Paranoia is one of the most sought-after themes in movies. A good paranormal film has the ability to induce chills in the spine and snatch away a peaceful night’s sleep. Therefore, we see script-writers, directors, and producers cashing in on this genre more than or equal to any else. Not only does the script have to be top-notch, but the direction and acting of performers have to be on point, quite literally to keep the audience on the hook. These movies often have inconclusive questions, leaving the viewers in the midst of a barrage of perplexing questions. ScrollDroll brings to you the 10 best movies about paranoia.
Starring Michael Douglas, this thriller from 1997 explores the story of a man who receives a strange gift from his brother that eventually puts him on a path to trouble. It tells the story of a financial genius and how his life falls into a spiral after he receives an unusual present from Consumer Recreation Services. It is available on Amazon Prime video.
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2. All the President’s Men (1976)
Now streaming on Amazon Prime, this movie has an IMDb rating of 7.7. It sheds light on the Watergate scandal that ultimately leads to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. It is a must-watch for those who are interested in watching political dramas.
Now available on Disney+ Hotstar, Natalie Portman stars as Nina, a ballerina. A psychological horror, this movie is sure to send your mind to spins. It has impeccable direction and brilliant acting-surely a MUST watch.
Directed by the gem Steven Spielberg, this movie explores the perils of future technology through the story of Tom Cruise as John Anderson. It raises some crucial questions and is a riveting watch. It is available on Amazon Prime video.
Available on Amazon Prime with a 7.7 IMDb rating, Jack Lemmon and Sissy Spacek star in this biographical drama- the disappearance of a young American writer and filmmaker, Charles Horman (John Shea), during a South American military coup. Jack Lemmon stars as Charles’ father, Ed Horman, a prominent New York businessman, who comes to the aid of Charles’ wife, Beth (Sissy Spacek), in her desperate search for her missing husband.
Considered to be one of the best thriller movies, Leonardo Di Caprio as Teddy Daniels, along with his mate Chuck Aule, goes on a deserted island to investigate the disappearance of a patient at a mental asylum. This movie is surely going to leave you on tenterhooks. It is available on Netflix.
7. Repulsion (1965)
This movie is available on Plex and has an IMDb rating of 7.6. It tells the story of a woman repulsed by sex who disapproves of her sister’s boyfriend and sinks into depression. The beauty of this movie is that the ending is open-ended-it is up to the viewers to imagine the fate of the protagonist.
This movie is available on Amazon Prime and follows the story of a group of researchers and their encounter with a beast dog at a base camp in Antarctica. This is a different story-not the usual “aliens have attacked Earth” trope.
9. The Constant Gardener (2005)
This 2005 movie is available on Amazon Prime and follows the story of a husband on a quest to avenge his wife’s murder. It can prove to be a good watch for all thriller fans.
10. The Invisible Man (2020)
This horror thriller is available on Amazon Prime. Cecilla is haunted by her ex-boyfriend who fakes his death; she eventually decides to find out the truth herself. All the fans of H.G. Wells can assemble here, this movie has some really to-the-point acting.
In case you are lacking a thrill in life at the moment, watch any of these movies about Paranoia and see yourself spiraling into a new level of amusement.