Best Thriller Films of 2000
Proximity
In this thriller, Rob ... the first feature from Zinc Pictures, a company formed by noted producer Joel Silver to produce quality low-budget films. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Lost Souls
A woman who has ... the directorial debut of cinematographer Janusz Kaminski, whose camera credits include Saving Private Ryan, Schindler's List, and Jerry Maguire. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Reindeer Games
A burglar looking to ... Trejo and Donal Logue play Gabriel's henchmen; Dennis Farina, Isaac Hayes, and Ashton Kutcher also highlight the supporting cast. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Choke
Things are not going ... the trunk of his car. He offers to help dispose of the body for Henry, but at a price. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Get Carter
A man who has ... Cliff, the boss of Jack's late brother; Mickey Rourke, Alan Cumming, and Gretchen Mol also highlight the supporting cast. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Inspectors 2: A Shred of Evidence
Originally aired on the ... their roles as the titular inspectors. This film was made with the full cooperation of the U.S. Postal Service. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Newsbreak
In this thriller, John ... just as determined to stop him. Newsbreak also stars Kelly Miller, Kim Darby, Greg Mullavey, and David Proval. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Contaminated Man
In this science fiction ... there's more to Mueller's story than he ever imagined. The Contaminated Man also stars Michael Brandon and Natascha McElhone. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Right Temptation
In this thriller, Derian ... that could have terrible consequences. The Right Temptation also stars Kiefer Sutherland as Michael and Dana Delany as Anthea. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Tribulation
A cop used to ... Tribulation was the third film from screenwriters Paul Lalonde and Peter Lalonde inspired by modern-day interpretations of biblical prophesy. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Art of War
A spy who has ... a vehicle of Hong Kong action star Jet Li before Snipes stepped in as both star and executive producer. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Watcher
A detective is urged ... rock groups, including Soul Coughing, Sonic Youth, and Reeves' band, Dogstar. The film was produced under the title Driven. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Enemy
In this tense action ... to his father's poison before it's too late. The Enemy also stars Roger Moore, Tom Conti, and Horst Buchholz. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Luck of the Draw
This stylish crime thriller ... reportedly because he refused to play a scene without his pet Chihuahua (the role was recast with Michael Madsen). [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Bless the Child
In this supernatural horror ... evil. Based on a novel by Cathy Cash Spellman, Bless the Child also stars Christina Ricci and Ian Holm. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Other Voices
Dan McCormack spins this ... prevent a rendezvous between her and her mysterious lover. This film was screened at the 2000 Sundance Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Unbreakable
Actor Bruce Willis and ... Unbreakable also stars Robin Wright-Penn as Audrey, David's wife; the supporting cast includes Spencer Treat Clark and Joey Perillo. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Eye See You
Sylvester Stallone returned to ... in production, was publicized under the titles Detox and The Outpost) was released on video as Eye See You. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Boondock Saints
Feeling that they are ... by the Boston Herald, and they are praised by brilliant, tortured, and gay FBI agent Paul Smecker (Willem Dafoe). [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Last Stop
In this claustrophobic thriller, ... to kill again to hold onto the cash. The Last Stop was filmed on location in Vancouver, British Columbia. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Full Disclosure
Hard-drinking newspaper reporter John ... Michelle (Penelope Ann Miller), discovers Armiti's hiding place and closes in for the kill, just as McWhirter returns home. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
No One Can Hear You
A woman tracking a ... could be his next victims. No One Can Hear You also features Barry Corbin, Kieren Hutchinson, and Craig Parker. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Blind Heat
In this suspense thriller, ... her other senses in order to survive the ordeal. Blind Heat also stars J. Eddie Peck and Al Sapienza. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Second Skin
A man trying to ... leads to some unpleasant revelations about his own past deeds. Second Skin also features Peter Fonda and Liam Waite. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Cell
In this science fiction ... for R.E.M.'s "Losing My Religion." The supporting cast includes Catherine Sutherland, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Dylan Baker, and Pruitt Taylor Vince. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Deterrence
The world finds itself ... do, and what the potential consequences could be. Deterrence was written and directed by former film critic Rod Lurie. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Slow Burn
