5 thriller movies about being trapped — watch these after Netflix’s new No. 1 ‘The Last House’

Netflix's sci-fi thriller "The Last House" has taken the platform by storm, reaching the top of its top 10 most-watched list just days after its release. With its intriguing premise of a family trapped in their home by mysterious forces, the movie has captivated viewers. If you're craving more intense, claustrophobic thrillers after watching "The Last House," here are five movies that fit the bill.

While "Brick" (2025) shares a similar premise with the Netflix original, its quality is lacking, with hammy dialogue and weak performances. "Buried" (2010) takes the concept of being trapped to an extreme with Paul Conroy sealed inside a coffin, buried underground. Ryan Reynolds' performance keeps viewers engaged, but the film's ending is particularly haunting.

"127 Hours" (2010) draws on a real-life story, following Aron Ralston's harrowing ordeal of being trapped by a boulder in Utah. James Franco's portrayal of Ralston's struggle is intense, but the film's stomach-turning finale may leave some viewers wanting more. "10 Cloverfield Lane" (2016) offers a different take on the trapped premise, featuring three strangers held captive in an underground bunker.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead leads the cast, and John Goodman and John Gallagher Jr. add depth to the story. Despite its claustrophobic setting, the film keeps viewers guessing until the end. Lastly, "Exam" (2009) presents a unique twist on the trapped genre, with eight candidates willingly locked in a single room for a competitive corporate job.

While Colin Salmon's performance as the overseer provides some tension, the film's limp finale may disappoint viewers.