5 of Netflix’s 10 most-watched movies are thriller flops – stream these 3 with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes instead
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Thriller movieshave taken over half ofNetflix’s global top ten most-watched movies list, with twoKingsmanspy comedies, twoJack Reacherflicks and a failed vigilante action thrillerLaw Abiding Citizenall landing a spot this week.
The world’sbest streaming serviceis lacking when it comes to decent thrillers, with the majority of its library not making it onto ourbest Netflix movieslist (the above titles included) due to their disappointing Rotten Tomatoes scores.
So, if those five most-watched Netflix thrillers failed to excite you and you can’t find anything to watch ineverything new on Netflix in August 2024oreverything leaving Netflix in August 2024, don’t worry, because we’ve found three crime thrillers on Netflix with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes to watch instead.
Emily the Criminal
I watchedEmily the Criminalafter Aubrey Plaza’s captivating performance inThe White Lotusseason two, and while she’s known for her comedic roles, Plaza is unforgettable as the cynical Emily, a college graduate who becomes embroiled in the criminal underworld of LA. Desperate to pay off her spiralling debts, Emily gets involved in a credit card fraud scheme, which quickly plunges into dangerous chaos as she jumps from one bad decision to another.
Thanks to Plaza’s stunning portrayal of the despair that drives Emily to this life of crime, I quickly got swept up in the thrill that this scheme could actually work out for her after being down on her luck for so long. Of course, breaking the law isn’t the way to go in life, but I understand why she’s driven to these desperate measures – and, like her, can’t help but become addicted to the adrenaline of it all.Emily the Criminalis a sharp and enthralling movie that I can’t recommend enough to watch.
Available to stream on Netflix in the US and UK. Available to buy or rent in Australia onAmazon.
The Stranger
Based on a true story,The Strangerfollows undercover cop Mark (Joel Edgerton) as he gains the trust of suspected child abductor and murderer Henry (Sean Harris) in an attempt to get a confession.The Strangeris a slow-burn thriller that reflects the arduous, tense process of befriending a dangerous suspect, and how your physical and mental wellbeing declines rapidly in such a situation.
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Don’t let the slow pace of it put you off though as it suits the sombre and dark atmosphere of the movie. Plus, it gives you plenty of time to savour Edgerton and Harris' haunting performances on-screen.
Available to stream globally on Netflix.
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Moviesent shockwaves throughout theBreaking Badfandom after itssurprise announcementback in August 2019. Just like the spin-off seriesBetter Call Saul, writer and director Vince Gilligan proves that he’s an expert in fleshing out his already multi-faceted characters with thisBreaking Badsequel movie about Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul).
InEl Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie,Jesse must grapple with his corrupt past to try and make a future for himself after escaping the neo-Nazis in theBreaking Badfinale. Paul is on top form as Jesse in this tense tale of loss and redemption that is a stellar addition to Gilligan’s award-winning franchise.
Available to stream globally on Netflix.
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After graduating with a degree in Writing and Film Studies, Grace dived into the world of entertainment where she started writing all about the must-watch shows and movies at What To Watch. Now Grace is on her next writing adventure at TechRadar, where she uses her expertise to help readers keep up to date on the biggest TV shows and movies in the ever-changing world of streaming. If she’s not writing about her passion for entertainment, you’ll find her watching reality shows while feasting on chocolate.
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