3 new to Netflix thriller movies to watch this week — including one of the most iconic Spielberg movies ever made (Sept. 17-23)

Netflix subscribers seeking thrilling movies for September 17-23, 2026 have a diverse selection to choose from. The first recommendation is the legendary Steven Spielberg film "Jaws" (1975), a timeless classic that redefined the blockbuster era. Set in Amity Island, the town's Fourth of July festivities are interrupted by the arrival of a great white shark. A trio of characters - Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and Richard Dreyfuss - embark on a mission to hunt down the man-eating predator.

Next up is the psychological thriller "The Boy Next Door" (2015), a movie that, despite its flaws, offers a hilariously bad yet entertaining experience. Jennifer Lopez stars as an English teacher and single mother, Claire Peterson, whose life takes a terrifying turn when she has a one-night stand with her 19-year-old neighbor, Noah. Noah becomes obsessed with Claire and begins a campaign of stalking, harassment, and emotional manipulation.

Lastly, "Lifehack" (2026) is a lesser-known British thriller that deserves attention. Holding a 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes, this film features a group of tech-savvy hackers attempting to steal cryptocurrency from a billionaire. When the billionaire's daughter catches them in the act, she blackmails them into helping her orchestrate a larger heist to steal her father's entire fortune.

"Lifehack" combines elements of social commentary, exploring the class divide and the "eat the rich" movement, within a tech-focused setting.