Greed and obsession fuel ... trying to outwit each other in the desert, and was based on the novel McTeague by Frank Norris. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
No Code of Conduct
Martin Sheen and his ... Bret Michaels, who rose to fame in the 1980s as the lead singer with the popular rock band Poison. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
A Better Way to Die
In this thriller, a ... for his survival. A Better Way to Die stars Andre Braugher, Lou Diamond Phillips, Scott Wiper, and Natasha Henstridge. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Frequency
Known more for his ... by Toby Emmerich, the brother of actor Noah Emmerich, who appears in a supporting role created specifically for him. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Beyond Suspicion
A man is given ... forced Macy to drop out of the project, Jeff Goldblum signed on, less than two weeks before shooting began. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Desert Saints
In this offbeat thriller, ... he imagines about his life of crime. Desert Saints stars Kiefer Sutherland, Melora Walters, Jamey Sheridan, and Leslie Stefanson. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Spreading Ground
Detective Ed Delongpre (Dennis ... estranged adult daughter Leslie (Leslie Hope) is torn open after a decade -- Leslie is the mayor's pushy assistant. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Deeply
On a remote island ... between past and present, contrasting the lives of the characters in the manuscript with those of Claire and Celia. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Shiner
A minor-league criminal suddenly ... one of Billy's henchmen (who can't say where he was when Eddie was killed), and Georgie and her husband. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Stray
A woman's compassion may ... guy who will work for food. The Stray was the first feature film directed by former editor Kevin Mock. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Bloody Proof
A woman looking to ... Spanish language version of the film was shot at the same time, and released under the title El Grito. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Race Against Time
In this futuristic blend ... Originally produced for the TNT cable network, Race Against Time also features Cary Elwes, Chris Sarandon, and Sarah Wynter. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Essex Boys
Terry Winsor directs this ... trashed, the sociopath vows bloody revenge on his former partner, while Dyke and his lover Lisa plot Locke's demise. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Crimson Rivers
Two very different policemen ... to the same town, and the two men begin to realize a surprising and troubling link between the crimes. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
A Crack in the Floor
Some young people lost ... take kindly to strangers. Crack in the Floor also features Gary Busey, Rance Howard, Bo Hopkins, and David Naughton. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Monster Hunter
In this black comedy ... the work of Dickenson or a copycat. Natural Selection also stars Heather Kafka, Darren E. Burrows, and Bob Balaban. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
In the Shadows
New York hit man ... killed, and Eric finds that when the time comes to pull the trigger, love and loyalty complicate the hit. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Circus
A confidence man discovers ... from Leo. Circus was the feature film debut for director Rob Walker, who had previously worked in British television. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Merci Pour le Chocolat
Claude Chabrol directed this ... cases of date rape. Merci Pour le Chocolat is based on a novel by American crime novelist Charlotte Armstrong. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Epoch
Science must confront a ... its secrets without falling prey to its dangers? Epoch stars David Keith, Stephanie Niznik, Ryan O'Neal, and Shannon Lee. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Mercy
Damian Harris directs this ... Attraction). Meanwhile, lead suspect psychologist Dr. Boussard (Sands) continues to snivel and cross-dress as the bodies start piling up. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Partners In Crime
In this action drama, ... and track down the real culprit. Partners in Crime also stars Andrew Dolin and Frank Gerrish; Jennifer Warren directed. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Sanctimony
Eric Roberts is at ... the feds set to take over the case in mere hours, and Gerrick's impending appearance on a TV talkshow. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Our Lips Are Sealed
In this comic adventure ... danger when the gangsters discover them down under. Our Lips Are Sealed was released direct-to-video on November 21, 2000. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Cold Blooded
A city undergoing an ... on home video under the title Cold Blooded, Bad Faith also stars Michael Moriarty, Patti LuPone, and Gloria Reuben. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Blacktop
A man throws himself ... find him -- and become caught in a dangerous trap. Blacktop also stars Vicky Pratt and C. Ernst Harth. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
XChange
