Malayalam cinema has consistently delivered some of the most gripping psycho-thrillers that keep audiences on the edge of their seats. These films are known for their intense storylines, raw emotions, and unexpected twists. Here are seven must-watch Malayalam psycho-thrillers available on OTT platforms:
1. Manichithrathazhu (1993)
– Cast: Mohanlal, Suresh Gopi, Shobana
– Watch on: Amazon Prime Video
– IMDb Rating: 8.7/10
– Synopsis: Inspired by a true story from the 19th century, this film revolves around a family’s eerie experiences in their ancestral home.
2. Ee Thanutha Veluppan Kalathu (1990)
– Cast: Mammootty, Suresh Gopi, Sumalatha
– Watch on Disney+Hotstar
– IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
– Synopsis: A series of mysterious murders challenge the protagonist to uncover the chilling truth.
3. Memories (2013)
– Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, S.P. Sreekumar, Meghana Raj
– Watch on Disney+Hotstar
– IMDb Rating: 8/10
– Synopsis: This cult favorite follows a police officer with a troubled past as he investigates a gruesome murder case.
4. Drishyam (2013)
– Cast: Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan
– Watch on Disney+Hotstar
– IMDb Rating: 8.3/10
– Synopsis: A gripping tale of a man who uses his wit to protect his family from a crime they are unwittingly involved in.
5. 7th Day (2014)
– Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Vinay Forrt
– Watch on Disney+Hotstar
– IMDb Rating: 6.9/10
– Synopsis: An IPS officer unravels a highly unusual case, leading to a series of shocking revelations.
6. Mumbai Police (2013)
– Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jayasurya, Rahman
– Watch on Disney+Hotstar
– IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
– Synopsis: This neo-noir thriller keeps viewers guessing until the end with its suspenseful and emotional narrative.
7. Rorschach (2022)
– Cast: Mammootty, Asif Ali, Bindu Panicker
– Watch on Disney+Hotstar
– IMDb Rating: 6.9/10
– Synopsis: A dark and intense psycho-thriller that delves into the mind of its protagonist, played by Mammootty, who also directed and wrote the film.
