If you enjoyed the tense, claustrophobic thriller 'In the Trap' (2019), you're likely craving more films that deliver similar suspense and psychological depth. This article explores 10 gripping movies and shows that share the same high-stakes tension, confined settings, and mind-bending twists. Whether you're a fan of survival horror or psychological thrillers, these picks will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Game (1997)
Description: A wealthy man becomes trapped in an elaborate, life-threatening game that blurs the lines between reality and fiction.
Fact: The famous falling scene was achieved practically with a real stunt. The script went through over 20 drafts before filming.
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Battle Royale (2000)
Description: Students are forced to fight to the death in a government-sanctioned experiment, exploring themes of survival and morality.
Fact: Was controversial upon release and temporarily banned in several countries. Inspired numerous similar works including The Hunger Games.
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Saw (2004)
Description: Two strangers wake up in a deadly game orchestrated by a mysterious figure, forced to make horrific choices to survive.
Fact: Filmed in just 18 days on a budget of $
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The Stanford Prison Experiment (2015)
Description: Based on true events, this film shows how quickly ordinary people can descend into cruelty when placed in controlled, high-stress situations.
Fact: The real experiment was meant to last two weeks but was stopped after six days due to extreme behavior. The film used the actual prison basement at Stanford for some scenes.
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The Belko Experiment (2016)
Description: Features ordinary people forced into a deadly game with strict rules, exploring human behavior under extreme pressure.
Fact: The film was shot in Bogotá, Colombia, standing in for an American corporate office. It was originally conceived as a stage play.
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Exam (2009)
Description: A psychological thriller where candidates are placed in a high-pressure situation with unclear rules, leading to tension and paranoia.
Fact: The entire film takes place in a single room, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere. The script was written in just 10 days.
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The Hunger Games (2012)
Description: Teenagers are selected to compete in a televised death match, examining societal control and personal survival.
Fact: The arrow-shooting scene with Jennifer Lawrence was done in one take without CGI. The book series sold over 100 million copies worldwide.
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The Human Race (2013)
Description: Participants are forced into a brutal race with deadly consequences for breaking rules, examining survival instincts.
Fact: Made on a micro-budget of just $60,
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The Maze Runner (2014)
Description: Young people wake up in a mysterious environment with no memory and must navigate deadly challenges to survive.
Fact: The maze walls were built as full-scale practical sets. The film's success launched a trilogy of adaptations.
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Escape Room (2019)
Description: A group of strangers must solve deadly puzzles to survive, with each room presenting new psychological and physical challenges.
Fact: The production used practical effects for most of the rooms rather than CGI. A sequel was released in
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