Top 25 Thrillers of 2017

Description: Based on Stephen King's novel, this adaptation brings the terrifying clown Pennywise to life, offering a blend of horror and coming-of-age drama that captivated audiences worldwide.

Fact: The film broke several box office records, including the largest opening weekend for a horror film.

Description: Jackie Chan stars in this action thriller, showcasing his dramatic acting skills alongside his martial arts prowess in a story of revenge and political intrigue.

Fact: This was one of the few films where Jackie Chan played a more serious, less comedic role.

Description: Despite mixed reviews, this adaptation of Jo Nesbø's novel features a chilling serial killer plot set against the backdrop of a snowy Norwegian landscape.

Fact: The film was shot in Norway, with some scenes filmed in the actual locations described in the book.

Description: Charlize Theron stars as a spy in this action-packed thriller set during the Cold War, featuring intense fight scenes and a stylish, neon-drenched aesthetic.

Fact: The film's famous stairwell fight scene was shot in one continuous take, requiring precise choreography.

Description: This British post-apocalyptic thriller offers a fresh take on the zombie genre, focusing on a unique child who might hold the key to humanity's survival.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by M.R. Carey, who also wrote the screenplay.

Description: Jordan Peele's directorial debut blends social satire with horror, making it a standout thriller of 2017. The film's exploration of race relations through a chilling narrative has earned it both critical acclaim and a place in modern film history.

Fact: The film was nominated for four Academy Awards, winning Best Original Screenplay for Peele.

Description: Darren Aronofsky's allegorical thriller is a divisive yet unforgettable film that explores themes of creation, destruction, and the relationship between artist and muse.

Fact: The film's script was kept highly secretive, with actors only receiving their scenes the day before shooting.

Description: Sofia Coppola's remake of the 1971 film is a tense, atmospheric thriller set during the Civil War, where the arrival of a wounded Union soldier at a Southern girls' school leads to unexpected consequences.

Fact: This version was the first film directed by a woman to win the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival.

Description: Yorgos Lanthimos delivers a psychological thriller that delves into themes of guilt, retribution, and the supernatural, creating an unsettling atmosphere that lingers long after the credits roll.

Fact: The film's title is inspired by the ancient Greek tragedy "Iphigenia in Aulis" by Euripides.

Description: Taylor Sheridan's directorial debut is a gripping crime thriller set in the harsh Wyoming wilderness, focusing on the investigation of a murder on a Native American reservation.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Utah, with the crew enduring harsh weather conditions to capture the film's authentic feel.