This science fiction thriller ... Coates; it was directed by Allan Moyle, whose previous credits include the acclaimed teen drama Pump Up the Volume. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Chasing Sleep
Ed Saxon (Jeff Daniels) ... a mysterious object under a chest of drawers, causing him to veer more precipitously towards an all-encompassing emotional collapse. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Dead Dog
The death of a ... Tom disappears, Perri finds solace in the arms of a college student whose intentions may be less than honorable. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Skulls
In this suspense drama, ... TV series Dawson's Creek; the supporting cast includes Paul Walker, Craig T. Nelson, Hill Harper, and William L. Petersen. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Crow: Salvation
The third installment of ... killer and clear his own name. He finds an ally for his cause in Erin (Kirstin Dunst), Lauren's sister. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Sorted
After his attention-getting turn ... his 1998 short Holiday Romance, Jovy is no stranger to London's club scene; he was once a promoter himself. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Bruiser
Horror-meister George Romero directs ... whose paintings may be responsible for his sudden transformation. This film was screened at the 2000 Berlin Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Monkey's Mask
A female detective discovers ... novel became an international bestseller and the biggest-selling book of poetry published in Australia since World War II . [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Crimson Code
In this crime thriller, ... a multiple murderer who is targeting serial killers. Red Team was also released under the title The Crimson Code. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Firetrap
A criminal is forced ... of the others trapped in the building. Firetrap also stars Richard Tyson, Mel Harris, Lori Petty, and Steven Williams. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Proposal
Undercover cop Terry Martin ... Susan. Furthermore, Susan's affair with Bacig seems to be turning serious even as her feelings for Terry heat up. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Track Down
Follow a skilled computer ... Kevin quickly utilizes his cyber space expertise to cover his tracks and elude the electronic arm of the law. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Lying In Wait
An innocent man discovers ... like to be his partner in crime? Lying in Wait also stars Vanessa Dorman, Shannon Whirry, and Tony Bill. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Oboreru Hito
Ichio Naoki makes ... to Tokio and the apartment stinks of death. Soon Tokio's mental health deteriorates further, as his marriage falls apart. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Green Sails
An upwardly mobile CCT ... that has been forced off of their land by CCT, the stage is finally set for a deadly confrontation. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Second Skin
Gerardo Vera directs this ... continues to shuttle between her and his gay lover. This film was screened at the 2000 Berlin Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Criminal
In this gritty crime ... for his drag stand-up act -- in a rare non-humorous role as Peter, a forensics expert with the police. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
True Blue
Detective Rem Macy (Tom ... of Chinatown to some of the city's most powerful leaders -- and maybe even the young woman he's protecting. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Agent Red
A group of renegades ... last defense against destruction as he takes on the invaders. Agent Red was also released under the title Captured. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Art of Murder
In this thriller, Elizabeth ... danger and deception as she tries to satisfy Willie's demands while keeping her dalliances a secret from her husband. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Dead Sexy
This slick, sexy thriller ... Enos), a man she finds herself falling for. This film is sure to please fans of Tweed's direct-to-video career. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Paranoid
A woman looking for ... to wonder if she's next for this treatment. Paranoid was written and directed by noted Australian filmmaker John Duigan. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Moving Target
Don "The Dragon" Wilson ... and find the identity of the real killer. Moving Target also features Bill Murphy, Hilary Kavanagh, and Terry McMahon. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Chaos Factor
In this tense military ... more he finds himself in danger. The Chaos Factor also stars Fred Ward, R. Lee Ermey, and Kelly Rutherford. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Seance
The Sixth Sense and ... Noted stars Yukari Ishida and Show Aikawa make cameos. This film was screened at the 2000 Toronto Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Peril
A woman desperate to ... escaped mental patient with violent mood swings, and instead of helping her rescue Scott, he soon takes her hostage. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Hangman
A crazed murderer is ... believes someone is trying to tie the crimes back to her. Hangman also features Vince Corazza and Robert Harley. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Alone with a Stranger
