Underrated thrillers to watch on Lionsgate Play

Films that belong to the thriller genre continue to remain popular among global audiences. Often featuring pulse-racing set pieces and intriguing plotlines, thriller films offer a cinematic experience like no other. So for today’s List hai toh hit hai podcast we take a look at some of the most underrated thriller films available to stream on LionsgatePlay.

The Ghost Writer

The first one on the list is the 2010 film The Ghost Writer. Starring Ewan Mcgregor and Pierce Brosnan in lead roles, the film tells the story of a man who is hired to write the memoirs of a former British Prime Minister. What initially seems like a relatively straightforward assignment unravels into a dangerous game, rife with dark secrets, one that threatens the well-being and safety of the protagonist.

Before the Devil Knows You're Dead

This underrated 2007 thriller features a star-studded ensemble of Ethan Hawke, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Albert Finney, Marisa Tomei, Michael Shannon, and Amy Ryan. The plot revolves around two brothers who plot the perfect heist – to rob their family jewelry store without any violence or bloodshed. However, the heist goes wrong and it sets off a chain of events that spiral beyond the control of the central characters.

Miss Sloane

Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain stars in this film as the lead character Elisabeth Sloane, a political lobbyist. As one of the most revered power brokers in Washington, Sloane is approached to fight a control legislation bill. She soon realizes that she is up against powerful forces who are more than willing to break any moral or ethical codes to emerge victorious.

K - 19 The Widowmaker

K - 19 The Widowmaker is a 2002 film based on real events. Set in 1961, the film tells the story of the Soviet Union's first nuclear submarine K-19, which suffers from a critical malfunction on its maiden voyage. Hollywood legend Harrison Ford essays the role of the submarine’s commanding officer Capt. Alexei Vostrikov, who must rally his crew in a race against time to prevent a nuclear disaster.

Peppermint

Nothing defines the thriller genre better than a story of revenge. The 2018 film Peppermint is a throwback revenge thriller that offers nail-biting thrills and scintillating action. While it may not be one of the most critically acclaimed films on this list, this Jennifer Garner-led flick offers high entertainment value. The plot centres around a woman who becomes a ruthless vigilante in order to seek vengeance against those who murdered her daughter and husband.

The Gentlemen

When it comes to British crime dramas, filmmaker Guy Ritchie has become the face of the sub-genre. This underrated gem from Ritchie's filmography did not achieve the commercial success it deserved but is undoubtedly a compelling watch. The film features an ensemble cast of Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Henry Golding, Colin Farrell, and Hugh Grant. The film revolves around an American drug dealer in the UK who wishes to pull out of his illegal business. As one would expect, he finds that quitting the drug trade is easier said than done.

Well thats the OTTplay List hai toh hit hai episode for today , until the next one its your host Nikhil signing out.

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Written by Ryan Gomez