Movies & Shows Like The Collector for Thrill Seekers

Description: A gritty crime thriller centered around a series of gruesome murders, each representing one of the seven deadly sins, with a focus on psychological torment and moral ambiguity.

Fact: The opening title sequence was designed by Kyle Cooper and is often cited as one of the most influential in film history. The film's dark, rainy atmosphere was achieved by constantly wetting the streets during filming.

Description: A crime thriller about a paralyzed forensic expert and a young detective solving a series of gruesome murders, with a focus on forensic details and psychological tension.

Fact: The film is based on the novel of the same name by Jeffery Deaver. The role of Lincoln Rhyme was originally offered to Denzel Washington, who accepted it after reading the script in one sitting.

Description: A psychological thriller that delves into the mind of a serial killer, featuring surreal and disturbing visuals that explore dark themes of violence and trauma.

Fact: The film's visual style was heavily influenced by the works of artists like Damien Hirst and the Brothers Quay. It was one of the first films to use extensive digital effects to create its dreamlike sequences.

Description: A psychological thriller that explores themes of guilt, paranoia, and identity, with a protagonist whose mental state deteriorates as he uncovers disturbing truths.

Fact: Christian Bale lost 63 pounds for his role, reducing his weight to 120 pounds. The film's production was delayed for a year to allow Bale to achieve this drastic physical transformation.

Description: A supernatural drama-thriller about a murdered girl watching over her family and killer from the afterlife, blending elements of crime, fantasy, and emotional trauma.

Fact: The film is based on the best-selling novel by Alice Sebold. Director Peter Jackson used extensive visual effects to create the afterlife sequences, which were inspired by paintings and photographs.

Description: A horror film that revolves around a sadistic killer who puts his victims through torturous games, emphasizing psychological terror and the theme of survival.

Fact: The film was shot in just 18 days on a budget of $

Description: A crime thriller based on the true story of the Zodiac Killer, focusing on the obsessive pursuit of the killer by journalists and detectives, with a meticulous attention to detail.

Fact: Director David Fincher insisted on using as much real-life detail as possible, including recreating the original San Francisco Chronicle offices. The film's runtime is 157 minutes, one of the longest for a mainstream thriller.

Description: A home invasion horror film that focuses on psychological terror and the randomness of violence, with a minimalist approach to storytelling and suspense.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events, including the Manson Family murders and a series of break-ins the director experienced as a child. It was shot in just 20 days on a budget of $9 million.

Description: A tense thriller about a father who takes matters into his own hands after his daughter goes missing, exploring themes of morality, desperation, and justice.

Fact: The film was shot in 50 days, with many scenes filmed in natural light to enhance the realism. The script was on the 'Black List' of best unproduced screenplays for several years before being made.

Description: A dark mystery thriller involving a journalist and a hacker investigating a decades-old disappearance, with themes of violence, revenge, and corruption.

Fact: The film's title sequence, set to a cover of Led Zeppelin's 'Immigrant Song,' was created by the same team behind the opening credits of 'Se7en.' The Swedish original version was released in