Just like you do not need it to be Dia de los Muertos to celebrate eating Tamales, it does not have to be spooky season to watch thriller movies.
From mysterious twists to suspense that pushes you to the edge of your seat, thriller movies are a whole treat to watch. It forces you to stick till the end as you try to piece together the plot of the movie. Not to mention, thriller is a diverse genre in itself, with many interesting sub-categories like psychological thrillers, dark mysteries, or crime dramas.
This explains why 47% of adults in the US prefer the thriller genre over all others.
I have compiled the best Spanish thriller movies (both overrated and underrated ones) that will set you up on a guaranteed emotional rollercoaster with their morally ambiguous characters and escapist vibes.
Tips to Improve Your Streaming Experience
Streaming is more than simply just putting on a movie to watch. It is, instead, a careful blend of high picture quality and buffer-free experience. Only then can we enjoy streaming a movie or a show. If the quality is pixelated and the movie buffers after every 2 minutes, then the streaming experience will be anything but enjoyable. So, before we get into the movie recommendations, let me share some tips to ensure a seamless streaming experience.
- Choose the Right Internet Provider
Some internet providers have internet plans tailor-made for streaming. These have impeccable speed, lots of bandwidth, and no or high data caps. My experience with Cox Internet has been great when it comes to HD streaming. For more information, you can contact them at Cox en Espanol which will connect you to their Hispanic customer service.
- Boost Your WiFi Signal
Inadequate WiFi signals can also negatively impact your movie streaming. So, make sure there are no WiFi dead zones in the house and the signals cover every corner of your house. For that, you can also try upgrading your router. My Eero6 plus mesh router distributes WiFi signals evenly, all around my home.
- Make Sure You Have the Right Equipment
Ensure that your equipment, TV or monitor, is compatible for high-resolution picture qualities. Like some old models can only support up to 1080p, which means you cannot watch movies in 4k and 8k on them.
Now that we have your streaming sorted, let’s get to the thriller recommendations I have for you.
Top 3 Hispanic Thriller Movies to Stream
- Contratiempo (2016)
If you look up Spanish thriller movies on Google, this might be the first one to pop. Contratiempo or the Invisible Guest is through and through a mystery thriller, right from the beginning. I love how even the titles, both English and Spanish, do a good job at arousing our curiosity as viewers. The movie features Adrián, a businessman, who finds himself locked in a hotel room with the dead body of his lover. Painted as the main suspect, the movie features him trying to unearth who killed the lover and framed him.
The movie has an intense and dark vibe throughout which is amplified by the dull cinematography and eerie music. The plot is intense, with many unexpected twists along the way. It leaves you questioning which character to trust. Plus, the limited time-frame for Adrián to prove himself also makes the movie a fast-paced one, which will keep you hooked till the last minute.
Where to Watch: The movie has an IMDb rating of 8 and is available to watch on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and FlixLatino.
- Quien a Hierro Mata (2019)
If you are in the mood for a revenge-thriller meets drug trafficking, then you need to give this one a go. Quien a Hierro Mata or an Eye for an Eye revolves around a cartel boss, Antonio Padin, who is released from prison. He is placed in the care of a nurse due to his diagnosis of a terminal disease. The nurse, as it turns out, has been previously impacted by the cartel boss’ actions and then begins a series of actions that makes the already-sick drug lord more vulnerable.
The movie features a series of karmic cycles, which will keep you curious and engaged. There are multiple characters, whose lives are intertwined in a way, which makes it difficult to guess the plot. The unrevealed parts of the plot are the main drivers of this suspenseful and dark thriller.
Where to Watch: As an underrated revenge-action thriller, the movie is available to watch on Netflix and has an IMDb rating of 6.6.
- La Cara Oculta (2011)
A thriller movie based around love, betrayal, and jealousy, La Cara Oculta or The Hidden Face features two stories in one. This somehow amps up the suspense feel. Adrián, an orchestra conductor, is upset over his girlfriend, Belén, leaving him and disappearing into thin air. What follows is an investigation over her disappearance as Adrián begins a relationship with Fabiana.
The movie ticks all the boxes of a perfect thriller. There is suspense, tension, unexpected plot twists, eerie music, and an unforgettable ending with a cliffhanger that leaves you wanting more. What I like about La Cara Oculta is the gradual build-up of the tension, which makes the second half of the movie all the more gripping to watch.
Where to Watch: With an IMDb rating of 7.3, the movie is available to stream on both Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.
