{
  "id": 6869483,
  "title": "3 nail-biting Paramount+ thriller movies to watch if you never want to sleep again",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/3-nail-biting-paramount-thriller-movies-to-watch-if-you-never-want-to",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-12T05:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/entertainment/paramount-plus/3-nail-biting-paramount-thriller-movies-to-watch-if-you-never-want-to-sleep-again"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "For those seeking an adrenaline rush, Paramount+ offers a selection of thrilling movies that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Three standout options include the Zodiac killer hunt, a near-silent survival story, and a claustrophobic bunker mystery.\n\nZodiac (2007) brings to life the chilling true story of a decade-long pursuit of the elusive Zodiac killer, who terrorized Northern California in the late 1960s and 1970s. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Robert Downey Jr., and Mark Ruffalo, this high-stakes thriller delves into the obsessive hunt for the killer, blurring the line between procedural investigation and psychological terror.\n\nNext up is A Quiet Place (2018), directed by John Krasinski and starring Emily Blunt. Set in a world overrun by silent hunters, this horror film follows a family's struggle to survive in near-total silence. A single sound or movement can spell death, leading the family to communicate through sign language and tiptoeing through life on tiptoes. The movie's suspense builds to a heart-pounding climax, keeping viewers breathless throughout its runtime.\n\nFinally, 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016) delivers a mind-bending experience as Mary Elizabeth Winstead wakes up in an underground bunker with no idea of her surroundings. Survivalist Howard (John Goodman) claims to have saved her from a catastrophic attack, but the real question remains: can she trust him? The film keeps audiences guessing until the very end, with a shocking twist that leaves viewers reeling. With its masterful storytelling and stellar performances, this thriller is a must-watch on Paramount+.",
  "summary": "Looking for a tense movie night? Here are 3 nail-biting thrillers streaming on Paramount+ right now that will keep you up all night.",
  "key_points": [
    "Zodiac killer hunt in 2007 film starring Jake Gyllenhaal",
    "A Quiet Place survival in near-silent world directed by Krasinski",
    "10 Cloverfield Lane bunker mystery with John Goodman twist"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Paramount+ offers thriller movie enthusiasts a chance to indulge in adrenaline-fueled entertainment with films like Zodiac, A Quiet Place, and 10 Cloverfield Lane that expertly craft suspense and terror.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}