear Window'
This 1954 mystery thriller stars James Stewart as a magazine photographer who's laid up with a broken leg and becomes convinced that he witnessed a murder in the apartment across from him. Now, he enlists the help of his high-flying girlfriend (Grace Kelly) and his nurse (Thelma Ritter) to investigate. A remake of the Alfred Hitchcock classic, this film is sure to keep you on your toes until the very end.
8. 'Donnie Darko'
This 2001 mystery sci-fi drama stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Donnie, an emotionally troubled teenager who is tormented by visions of a large bunny rabbit that manipulates him into committing a series of crimes. With the help of new friends, Donnie tries to uncover the meaning behind his visions and find out who or what is turning his life upside-down.
9. 'Shutter Island'
Based on the novel of the same name by Dennis Lehane, this 2010 mystery thriller stars Leonardo DiCaprio as U.S. Marshal Edward Daniels, who heads to Shutter Island after one of its patients mysteriously escaped from prison, only coming across increasingly peculiar events while investigating her disappearance with his partner (Mark Ruffalo). However, it becomes clear that all is not quite as it seems at Ashecliffe Hospital for the Criminally Insane when there's more than one patient who appears to be faking insanity.
10. 'The Machinist'
This 2004 mystery thriller stars Christian Bale as Trevor Reznik, a machinist who hasn't slept in a year and is slowly going insane. When he starts to have hallucinations and sees things that aren't there, he begins to question the events leading up to his insomnia and whether or not he's responsible for the death of his co-worker. With an all-star cast that includes Jennifer Jason Leigh, John Sharian, and Aitana Sánchez-Gijón, this movie is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Conclusion
Mystery movies add to the magic of life! There is nothing more satisfying than guessing a movie plot right, and nothing as mind-boggling as a twist at the very end of a movie.
We hope these mystery flicks float your boat as you sail the sea of the mystery genre.