Lovely Sandy Kennington (Barbara ... tough gal Beth Jenkins (Nia Peeples). So who is that man who looks like Edward making love with Sandy? [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Poison
Despite closing a major ... son, and her slutty teenaged daughter. Nothing good can come from this. Also released as Poison and Midnight Vendetta. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Road Rage
They say you shouldn't ... deadly. Also shown as A Friday Night Date, Road Rage also stars Chuck Byrn, Joseph Griffin, and Catherine Oxenberg. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Perfect Wife
Dr. Robert Seward (Perry ... The Perfect Wife was not shown in the U.S. until its Lifetime cable network debut on May 21, 2001. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye
Fun-loving movie producer Dustin ... Dustin's previously orderly life. But then the dead girl turns up -- and she's not so dead after all. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Primal Instinct
Celia (Celia Xavier), a ... and Celia is going to need it, because the nervy pervy that offed Vanessa is now coming for Celia. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The In Crowd
A young woman gets ... In Between, The In Crowd was one of three films directed by Mary Lambert scheduled for release in 2000. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Common Wealth
The fifth feature of ... association, her neighbors go to extreme lengths to get the money, and plenty of cartoon-colored murder and mayhem ensues. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Risk
Three people discover jealousy ... their already-shaky confidence game begins to collapse. Risk was adapted from the short story "The Adjustor" by Tracy Kidder. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Layover
What would you do ... -- and her husband (Gregg Henry) has deadly plans for him. Layover also features Sherri Alexander and Tom Wright. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Playing With Fire
The thriller Playing With ... try to track her down, she turns to the only person she can trust: her sister Riana (Vanessa Williams). [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Operator
Jon Dichter directs this ... marriage. The formerly smug Gary is soon overwhelmed and frantic as he tries to regain control of his life. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
With a Friend Like Harry...
Dominik Moll directs this ... kill people who get on his nerves. This film was screened in competition at the 2000 Cannes Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Double Tap
Leslie Cheung stars as ... in custody, our anti-hero goes into hiding, vowing to kill a cop a day until his beloved is released. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Anatomy
A determined medical student ... was dubbed into English for American release under the title Anatomy. A sequel was in production as of 2002. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Left Behind: The Movie
In the Holy Bible, ... was made available on home video in October 2000, with a theatrical release scheduled to follow in February 2001. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Tell Me Something
This film opens with ... box-office success in its native South Korea, matching that of Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace (1999). [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Asfalto
Noted Basque-born director Daniel ... a drug deal between Charley and a crime boss. This film was screened at the 2000 Berlin Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Red Ink
Jerry Henry directs this ... thriller about a band of evil white cops who kill African-Americans in the name of a government-sponsored genetic experiment. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
No One Sleeps
In this drama, Stefan ... Sleeps was filmed in English, though it was produced by a German production company with a primarily German crew. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Bloody Murder
Trevor Moorehouse, the legendary ... (Jessica Morris) uses her computer to figure out who had the opportunity and motive -- and realizes she's next. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The White Lioness
Adapted from the best-selling ... to reach the international terrorist operation with suspected ties to the murder before the case sparks an international incident? [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Trois
Atlanta attorney Jermaine (Gary ... the deed is done, Jade becomes increasingly unhinged as the married couple expresses no desire for further carnal commingling. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Fear Faith Revenge 303
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Nostradamus
A cop travels through ... using the 16th century philosopher and prophet Nostradamus as its guide. Nostradamus also stars Peter Jordan and Michael Gwynne. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Stepdaughter
A woman searches for ... includes Jaimz Woolvet, Matt Farnsworth, and Lee Dawson; director Peter Liapis appears in a supporting role as a plumber. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Shilje Sanghwang
An unstable artist (Ju ... in the cameras set in the park. Kim Hi-duk then edited his footage down to a compact 86 minutes. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Pray for Power
