If you enjoyed the intense thriller 'Extortion' (2017), you're likely craving more edge-of-your-seat suspense. This article highlights 10 gripping movies and shows with similar themes of danger, survival, and high-stakes tension to keep you hooked.

The Negotiator (1998)
Description: A tense crime thriller revolving around a hostage situation and a skilled negotiator who must clear his name while outsmarting corrupt colleagues.
Fact: The movie's script was based on real-life negotiation tactics used by police departments.


Panic Room (2002)
Description: A claustrophobic thriller about a mother and daughter trapped in a secure room during a home invasion, blending survival instincts with psychological tension.
Fact: The entire film was shot on a single set, with intricate camera work to maintain suspense.


Taken (2008)
Description: A gripping action-thriller about a father using his unique skills to track down and rescue his daughter from human traffickers, emphasizing relentless pursuit and moral dilemmas.
Fact: The film's iconic phone monologue was improvised by the lead actor during filming.


The Invisible Man (2020)
Description: A modern horror-thriller about a woman tormented by an unseen stalker, blending psychological terror with themes of abuse and survival.
Fact: The film's special effects were achieved using practical techniques rather than CGI for a more realistic feel.


Prisoners (2013)
Description: A dark and morally complex thriller about a father's extreme measures to find his missing daughter, exploring themes of justice and desperation.
Fact: The film's screenplay spent years in development hell before finally being greenlit.


Kidnap (2017)
Description: A high-stakes thriller centered around a desperate parent trying to rescue their child from abductors, featuring intense chase sequences and emotional depth.
Fact: The film was originally set to star Halle Berry, but due to production delays, she had to drop out and was later replaced by another actress.


The Commuter (2018)
Description: A mystery-thriller set on a train, where an ordinary man is drawn into a dangerous conspiracy, featuring tight pacing and unexpected betrayals.
Fact: The movie marks the fourth collaboration between the lead actor and director.


The Call (2013)
Description: A suspenseful thriller involving a kidnapping and a race against time, with a strong focus on psychological tension and unexpected twists.
Fact: The movie's plot was inspired by real-life emergency call center procedures and the challenges faced by operators.


The Clovehitch Killer (2018)
Description: A psychological thriller about a teenager uncovering dark secrets about his father, blending family drama with chilling suspense.
Fact: The film's antagonist was inspired by real-life serial killers, adding a layer of realism to the story.


Searching (2018)
Description: A unique thriller told entirely through computer screens, following a father's desperate search for his missing daughter, using digital clues and red herrings.
Fact: The film was shot in just 13 days, with most of the post-production spent creating the screen-based visuals.
