Spine-chilling Thriller Series You Should Watch If You Enjoyed The Watcher
If you liked “The Watcher,” we have more heart-pounding thriller series lined up for you!
The popular thriller series “The Watcher,” was released in 2022—on Netflix—ever since, the fans of the mini-series are searching for similar shows to binge-watch. This nail-biting creation by Ryan Murphy follows a married couple who move into their new home and start receiving mysterious and ominous letters from an anonymous sender—likely a sinister stalker. But sadly, the series features seven episodes only—and viewers can binge on them quite quickly. However, don’t get disheartened just yet—we have some incredible options that give off “The Watcher” vibe. Check out the list below to enjoy a dose of thrill and horror.
Under The Banner Of Heaven
Stream on Hulu, Disney+
Under the Banner of Heaven—starring Andrew Garfield—is a Hulu original miniseries—based on the true events of the brutal murder of a woman (Brenda Wright Lafferty) and her daughter—in 1984. The miniseries follows a Utah-based detective who investigates the murder and eventually finds a connection to Mormonism.
For those who loved The Watcher, this series is replete with aspects of true crime, and its mysterious attributes will keep you on the edge of your seat. Apart from the gripping plot, you will love this series for Andrew Garfield and Daisy Edgar-Jones’ excellent acting.
The Staircase
Stream on HBO Max
This is yet another miniseries based on real-life events. The Staircase, starring Colin Firth and Toni Collette—documents the unfortunate events in Michael Peterson’s life that follow after the accidental death of his wife, caused by a fatal fall from the stairs. He is then accused of murder, and the series depicts the events that might have occurred. If you loved The Watcher, this meticulously crafted mystery series is tailor-made for you.
The White Lotus
Stream on Prime Video
If you want to watch another mystery featuring judgmental and shady folks with immense interest in learning about the lives of other people— add The White Lotus to your watchlist. This satirical series by Mike White inspects the lives of the employees and guests of the White Lotus resort. If Jennifer Coolidge’s performance in The Watcher impressed you, watch this series next because she stole the show once again.
The Act
Stream on Prime Video, Hulu
The rising popularity of series based on true crime cases has led to the making of more shows in this genre. The Act is based on one such high-profile case that reveals a shocking tale. The series revolves around the life of a young woman—Gypsy Blanchard, who takes some notorious steps to free herself from the control of her menacing mother. Much like The Watcher, the stellar cast of The Act helped add more weight to the show. Joey King earned Golden Globe and Emmy nominations for her brilliant performance in the series.
Mindhunter
Stream on Netflix
Mindhunter is based on the real-life experiences of John Douglas—an FBI Special Agent. The series is set in the ‘70s, and it depicts the birth of modern criminal profiling. It revolves around two FBI agents who interview infamous murderers to develop a profile that can assist them in the future to capture other killers. Apart from the historical intrigue stimulated by the program, the gripping character-based account and the ominous vibe of imminent doom will keep you glued to the screen. And we promise you, the creepy pacing of the series will not fail to impress the fans of The Watcher.
If you like to binge-watch spine-chilling thriller series based on accounts of true crime and have already watched The Watcher, the carefully curated list of shows mentioned above might help you decide what to stream next. From The Act to The White Lotus—these series will not disappoint you.