The Detective Hollywood Mystery Movie

 Hollywood Mystery Movies To Satisfy The Detective In You:

The best part about mystery movies is that they make us glued to the screen so much that we start looking for the answers ourselves. Don’t you get curious to know what’s going to happen next? And yet we all love it when it is impossible to predict the ending of the film. A good mystery film is like differentiating the good characters from the bad ones, guessing who’s lying and who’s telling the truth, and attempting to solve a mystery/thriller is like a mental puzzle that is frustrating and entertaining at the same time. So with all this in mind, we have compiled a list of the best mystery movies made in Hollywood. Check them out!

1. Murder on the Orient Express (2017)

Based on Agatha Christie’s famous novel by the same name, Murder on the Orient Express is a treat to watch. The star-studded cast includes Johnny Depp, Kenneth Branagh, Daisy Ridley, Michelle Pfeiffer, Judi Dench, and many more. The story revolves around Hercule Poirot (Kenneth Branagh), a famous detective who tries to solve a murder on the luxury Orient Express before the killer gets to another victim. This film will keep you guessing throughout the film, and we bet if you haven’t read the book you won’t be able to guess the killer till the very end.

2. Now You See Me (2013)

Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Morgan Freeman, Mark Ruffalo, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Daniel Radcliffe, Lizzy Caplan, and many more, Now You See Me is one of the craziest movies you will ever come across. With such an interesting concept and storyline this film is our top favourite. And if you’re into magic and illusion and then this film is the best option. The story follows the lives of four street magicians, who each get a mysterious letter to an address with secrets inside, and a year later the four of them become big-time illusionists who rob a bank in the climax of their show. This stunt puts them in the eye of the FBI and Interpol and they are investigated by agents. It is amazing how this film offers comedy, drama, and magic within its running time.

3. Enola Holmes (2020)

If you’re a fan of Sherlock Holmes then we’re sure you’ll love his sister’s story too! Starring Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, Sam Claflin, and Louis Partridge, Enola Holmes is the youngest member of the Holmes family. Set in the 1800s, the film revolves around Enola, who on her 16th birthday discovers that her mother has disappeared without leaving any clue. Now being taken care of by her brothers, Enola decides to escape and look for her mother. Enola Holmes is absolutely wonderful and charming and tells a great story.

4. Game Night (2018)

Game Night is a fun-filled adventure film. Starring Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams, the film revolves around competitive married couple Max (Jason Bateman) and Annie (Rachel McAdams), who on one of their game nights play a harmless murder mystery game with Max's brother Brooks and some friends, but things begin to take a surprising and adventurous twist and as they get close to solving it things just keep getting crazier. Game Night is a Hollywood adventure/comedy done right, with the casting and storyline so brilliant, that it will keep you engaged and laughing right till the end.

5. Incendies (2010)

Starring Lubna Azabal, Mélissa Désormeaux-Poulin, and Maxim Gaudette, Incendies revolves around a Middle Eastern woman Nawal (Lubna Azabal) whose last wish is to send her twin children on a journey to the Middle East. She leaves two separate letters for her children, which are to be read once she dies. Jeanne (Mélissa Désormeaux-Poulin) is to deliver hers to the father the twins never knew, and Simon (Maxim Gaudette) is to give his to the brother they never knew they had. As the twins travel to the Middle East, they uncover family history and have revelations about themselves. This movie is just extraordinary on every level. From the terrific script, great acting, and screenplay to outstanding direction and cinematography, Incendies is highly recommended if you want to watch a powerful mystery/thriller.

6. Knives Out (2019)

Starring Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Daniel Craig, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Christopher Plummer, Katherine Langford, and others, Knives Out is an ultimate murder mystery. The story revolves around renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) who is found dead at his estate after his 85th birthday. Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) is then enlisted to investigate the mysterious case. Detective Blanc now has to sift through the lies of Harlan's dysfunctional family to find the killer. Knives Out is truly a classic, right from the engaging storyline, and characters, to the costumes and direction, director Rian Johnson did a commendable job with this film. And trust us, you won’t be disappointed.

7. The Invisible Guest (2016)

Starring Mario Casas and Ana Wagener, The Invisible Guest follows the life of Adrián Doria (Mario Casas) a wealthy businessman, who is found locked in a hotel room with his lover’s corpse. Adrian goes on to hire a prestigious lawyer to defend himself, and then the two work together to uncover what actually happened and who is the real killer. This script is so good that it will give you goosebumps. The Invisible Guest is by far the most intriguing film you will come across. The psychological atmosphere with detective and thriller elements made the film worth watching. And not just that the acting and final revelation will blow your minds!

8. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (203)

This Rooney Mara, Daniel Craig, and Christopher Plummer starred is the movie to watch if you're a fan of mystery buffs. The movie tells the story of reporter Mikael Blomkvist who sets out to solve the 40-year-old murder of wealthy industrialist Henrik Vanger's niece. He's aided in his efforts by Rooney Mara's saucy investigator Lisbeth Salander. It's one of those movies that sticks true to the book.

9. The Girl on the Train (2016)

Emily Blunt has always been a phenomenal actor and here she outshines herself as Rachel Watson, a struggling alcoholic. A movie of the same name was also remade in Bollywood with Parineeti Chopra taking on the titular role. The movie also stars Justin Theroux and Rebecca Ferguson in leading roles.

10. Get Out (2023)

Get Out will make you shiver in your boots and also make you question the world. This movie talks about the experience that Black people face in America and the trials and tribulations they have to undergo.