Paramount+ just added one of the year’s most overlooked crime thriller movies — and it's led by a ‘White Lotus’ star

British actor Leo Woodall is gaining recognition for his roles in popular shows like HBO's "The White Lotus" and Netflix's "One Day." He also appeared in the fourth "Bridget Jones" movie and the Anthony Bourdain biopic "Tony" last summer. However, his best work may have gone unnoticed. That movie is "Tuner," a crime thriller that premiered in theaters in May and now streams on Paramount+.

Despite a modest $15 million worldwide box office gross on a $7 million budget, "Tuner" has earned a place in the top 10 of the author's favorite movies of 2026. The film follows Niki White, played by Woodall, a New York City apprentice piano tuner working under a master. Niki, who suffers from hyperacusis (an allergy to noise), becomes entangled in a criminal organization after discovering his condition gives him a knack for cracking safes.

He also develops a relationship with Ruthie, a talented musical student played by Havana Rose Liu. "Tuner" is a character-driven thriller with a modest scope, focusing on Niki's relationships with Hoffman's Harry and Liu's Ruthie. Niki's frustration with the world taking away his ability to play the piano he tunes resonates throughout the film, making the audience genuinely invested in his journey.

The movie's clever filmmaking, including the use of sound to depict Niki's heightened hearing and quick-cut editing, make the act of cracking safes feel electric. With a 94% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes and glowing reviews, "Tuner" is a standout thriller that showcases Woodall's talent and deservedly deserves a wider audience.