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Top Thriller Mysteries of 2012: Suspenseful Films You Need to See

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  1. 1The ImposterMovie · 2012 · 99m · Documentary, Mystery, CrimeIn 1994, a 13-year-old boy vanished from his home in San Antonio, Texas. Three and a half years later, he's discovered alive in a Spanish village, recounting a harrowing tale of kidnapping and torture. His family rejoices at his return. However, everything isn't as it appears.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3
  2. 2AftermathMovie · 2012 · 107m · Mystery, Drama, ThrillerTwo brothers seek answers about a past tragedy. The entire community works to obstruct their investigation.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 6.6
  3. 3Columbus CircleMovie · 2012 · 82m · Crime, Drama, MysteryFor nearly twenty years, a wealthy woman has remained isolated within her apartment building. Her carefully constructed world is shattered when a neighbor is murdered and a detective arrives to investigate. Forced to face the outside world, she must confront the fears that have kept her captive for so long.Stream onIMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8
  4. 4BrakeMovie · 2012 · 92m · Crime, Action, ThrillerA Secret Service agent is imprisoned in the trunk of a vehicle, subjected to intense psychological and physical abuse by terrorists who are trying to force him to reveal information vital to their dangerous plan.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8
  5. 5ResolutionMovie · 2013 · 93m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryA man locks up his former junkie friend in a remote cabin in San Diego, intending to force him into a week of sobriety. However, strange occurrences suggest the events of that week are being inexplicably altered.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3
  6. 6Wish You Were HereMovie · 2012 · 93m · Drama, Thriller, MysteryFour friends on a relaxed holiday in Southeast Asia find their carefree trip turns tragic. Only three make it home. Dave and Alice return to their family, searching for answers about Jeremy's sudden disappearance. Soon after, Alice's sister Steph arrives, bringing with her a disturbing secret from the night Jeremy vanished. But this is just the beginning. As the truth unravels, who among them knows what really happened that night, dancing under the Cambodian full moon?Stream onIMDb 5.9TMDB 5.5
  7. 7WrongMovie · 2012 · 93m · Comedy, MysteryDolph Springer wakes up one morning to discover his dog, Paul – the love of his life – is missing. In his desperate search to find Paul and reclaim his life, Dolph unexpectedly and profoundly impacts the lives of those around him, pushing himself to the brink of instability.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3
  8. 8Ace AttorneyMovie · 2012 · 135m · Crime, Mystery, DramaThe film adapts the first game in the series, focusing on rookie defense attorney Phoenix Wright. He fights to protect his clients in a series of murder trials, confronting cases like the death of his mentor, Mia Fey, and the accusation brought by rival prosecutor Miles Edgeworth. Phoenix's key ally is Maya Fey, Mia's younger sister and a spirit medium. Mia's spirit possesses Maya's body, allowing her to communicate with Phoenix.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1
  9. 9The LookoutMovie · 2012 · 86m · Action, Crime, MysteryAs police close in on a notorious bank robbery crew, a highly skilled sniper fires from a rooftop, allowing them to escape. However, one of the robbers is critically wounded, jeopardizing their getaway.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.6
  10. 10AfterMovie · 2012 · 90m · Mystery, Thriller, HorrorAfter a bus crash, two survivors find themselves the only people left in their town. They must team up to discover why they are alone. As odd things happen, they begin to doubt everything they thought they knew about their hometown.Stream onIMDb 5.4TMDB 5.5
  11. 11Meeting EvilMovie · 2012 · 89m · Crime, Drama, MysteryJohn, a disheartened young family man, encounters a mysterious stranger named Richie who plunges him into a world of murder. This experience fundamentally changes John, transforming his previously passive nature into a desperate determination to protect his family, no matter the cost.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.3
  12. 12The PactMovie · 2012 · 89m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerFollowing their mother's death, sisters Nicole and Annie return to their childhood home for the funeral. During a night spent in the house, they become aware of a strange presence: unexplained noises, objects shifting, and a picture of a woman they don't recognize appearing next to their mother's portrait. Annie then begins having vivid, unsettling dreams – visions that reveal a dark secret from her mother's past that is now coming to light.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7
