Best Thrillers with Unexpected Twists (Top Movies)

The ending is the most important part of any movie. It can ruin the impression from watching or, on the contrary, make an ordinary movie outstanding, give what is happening a special meaning. In this article, we have collected ten excellent thrillers with a really interesting ending that make you take a fresh look at the events of the film.

Recently, it has become customary among movie lovers to make fun of the work of Indian director M. Night Shyamalan. Perhaps, he is not the most outstanding creator in the world of cinema. However, his thriller «The Sixth Sense» is definitely worth watching. The concept of this film is simple, but due to the competent build-up of atmosphere, it holds the viewer's attention. And its ending is surprising, because it changes almost the entire plot and, at the same time, gives answers to all the questions. And when you watch it again, you'll probably notice new details.

At first, David Fincher's "Seven" may seem like a classic noir detective story about searching for a maniac. However, closer to the end, it becomes clear that the film is deeper than it might seem at first glance. There is a second bottom and unconventional thoughts. Moreover, they are combined with extreme cruelty that can shock an unprepared viewer.

Martin Scorsese is known primarily for crime dramas. However, the director periodically turned to the topic of thrillers. In this selection, we decided to include Shutter Island starring Leonardo DiCaprio. It has a special atmosphere that creates a sense of mystery and evokes a persistent feeling that something is wrong here. But even a detailed explanation of who the main character is and why he is here leaves a lot of questions. If desired, the events of the film can be interpreted in different ways, which has given rise to many fan theories. But it is worth studying them only after watching the film.

Some films have a hidden meaning that is more important than the main events that take place on the screen. Such films include the thriller «Mother!» by Darren Aronofsky. To understand it, it is important to accept that before us is not just the story of a husband and wife, but a philosophical discourse on the topic of religion. In this case, it will be especially interesting to follow what is happening, and the ending will seem unexpected, but at the same time, completely logical.

This film by Alejandro Amenabar with Nicole Kidman is full of mysterious atmosphere and mysterious phenomena. At first, it seems that we have a simple mystical story. But the screenwriter in "The Others" deliberately puts us on the wrong track, in order to surprise us with a detailed explanation of what actually happened.

Stanley Kubrick's last film, which was released after his death, is dedicated to the theme of married life, secret passions and infidelity. However, "Eyes Wide Shut" is, first and foremost, a thriller, with its viscous atmosphere, the uncanny valley effect conceived by the director, as well as a thrilling ending. It should be noted that the main roles were played by Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. They were married at the time of the filming, and in July 1999, immediately after the premiere of the film, they began divorce proceedings. There is an opinion that their family was destroyed precisely because of this film.

In 2001, David Lynch, director of the TV series "Twin Peaks", released the film "Mulholland Drive". This thriller will appeal to those who like mystery films, where you need to think to understand what is happening. The action takes place in reality and in the dreams of the main character, which are a reflection of her emotions, experiences and fears. We recommend that you try to understand all the events yourself, and then read the opinions of fans on the forums.

A film about hackers, the darknet, spyware, and the illusion of anonymity online. Although "Who Am I" was filmed in 2014, it is still perceived as a serious statement on a current topic. But the thriller is not limited to just discussions on modern technology. It raises the question of people's goals and aspirations, the desire to prove themselves, and the willingness to take risks for dubious purposes. And you shouldn't hope that everything will end well.

A dark film that is connected with the horrors of soldiers during the Vietnam War. Behind the creepy monsters, jump scares, and surrealism, there's an interesting subtext that only becomes clear at the end of the film. It's also worth noting that Jacob's Ladder has influenced other horror films, most notably the Silent Hill series. The film received a remake in 2019, but we recommend skipping it and checking out the 1990 original. It hasn't aged a bit in the intervening time.

This mystical thriller is based on an interesting concept — creepy spells only work if other people believe in their power. The film takes place in a house with a dying old man and a nurse. There, she encounters inexplicable events that convince her that dark magic exists and can change people's lives. The main theme of the film intersects with the recent horror film Get Out, but, in the opinion of the author of these lines, it is better realized in The Skeleton Key.

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