Boston wasn't the city ... underworld. Eventually, the scantily clad Heather must stop running and confront the people who want to see her dead. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Operative
Former football star Brian ... trying to escape both from the Russians and the police. The Operative also stars Teryl Rothery and Bob Dawson. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
TripFall
In a sterling example ... a loss as to how to pull off a rescue. In the end he proves he's no ordinary hero. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Devil in the Flesh 2
One of the more ... her new roommate, Laney (Jeanette Brox). Devil in the Flesh 2 was also screened under the title Teacher's Pet. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Starstruck
A man thinks he's ... his voyeurism and give him a second chance. Previously released under the title Deception, Starstruck also features Ursula Weiss. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Wildflower
When their industrialist father ... bisexual hitchhiker (C.C. Costigan), who has eyes for everybody and knows more about the family than a stranger should. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Last Stand
Can one tough babe ... before he and his crew can crack the security code. Last Stand also stars Josh Barker and Katerina Brozova. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Tick Tock
Beautiful Rachel (Megan Ward) ... the intended murder. Alibis backfire, loyalties are questioned, and more than one murder takes place before the unpredictable ending. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Up Against Amanda
A thirtysomething man who ... woman who stands between her and the man she wants -- and any man who would dare reject her. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Freeze Me
Takashi Ishii directs this ... violent catharsis. Preparing herself for the impending visit of the other rapists, she stuffs Hirokawa's body in the refrigerator. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Black Friday
Gary Daniels stars as ... bomb the terrorists along with his house and family -- Campbell decides to take matters into his own hands. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Dope Game
Smalltime Oakland mob enforcers ... bad haircut. Jesus and Navajas discover the details and set out to interrupt the proceedings -- with guns ablazing. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Another Heaven
Another Heaven, a Japanese ... mystery, he begins to suspect that one of the women he's involved with may be possessed by the killer. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
The Sight
Filmed in London, the ... film for an unsold weekly TV series, The Sight was broadcast October 29, 2000 over the FX cable network. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Train Ride
Four college students are ... in her final screen appearance (the film was released well over a year after her death in November 1998). [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Angel Negro
Ten years after ravishing ... remaining survivors as possible while simultaneously attempting to unravel the secret of Angel and prevent his own impending demise. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Cold Vengeance
A former gang member ... and Russ leads to an explosive climax in which no one -- including hundreds of spectators -- may survive. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Dark Side
Dominic Shiach directs Patsy ... of her twin sister. The sister's involvement with unsavory elements soon begin to have a negative impact on Megan. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Blast
Suspicion leads to murder ... slowly rises to the surface, the innocence of youth and trust of a community has been wiped away forever. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Soho Square
A young detective (Anthony ... It was reportedly produced for about 7,000 dollars, and had its U.S. premiere on the Sundance Channel in 2003. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Kalibre 35
When a group of ... willing to put their lives on the line in the name of art forced to make the ultimate sacrifice. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Expecting Mercy
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Warpath
Wrongfully accused of murdering ... with both the law and the real murderer against him, Jim's warpath may lead him to his own end. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Ransom Express
Hong Kong director Lam ... boyfriend, Simon. Ransom Express was originally titled Wang Ming Zhi Tao and has also been released as Ransom Run. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Malikmata
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MPD Psycho 2
Takashi Miike directs this ... a mass suicide, and some disturbing mutilations. This release contains the third and fourth episodes of the six-episode miniseries. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
Boda de Muertos
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The Last Musketeer
A professional fencer is ... side the master swordsman is forced to pose as a fencing instructor at an all-girls school to elude detection. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]
A Quiet Day
A disciple of Sun ... the mysterious assassin's life gradually begins to unravel as a seemingly endless series of adversaries emerge to challenge him. [ best thriller films - 2000 ]Supplemental Navigation
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