  13. 13KahaaniMovie · 2012 · 122m · Mystery, ThrillerIn Kolkata, a pregnant woman starts a determined quest to find her husband who has disappeared. As she searches, she uncovers unsettling truths that challenge everything she thought she knew.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.2
  14. 14The ScapegoatMovie · 2012 · 100m · Mystery, Drama, AdventureEngland is bustling with preparations for the 1952 coronation. Unbeknownst to each other, two men, vastly different in background, share an identical face.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.4
  15. 15ShanghaiMovie · 2012 · 120m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryThe leading figure in a campaign opposing a major government project dies in a seemingly accidental car crash. An Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer is tasked with investigating the incident, and a series of lies begin to be exposed.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8
  16. 16RitualMovie · 2012 · 87m · Horror, MysteryWhile on vacation, a father suddenly finds himself lost and separated from his family. He frantically searches through the woods to reunite with them.Stream onIMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6
  17. 17StaticMovie · 2012 · 83m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerA couple struggling with their marriage after a devastating loss finds their already difficult life complicated by the arrival of an enigmatic stranger.Stream onIMDb 5.3TMDB 5.2
  18. 18The Night Evelyn Came Out of the GraveMovie · 1971 · 102m · Mystery, Horror, ThrillerOne summer night, Kaito's test shot with a new camera takes an unexpected turn, launching him into a journey about friendship, love, and finding himself. A strange blue light appears in his footage, followed by a frightening fall, but he's mysteriously saved. He wakes up unharmed, with no memory of the night. As summer begins, Kaito and his friends become curious about the footage and decide to make a film together. Two new students, Ichika Takatsuki and Remon Yamano, join the project at the invitation of Kaito's friend Tetsurou. This leads them on a deeper exploration of their emotions, as they learn about each other and themselves through shared experiences and challenges, discovering the strength of their bonds.Stream onIMDb 5.8TMDB 6.0
  19. 19Beyond the HillMovie · 2012 · 90m · Mystery, DramaFaik lives a solitary life in the Turkish foothills. A visit from his son and his family gives Faik a chance to share his views on the law, especially concerning the nomads he believes are encroaching on his land. As the day turns into night, each member of the family reveals a hidden, troubling secret.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  20. 20The FactoryMovie · 2012 · 108m · Crime, Thriller, MysteryA driven police detective hunts a serial killer terrorizing Buffalo, New York. His pursuit takes a personal turn when his teenage daughter vanishes, prompting him to abandon protocol in his desperate attempt to catch the killer.Stream onIMDb 5.8TMDB 5.6
  21. 21The Cabin in the WoodsMovie · 2012 · 95m · Horror, Mystery, ComedyFive friends travel to a secluded cabin for a relaxing weekend. But as night arrives, they realize something sinister is happening, and their idyllic escape is far from what they thought.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  22. 22Alex CrossMovie · 2012 · 101m · Action, Thriller, CrimeAlex Cross, a brilliant homicide detective and psychologist, battles crime in Detroit while protecting his family. As he considers a new position with the FBI, he learns a friend has been murdered, prompting him to hunt down the killer. He and his team then confront a dangerously obsessive contract killer who is determined to complete every assignment.Stream onIMDb 5.2TMDB 5.1
  23. 23SinisterMovie · 2012 · 110m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryDown-on-his-luck true-crime author Ellison Oswalt is desperate for a comeback. He stumbles upon a disturbing snuff film depicting a family's murder and becomes determined to uncover the truth. Ellison and his family relocate to the victims' house to investigate. But as he unearths old film footage and clues, Ellison begins to suspect a supernatural presence within the house, and living there might come at a deadly price.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9
  24. 24Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1Movie · 2012 · 76m · Science Fiction, Action, AnimationBatman has been absent from Gotham City for a decade. A new type of criminal is plaguing the city, compelling the 55-year-old Bruce Wayne to return as Batman. However, can he still effectively combat crime in this evolving world?Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.7
