Are you ready to dive into some edge-of-your-seat thrillers to start the new year? Netflix has a bunch of exciting options for you. Let's start with "Carry-On, " a holiday thriller that'll make you think twice about flying during the holidays. Imagine a TSA agent, Ethan Kopek, played by Taron Egerton, who gets forced into a dangerous game by a mysterious traveler. This traveler threatens to harm Ethan's pregnant girlfriend if he doesn't let a suspicious package through security. Talk about a Christmas to remember!

Next up is "Don’t Move, " a film that'll make you appreciate being able to move freely. Iris, played by Kelsey Asbille, wakes up one morning and meets a kind stranger, Richard, played by Finn Wittrock. But things take a dark turn when Richard paralyzes Iris and plans to kill her. Iris has to stay still to avoid being caught, but her body will only stay paralyzed for 20 minutes. It's a heart-pounding race against time!

"The Guilty" is another thriller that'll keep you glued to your seat. Jake Gyllenhaal stars as an LAPD officer who receives a call from a woman claiming she's been abducted. The entire movie unfolds in a call center, and Gyllenhaal's performance makes it a tense watch. It's a great example of how a simple setting can lead to a complex story.

In "Emily the Criminal, " Aubrey Plaza shows her dramatic side as Emily, a woman struggling to make ends meet. She gets involved in credit card fraud to pay off her student loans, but things escalate quickly. This movie is a commentary on capitalism and the tough choices people make to survive.

Lastly, "Fair Play" is a modern take on erotic thrillers from the 90s. It follows two young analysts, Emily and Luke, who are in a secret relationship. When Emily gets a promotion over Luke, their relationship hits a rough patch. This movie explores power dynamics and gender politics in the workplace.

Thrilling Movies to Kickstart the New Year

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