If you enjoyed the gripping mystery and suspense of '2 Graves in the Desert (2020),' you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same intense storytelling, dark themes, and thrilling twists. Whether you're a fan of crime dramas, psychological thrillers, or desert-set mysteries, this list has something to keep you on the edge of your seat.

Romancing the Stone (1984)
Description: A romantic adventure with treasure maps, jungle escapades, and charismatic leads navigating perilous quests.
Fact: The film was a sleeper hit that revitalized the adventure genre and cemented Kathleen Turner as a leading lady.


The Goonies (1985)
Description: A group of kids embarks on a wild treasure hunt filled with booby traps, pirate lore, and underground tunnels.
Fact: The iconic pirate ship at the end was a fully constructed set that took two months to build. Many of the child actors improvised their lines.


King Solomon's Mines (1985)
Description: A classic treasure hunt through uncharted territories, featuring lost civilizations and perilous obstacles.
Fact: The film was shot on location in Zimbabwe and marked one of the last major adventure films of the 1980s.


Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold (1986)
Description: A pulpy adventure sequel filled with ancient cities, hidden gold, and swashbuckling escapades in exotic locales.
Fact: Despite being a sequel, it was filmed back-to-back with 'King Solomon's Mines' using the same cast and crew.


The Mummy (1999)
Description: A thrilling adventure film that combines action, archaeology, and ancient curses, set in exotic locations with a mix of humor and danger.
Fact: The film was originally intended to be a much darker horror movie but was reimagined as an action-adventure to appeal to a broader audience. It was shot in Morocco and the UK.


National Treasure (2004)
Description: A fast-paced treasure hunt filled with historical clues, cryptic puzzles, and a race against time to uncover hidden riches.
Fact: The Declaration of Independence heist scene was so controversial that the National Archives had to issue a statement clarifying its security measures.


The Da Vinci Code (2006)
Description: A cerebral mystery-thriller revolving around religious artifacts, hidden symbols, and a conspiracy spanning centuries.
Fact: The film's Louvre scenes were shot on a replica set because the museum denied permission to film inside.


The Librarian: Quest for the Spear (2004)
Description: A lighthearted adventure following a bookish hero who stumbles into a world of ancient artifacts and mythical dangers.
Fact: This TV movie spawned two sequels and later inspired the TV series 'The Librarians,' expanding the universe.


Angels & Demons (2009)
Description: A high-stakes chase through historic landmarks, decoding ancient secrets to prevent a catastrophic event.
Fact: The Vatican prohibited filming in its churches, so the production recreated St. Peter's Square and the Sistine Chapel in detail.


Tomb Raider (2018)
Description: A modern take on tomb raiding, blending ancient mysteries with high-stakes action and a determined heroine.
Fact: Alicia Vikander performed most of her own stunts, including intense underwater sequences and fight choreography.
