Best Malayalam Thriller Movies
The finest thriller cinema from Malayalam filmmakers, ranked. Each entry pulls together IMDb scores, critic ratings, and current streaming availability into one editorial card.
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Best Malayalam Thriller Movies
Top Malayalam-language thriller films, ranked by ratings and popularity.
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- #21
Ponman
2025 · 0 min
In 'Ponman', a jewelry agent's quest to reclaim gold spirals into a tense showdown with a notorious prawn farmer. Drama, comedy, and thrills unfold in Kollam.
- #22
Garudan
2023 · 0 min
Garudan plunges viewers into a high-stakes battle for justice and integrity, pitting a straightforward police officer against a college lecturer in a complex web of deceit. This 2023 Malayalam crime thriller, starring Suresh Gopi and Biju Menon, explores the devastating aftermath of a crime and the lengths men go to protect what they believe in. A must-watch for fans of intense psychological drama
- #23
Garudan
2023 · 0 min
In Arun Raj Varma's directorial debut, Garudan plunges viewers into a complex web of deceit where a college lecturer and a police officer clash over a brutal crime. It's a fight for justice, integrity, and survival.
- #24
Golam
2024 · 0 min
In the heart of corporate intrigue, 'Golam' uncovers a murder mystery like no other. Join Investigator ASP Sandeep Krishna as he pieces together a chilling crime.
- #25
Meppadiyan
2022 · 0 min
While there is an old-fashioned feel to the story telling, it moves along new paths that are twisted enough to keep us interested and also has us clenching our fists.
- #26
Rifle Club
2024 · 0 min
In the gripping action thriller Rifle Club, a historic rifle club faces a deadly threat from an arms dealer. Members band together to protect their legacy and lives in this 2024 Malayalam film.
- #27
I Am Kathalan
2024 · 0 min
In the intricate world of cybercrime, how far would you go to reclaim lost love? I Am Kathalan plunges viewers into Vishnu's dangerous quest, where a simple attempt to win back his girlfriend escalates into a high-stakes game of revenge. It's a thrilling ride that risks everything.
- #28
Pathram
1999 · 0 min
Nandagopal, an associate editor with Keralareshmi, one of the leading dailies, is aggressive and daring and enjoys a good reputation among the media circle. Born and brought up in Mumbai, Nandan is the son of Venugopal, a daring journalist who was killed by textile mafia long bac
- #29
Kauravar
1992 · 0 min
Antony, a convict, wants revenge against Haridas, a police officer, for killing his family and arresting him. However, his motive changes when he discovers that his daughter is still alive.
- #30
John Luther
2022 · 0 min
A Devikulam police officer loses his hearing during a brutal interrogation—and must solve the case that cost him everything. John Luther is a 2022 Malayalam thriller that asks whether duty survives disability.
- #31
Vettah
2016 · 0 min
Two police officers trapped in a web of deception and lies from everyone they trust after they take up a case involving a mysterious man who is arrested for a double homicide.
- #32
Pingami
1994 · 0 min
Captain Vijay forms a bond with Kumaran, a severely injured man. However, when he dies, Vijay decides to investigate and ends up finding answers related to his life.
- #33
Adi Kapyare Kootamani
2015 · 0 min
The story revolves around a bunch of college students living in a boy's hostel. The story unfolds over a period of four days in the hostel. Problems begin when a young woman enters the hostel.
- #34
Run Baby Run
2012 · 0 min
Venu, a cameraman working for Reuters, happens to meet Renuka, his old lover, while trying to cover a case involving a politician. Together they go to investigate a murder planned by Bharatan Pillai.
- #35
Puthiya Niyamam
2016 · 0 min
Louis Pothen is an all rounder. He is divorce lawyer, he participates in live TV channel debates on various topics, and he is a film critic, too. His wife Vasuki Iyer is a Kathakali artist, and together with his school-going daughter, they live in a city highrise. The story fur
- #36
Harikrishnans
1998 · 0 min
When Guptan, a college lecturer, gets killed, the police suspect Gabriel to be the murderer. A girl takes help from her brothers, who are famous lawyers, in proving his innocence.
- #37
New Delhi
1987 · 0 min
A journalist is illegally jailed for exposing two corrupt politicians, He exacts revenge through his new mysterious newspaper.
- #38
Black
2004 · 0 min
Mammootty's comeback vehicle explores the collision between underworld power and redemption in this 2004 Malayalam thriller. When a crime syndicate enforcer wants out, his partner won't let him walk away.
- #39
Diés Iraé
2025 · 0 min
In Diés Iraé, Rohan's life takes a dark turn as he suspects a supernatural presence in his home. Available on major OTT platforms, this thriller will keep you on edge.
- #40
Kohinoor
2015 · 0 min
Haider plans to loot diamonds from the Kohinoor store and seeks Nicholas and Freddy's help. But Nicholas hires two small-time thieves, Louis and Aandikunju, so that he can claim the booty for himself.
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