  25. 25Burning BrightMovie · 2010 · 89m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerWhen her stepfather steals her college savings to buy a tiger, Kelly's dreams are shattered. Her situation becomes terrifying when a hurricane traps her and her autistic brother inside their home with the dangerous animal. This suspenseful story follows Kelly and her brother as they fight to escape the predator and survive.Stream onIMDb 5.8TMDB 6.3
  26. 26In the HouseMovie · 2012 · 105m · Comedy, Drama, MysteryA sixteen-year-old boy secretly enters the home of a classmate and documents his experiences in essays for his French teacher. Initially captivated by the student's talent, the teacher finds renewed passion for his profession. However, the boy's actions trigger a chain of unforeseen and escalating consequences.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
  27. 27The BodyMovie · 2012 · 107m · Thriller, MysteryA woman vanishes from a morgue under inexplicable circumstances. Police Inspector Jaime Peña investigates the baffling disappearance with the assistance of Álex Ulloa, the woman's husband.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5
  28. 28The Tall ManMovie · 2012 · 106m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerA mother's desperate search for her missing child leads her to investigate the legend of the Tall Man, a figure said to be responsible for children's disappearances.Stream onIMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0
  29. 29PrometheusMovie · 2012 · 124m · Science Fiction, Mystery, HorrorA group of explorers find evidence of humanity's beginnings on Earth, setting them on a quest to the farthest reaches of space. There, they face a frightening conflict to protect the survival of humankind.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6
  30. 30Silent NightMovie · 2012 · 94m · Comedy, Horror, ThrillerIn a quiet Midwestern town, excitement builds for the annual Christmas Eve parade. But when a series of murders occurs, Sheriff Brody and his deputy realize a deranged individual dressed as Santa Claus is targeting those deemed "naughty."Stream onIMDb 5.3TMDB 5.2
  31. 31The RavenMovie · 2012 · 111m · Crime, Thriller, MysteryThis film explores the final days of Edgar Allan Poe, as he becomes obsessed with tracking a serial killer. The killer's methods eerily replicate the plots of Poe's own stories.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3
  32. 32Atlas Shrugged: Part IIMovie · 2012 · 112m · Drama, Science Fiction, MysteryRailroad executive Dagny Taggart and steel magnate Henry Rearden urgently seek out the inventor of a groundbreaking motor as the U.S. government expands its control over the country's economy.Stream onIMDb 5.3TMDB 5.3
  33. 33Party MonsterMovie · 2003 · 98m · Comedy, Drama, CrimeThe 1980s and 1990s New York club scene was a unique and vibrant world. Michael Alig, an ambitious newcomer, entered this dazzling environment under the guidance of James St. James, a seasoned figure within the club community. Alig quickly gained prominence, but his ascent led him on a path of inevitable decline.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8
  34. 34Jesse Stone: Benefit of the DoubtMovie · 2012 · 87m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeJesse fights to regain his position as police chief in Paradise. He must use his instincts to navigate a confusing trail of false leads and concealed messages while investigating a disturbing double murder linked to the mob.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8
  35. 35Truth or DareMovie · 2012 · 95m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryFriends seeking a wild weekend are drawn to a remote cabin, expecting revelry. Instead, they're trapped in a terrifying game of truth or dare.Stream onIMDb 5.6TMDB 5.6
  36. 36The PaperboyMovie · 2012 · 107m · Thriller, Drama, MysteryA reporter goes back to his Florida hometown to look into a case about someone on death row.Stream onIMDb 5.7TMDB 5.5
  37. 37GrabbersMovie · 2012 · 94m · Science Fiction, Comedy, ThrillerA dark presence arrives off the coast of Ireland, disturbing the peaceful fishing village of Erin Island. Fishermen disappear, followed by the discovery of whale carcasses on the shore. When murders begin, two unlikely police officers – a troubled alcoholic and his disciplined new partner – must defend the town from giant, tentacled aliens that feed on the inhabitants. They find their only advantage is alcohol, and survival depends on everyone getting extremely drunk to fight back.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1