Looking for a movie that keeps you guessing till the end? From shocking crimes to clever investigations, OTT platforms are packed with gripping murder mysteries. These thrillers mix suspense, emotion, and unexpected twists – perfect for anyone who loves solving dark, edge-of-the-seat stories.
1. Deva (Netflix)
After a terrible accident, a fearless cop wakes up with memory loss and a haunting new murder case on his desk. Each clue feels strangely personal, leading him back to long-buried secrets from his own past. Shahid Kapoor delivers an intense performance in this fast-paced and emotional thriller.
2. Housefull 5 (Amazon Prime)
A luxury cruise turns into complete chaos when three men claim to be heirs to a dead millionaire’s fortune. What starts as a funny mix-up soon unravels into a mysterious case of deception, love, and greed. This murder-meets-madness comedy is a fun ride full of confusion and clever twists.
3. Drishyam (JioHotstar)
When a shocking crime threatens to destroy his family, a simple man uses brains over brawn to hide the truth. As the police close in, his calm intelligence turns into his family’s best defense. Drishyam remains one of India’s smartest and most gripping murder thrillers ever made.
4. Jaane Jaan (Netflix)
In the quiet hills of Kalimpong, a single mother becomes the prime suspect after her ex-husband disappears. A kind neighbor and a sharp cop turn her life into a deadly game of lies and survival. With brilliant performances and rich suspense, Jaane Jaan is a stylish murder mystery with heart.
5. Maharaja (Netflix)
When a mild-mannered barber reports a simple theft, the case spirals into dark secrets and shocking confessions. Vijay Sethupathi leads this gripping Tamil thriller that slowly peels back layers of mystery, proving that revenge can come from the most unexpected places.
6. Thudarum (JioHotstar)
A taxi driver’s world collapses when corrupt cops steal his car – unaware that his son’s body is hidden inside. Consumed by pain and rage, he sets out to deliver justice in his own brutal way. Thudarum is a powerful emotional thriller about love, revenge, and the limits of grief.
7. Sajini Shinde Ka Viral Video (Netflix)
When a young teacher disappears after her viral video breaks the internet, a storm of gossip and suspicion follows. A determined cop digs deeper to uncover the truth behind the headlines – and finds a heartbreaking story of trauma and secrets. This mystery blends emotion with suspense beautifully.
8. Monica, O My Darling (Netflix)
A robotics engineer gets trapped in a deadly plan involving greed, murder, and betrayal inside his company. With sharp writing, retro style, and plenty of dark humor, this neo-noir thriller mixes crime with wit in the most entertaining way.
9. Officer on Duty (Netflix)
A disgraced officer’s boring assignment suddenly turns deadly when he uncovers a fake jewelry racket. Each discovery pulls him deeper into a web of lies, danger, and corruption. Smart, tense, and full of twists, Officer on Duty is a sharp cop thriller that keeps you guessing.
10. HIT: The Second Case (Amazon Prime)
When a gruesome serial murder shocks Andhra Pradesh, officer Krishna Dev takes charge of the Homicide Intervention Team’s toughest case. The killer’s twisted pattern hides a painful past that connects everything. With edge-of-the-seat tension and strong emotion, this sequel raises the stakes in every scene.
11. Haseen Dillruba (Netflix)
The first film follows a woman accused of killing her husband in a story filled with passion, lies, and obsession. Its sequel dives deeper into her dark world, where love and danger intertwine once again. Together, the two films create a thrilling saga of romance, revenge, and mystery.
12. Maareesan (Netflix)
When a small-time con artist tries to scam an old man with Alzheimer’s, his plan goes horribly wrong. Old wounds and buried secrets resurface, turning a simple crime into a haunting tale of guilt and redemption. Fahadh Faasil’s powerful performance makes this dark mystery unforgettable.
So, which one is your favourite!