Thrillers have long been the genre that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, delivering some of cinema's most unforgettable moments. This year has already given us gems like Obsession and Primetime, but the future looks even brighter. A wave of high-profile projects—from bold reimaginings to long-awaited sequels—is set to redefine suspense. Here's our hype ranking of the upcoming thrillers you absolutely cannot miss.
6. American Psycho (TBD)
Luca Guadagnino, the visionary behind Call Me by Your Name and Suspiria, is taking on Bret Easton Ellis's controversial novel American Psycho. This isn't a remake of Mary Harron's 2000 cult classic starring Christian Bale, but a fresh adaptation of the source material. With Scott Z. Burns (The Bourne Ultimatum, Rogue One) penning the script, the pedigree is undeniable. Guadagnino has hinted at delays, but the project is still very much alive—and that's enough to keep our anticipation sky-high.
5. The Thomas Crown Affair (2027)
Michael B. Jordan is stepping behind the camera again for a slick reimagining of the classic heist romance. Following his acclaimed directorial debut with Creed III, Jordan stars alongside Adria Arjona in this modern take on the 1968 original and its beloved 1999 remake. Jordan pitched this project to MGM back in 2016, so it's a true passion project. With a Jon Batiste score and IMAX-scale visuals, this one promises to be a stylish, adrenaline-fueled ride.
4. The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth (2026)
Quentin Tarantino and David Fincher—two of the most celebrated directors of our time—are teaming up for a sequel to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Brad Pitt returns as the laid-back stuntman Cliff Booth in this noir-ish spin-off set in the 1970s. Tarantino wrote the script, Fincher directs, and Pitt produces. It's a dream collaboration that's flying under the radar, but it should be at the top of every cinephile's list.
3. Heat 2 (TBD)
Michael Mann is finally revisiting his 1995 masterpiece Heat with a sequel that's been in the works for years. Based on the novel Mann co-wrote, Heat 2 will explore both the backstory of the original characters and their aftermath. While details are scarce, the mere prospect of Mann returning to this gritty crime world has fans buzzing. It's a rare sequel that could actually live up to its predecessor.
2. Untitled Martin Scorsese Horror Film (TBD)
Martin Scorsese has never made a true horror film—until now. The legendary director is reportedly working on a thriller that will mark his first foray into the genre. While plot details are under wraps, Scorsese's track record with tension and moral complexity suggests this will be a chilling addition to his filmography. If you're a fan of upcoming thrillers, this is one to watch.
1. The Batman Part II (2026)
Matt Reeves's The Batman was a gritty, noir-infused take on the Caped Crusader, and the sequel is already one of the most anticipated films of the decade. Robert Pattinson returns as the Dark Knight, with Reeves promising a deeper dive into Gotham's underbelly. While it's technically a superhero film, its thriller DNA is unmistakable. This is the kind of movie that will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.
These are just a few of the thrillers that have us counting down the days. For more binge-worthy suspense, check out Noah Centineo's spy thriller or Brad Pitt's survival thriller. And if you're in the mood for something lighter, our uplifting romance list might be just the palate cleanser.
