If you enjoyed the suspense and unexpected twists of Beware of Dog (2020), you're in for a treat. This article explores 10 gripping movies and shows that deliver similar thrills, from psychological tension to high-stakes survival. Whether you're a fan of home-invasion horror or adrenaline-pumping action, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Panic Room (2002)
Description: A high-stakes thriller where a mother and daughter must outsmart intruders while trapped in a secure panic room, blending suspense with clever survival tactics.
Fact: The film's set was built on a rotating platform to allow for dynamic camera angles.


The Descent (2005)
Description: A claustrophobic horror film where a group of women are trapped in a cave system, facing both psychological and physical horrors.
Fact: The film was shot in a real cave system, adding to the authenticity of the actors' performances.


The Strangers (2008)
Description: A chilling home invasion horror that plays on the fear of the unknown, with masked intruders terrorizing a couple in their isolated home.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life break-ins and the Manson Family murders.


The Rental (2020)
Description: A suspenseful thriller that revolves around a group of friends trapped in a remote rental property, facing an unknown and deadly threat.
Fact: The film marks the directorial debut of Dave Franco, who also co-wrote the screenplay.


The Invisible Man (2020)
Description: A gripping psychological horror that explores themes of paranoia and unseen threats, with a protagonist who must outwit an unseen adversary in a confined setting.
Fact: The film's special effects were achieved using practical methods, including a custom-made suit and clever camera work.


Don't Breathe (2016)
Description: A relentless thriller where intruders find themselves hunted by a blind but highly dangerous homeowner, turning the tables in a confined space.
Fact: The film was shot in sequence, which is rare for movies, to maintain the actors' emotional intensity.


A Quiet Place (2018)
Description: A high-concept horror film that relies on silence and sound design to create unbearable tension, with characters trapped in a life-or-death situation.
Fact: The film's script was only 67 pages long, much shorter than the average screenplay, due to its minimal dialogue.


Ready or Not (2019)
Description: A darkly comedic horror film where a bride must survive a deadly game orchestrated by her new in-laws, blending tension with sharp humor.
Fact: The film's climax features a practical explosion effect, which was done in one take.


Hush (2016)
Description: A home invasion thriller with a deaf protagonist, amplifying the tension as she must rely on her other senses to survive.
Fact: The film was shot in just 18 days, with a budget of under $1 million.


The Call (2020)
Description: A tense thriller that plays with time manipulation and psychological horror, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere where the protagonist is trapped in a deadly game.
Fact: The film was shot in just 24 days, and its plot twists were inspired by classic Korean thrillers.
