Vertical Entertainment's B-films outshine Netflix's thrillers, often streaming directly to Netflix. Here are the top picks, including new releases & Netflix originals! give me shorter than this
Netflix’shidden gem for good new films is Vertical Entertainment. This small company produces B-films that are superior to Netflix’s in-house action thrillers. Sometimes they screen in art houses but are mostly straight-to-stream. Eventually, they turn up on Netflix, and they’re like original programming. It’s a win-win:
Here are thetop films you can watch on Netflix at the moment. We emphasize the latest releases, Netflix originals, and a few of our favorite picks!
A beautiful, moving drama that explores the moment when you realize your parents are human, not just authority figures. Featuring Oscar-nominated Paul Mescal and the talented Frankie Corio. The film is visually stunning and deeply emotional.
A poignant and heartbreaking drama about a forbidden love affair between two women. Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara deliver phenomenal performances in this beautifully crafted film.
Godzilla Minus One (2023) is a Japanese kaiju film set in post-World War II Japan. It follows Kōichi Shikishima, a former kamikaze pilot struggling with guilt, as he faces the terrifying emergence of Godzilla. With Japan already devastated by war, the monstrous threat pushes the nation to its limits. The film explores themes of survival, redemption, and resilience, earning praise for its emotional depth and stunning visual effects.
The second half of Villeneuve’s epic saga brings action and depth, building on the 2021 film’s set-up. Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya lead an all-star cast in a movie that balances both scope and character. Though it might not hit the same at home as in theaters, it’s still an exciting watch.
A beautiful, emotional drama with incredible performances from Carrie Coon, Elizabeth Olsen, and Natasha Lyonne. The film explores the final days of a father’s life as his three daughters reunite, delivering a moving and powerful experience. It’s a tearjerker that feels like great theatre, and it’s one of the best films of 2024.
A powerful drama that earned Jane Campion an Oscar for directing. Benedict Cumberbatch plays a cruel landowner who torments his brother’s wife, played by Kirsten Dunst. This period piece is a slow-burn thriller that explores toxic masculinity and manipulation in a beautifully shot and captivating narrative
This Oscar winner doesn’t land on streaming services very often, so take this chance while you can. Sam Mendes directs a visceral recounting of a personal story told to him by his grandfather about his time in World War I, allowing the harrowing journey of a British soldier (George MacKay) to unfold in one unforgettable, unbroken shot.
It’s a little harder to watch this movie now given the allegations against some of its cast members, but it’s still a remarkably well-made piece of action filmmaking, the kinetically unforgettable story of a getaway driver who knows all the best tunes. Ansel Elgort, Jamie Foxx, and Lily James may be the stars of this movie, but it’s Wright’s showmanship that really
One of the best films of 2024 has finally been added to Netflix, joining its partner Fury Road, which is also available on the streaming giant (consider this an entry for both). Ignore the haters, this is robust action filmmaking at its greatest, serving as a prequel to Fury Road but also a fantastic film in its own right. Anya Taylor-Joy captures Furiosa as a survivor in a desperate world, but it’s Chris Hemsworth who steals the movie, sketching a tyrant too power-mad to comprehend his own
Debate among yourselves if this should be on the movie or TV list, but it’s still basically the same venture that was released in theaters, only slightly re-edited by Quentin Tarantino into episodes, so we say it’s a movie (and both versions of the film are now on Netflix). And it’s an underrated one, overshadowed by the way it deals with race and gender when it was released. Almost a decade later, it looks almost prescient about how divided the country would become, and it contains some of the best performances in QT’s entire filmography
Chazelle may still be startled by the divisive response to his Hollywood epic Babylon, but he can go back to the near-universal praise for the film that really broke him: Whiplash, a movie that earned one of its stars an Oscar and a nomination for Best Picture — and which just celebrated its 10th anniversary. This drama about a perfectionist drummer and his militaristic teacher thrilled viewers from the minute it premiered at Sundance in 2013.
After the crazy success of The Dark Knight, Christopher Nolan went and made one of the most ambitious blockbusters ever made, cementing himself as one of the most interesting auteurs working in the Hollywood system. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as a man who leads a team into other people’s dreams for the purposes of corporate espionage at first. Of course, he brings some personal baggage with him. This movie is a reminder of Nolan’s incredible vision and robust filmmaking. It’s held up wonderfully. One wishes there were more big-budget filmmakers taking these kinds of risks.
Netflix has truly become a treasure trove of films, with Vertical Entertainmentoften offering hidden gems that outshine the platform’s original action thrillers. While some of these films may be overlooked at first, their presence on Netflix makes them accessible and often feel like exclusive content. Whether you’re in the mood for the latest releases, Netflix originals, or simply discovering a hidden gem, the platform continues to offer an impressive selection of films.
So, if you’re looking for a quality movie night, these top picks should be your go-to. From intense thrillers to deeply moving stories, Netflix has something for everyone. Don’t forget to check out the latest releases and explore the lesser-known films that might surprise you!
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