Top 10 thrillers of 2020

A new film by Christopher Nolan, a confusing detective story with Amy Adams, and film adaptations of famous novels.

1. Perspective young woman

Promising Young Woman

• UK, USA, 2020.
• Thriller, drama, crime.
• Premiere: January 25.

At one time, everyone called Cassie promising, but the tragedy crossed out her future. The girl flew out of the medical university, was forced to earn money in a cafe and live with her parents. At the same time, Cassie decided to take revenge on all the men who come across her on the way.

Killing Eve season 2 showrunner Emirald Fennell put together an excellent cast for her film. The star plays the main role "Drive"And an Oscar nominee for the film" Education of the Senses "Carey Mulligan, and Alison Brie, Connie Britton, Adam Brody and other artists help her.

2. Night clerk

The night clerk

• USA, 2020.
• Drama, thriller, crime.
• Premiere: February 21.

Autistic Bart Bromley works as a night clerk at a hotel. Using hidden cameras, he observes the guests, thus trying to learn how to communicate with people. But one day during his shift, one of the visitors is killed and Bart turns out to be the main suspect in the case.

The main role in this film will be played by Tai Sheridan, familiar to the audience from the film “Ready Player One». Also in the cast are Ana de Armas and Helen Hunt. And behind the production is the director of "Temptation" and "Naked Bodies" Michael Christopher.

3. Quiet place - 2

A Quiet Place: Part II

• USA, 2020.
• Horror, thriller.
• Premiere: March 19.

The sequel to the popular 2018 film will tell about the events after the death of Lee Abbott. His family with a newborn child continues to survive in a world where people are hunted by monsters who are guided only by sound.

John Krasinski is again directing the film, with his wife Emily Blunt starring in the lead role. Also, the famous Cillian Murphy.

4. Antebellum

Antebellum

• USA, 2020.
• Science fiction, thriller, drama.
• Premiere: April 30.

The successful writer Veronica suddenly finds herself in a terrible reality, where the modern world coexists with the horrors of the Civil War and the persecution of the black population. She needs to understand the secrets of what is happening and get out of the nightmare.

This film was shot by well-known music video makers Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz with the support of producers of hits such as Get Out andwe». The main role will be played by Janelle Monet, known for "Hidden Figures" and "Moonlight". Probably, viewers will expect another harsh statement on the topic of racism.

5. Saw-9

Spiral: From The Book Of Saw

• USA, 2020.
• Horror, thriller.
• Premiere: May 13.

The legendary franchise is relaunched from scratch. The details of the plot are still unknown, but the film will surely again be dedicated to people who are forced to undergo terrible tests to prove their right to life.

The actor and comedian Chris Rock is responsible for the new version; he has already promised that there will be a place for humor in the film, but without going into an outright farce. And one of the main roles will play Samuel L. Jackson.

6. The woman in the window

The Woman in the Window

• USA, 2020.
• Thriller, crime, detective.
• Premiere: May 14.

The main character Anna, played by Amy Adams, suffers from agoraphobia (fear of open space). She watches over her neighbors and one day meets a woman living opposite. Soon, Anna becomes a witness to the crime.

The famous director Joe Wright, who directed “Redemption"And" Dark Times ", decided to turn to the crime thriller genre. Excellent cast and interesting theme make "The Woman in the Window" one of the main psychological films of the year.

7. Argument

Tenet

• UK, Canada, USA, 2020.
• Action, thriller, drama.
• Premiere: July 16.

The plot of a new film by one of the most popular directors of our time Christopher Nolan will be dedicated to the secret world of international espionage. Time management will also play an important role.

At the same time, the heroes of John David Washington and Robert Pattinson find themselves in a love triangle with Elizabeth Debicki's character.

8. Without pity

Without remorse

• USA, 2020.
• Thriller, drama, crime.
• Premiere: September 17.

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Tom Clancy, the author of books about Jack Ryan. In the center of the plot is special forces soldier John Kelly, who has lost his wife. He manages to find a new love, but it turns out that the drug mafia is after her. And then Kelly decides to protect the girl with all her might.

John Kelly is the second most popular hero of the Clancy books after Jack Ryan, so if successful, the authors have a lot of material to follow up. Moreover, the very popular Michael B. Jordan.

9. Last night in Soho

Last night in soho

• UK, 2020.
• Horror, thriller.
• Premiere: September 24.

Producer Edgar Wright, famous for his comedy films, directed a thriller with horror elements. He will talk about a girl who is fond of fashion design. The heroine gets a mystical opportunity to get to London in the 60s and meet her idol. But it turns out that the past is not at all as rosy as she imagined.

Wright's paintings are always expected to have a great visual storytelling, coupled with a vivid soundtrack. In a dark genre, it can look no less impressive than in a comedy.

10. Deep water

Deep water

• USA, 2020.
• Thriller.
• Premiere: November 12.

The film adaptation of the famous book by Patricia Highsmith tells about the spouses Vick and Melinda Van Allen. They support falling apart marriages by reaching out to lovers. But soon people die because of their actions.

The book was already transferred to the screen in 1981. But this time, Adrian Lyne, the author of Fatal Attraction and Jacob's Ladder, took on the production. And the main roles will be played by Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas.