Arrival
Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.
Mystery movies on Netflix in the UK
The most popular mystery movies streaming on Netflix in the UK right now. 242 titles in total. Top picks right now: The Prestige, Arrival, The Sixth Sense, Death on the Nile and Smile 2. Use the filters to narrow it down by actor, language, year or rating, and tap any poster for the trailer and where to stream it.
Top 20: Mystery movies on Netflix in the UK
Updated · Ranked by TMDB popularity, which reflects what people are watching and searching for this week · Subscription titles only
- The Prestige (2006) · ★ 8.2/10 · Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction
A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and… - Arrival (2016) · ★ 7.6/10 · Drama, Science Fiction, Mystery
Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat. - The Sixth Sense (1999) · ★ 8.0/10 · Mystery, Thriller, Drama
Following an unexpected tragedy, child psychologist Malcolm Crowe meets a nine year old boy named Cole Sear, who is hiding a dark secret. - Death on the Nile (2022) · ★ 6.4/10 · Mystery, Crime, Thriller
Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot's Egyptian vacation aboard a glamorous river steamer turns into a terrifying search for a murderer when a picture-perfect couple's idyllic… - Smile 2 (2024) · ★ 6.6/10 · Horror, Mystery
About to embark on a new world tour, global pop sensation Skye Riley begins experiencing increasingly terrifying and inexplicable events. Overwhelmed by the escalating… - Final Destination 2 (2003) · ★ 6.3/10 · Horror, Mystery
When Kimberly has a violent premonition of a highway pileup she blocks the freeway, keeping a few others meant to die, safe...Or are they? The survivors mysteriously… - Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2025) · ★ 7.2/10 · Thriller, Mystery, Comedy
When young priest Jud Duplenticy is sent to assist charismatic firebrand Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, it’s clear that all is not well in the pews. After a sudden and… - Mystic River (2003) · ★ 7.7/10 · Thriller, Drama, Mystery
The lives of three men who were childhood friends are shattered when one of them suffers a family tragedy. - The Cabin in the Woods (2012) · ★ 6.7/10 · Horror, Mystery, Comedy
Five friends set out for a weekend at a remote cabin in the woods, expecting nothing more than fun and relaxation. As night falls, they discover that something far more… - Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022) · ★ 7.0/10 · Comedy, Crime, Mystery
World-famous detective Benoit Blanc heads to Greece to peel back the layers of a mystery surrounding a tech billionaire and his eclectic crew of friends. - Desire (2026) · ★ 6.7/10 · Mystery, Drama
Lucero’s life appears immaculate: a wealthy household, a devoted husband, and two children who embody the promise of a perfect family. Yet beneath this surface simmers a… - Final Destination 3 (2006) · ★ 6.2/10 · Horror, Mystery
High school senior Wendy's premonition of a deadly rollercoaster ride saves her life and a lucky few, but not from death itself — which seeks out those who escaped their… - The Pale Blue Eye (2022) · ★ 6.8/10 · Thriller, Crime, Horror
West Point, New York, 1830. When a cadet at the burgeoning military academy is found hanged with his heart cut out, the top brass summons former New York City constable… - Zodiac (2007) · ★ 7.5/10 · Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Police conduct a manhunt for the Zodiac Killer, a serial killer who terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area during the late 1960s and early 1970s, taunting police with… - Final Destination 5 (2011) · ★ 6.2/10 · Horror, Mystery
Death is just as omnipresent as ever, and is unleashed after one man’s premonition saves a group of coworkers from a terrifying suspension bridge collapse. But this… - The Secret Woman (2026) · ★ 6.5/10 · Drama, Thriller, Mystery
After discovering she has a family and a shipping empire, a woman with amnesia returns to a wealthy and seemingly perfect past to uncover why she left. - The Final Destination (2009) · ★ 5.6/10 · Horror, Mystery
A horrifying premonition saves a young man and his friends from death during a racetrack accident but terrible fates await them nonetheless. - Enola Holmes 3 (2026) · ★ 6.7/10 · Adventure, Crime, Mystery
Adventure follows detective Enola Holmes to Malta, where her plans to tie the knot unravel when Sherlock's disappearance plunges her into a perilous case. - Enola Holmes (2020) · ★ 7.2/10 · Adventure, Mystery, Crime
While searching for her missing mother, intrepid teen Enola Holmes uses her sleuthing skills to outsmart big brother Sherlock and help a runaway lord. - Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026) · ★ 8.4/10 · Drama, Mystery
Through unlikely bonds formed during night shifts at a local aquarium, Tova, an elderly widow, learns of a life-changing discovery that may bring her joy and wonder once…
Frequently asked questions
What are the most popular mystery movies on Netflix in the UK right now?
As of 9 October 2026, the most popular mystery movies on Netflix in the UK are The Prestige (2006, rated 8.2/10), Arrival (2016, rated 7.6/10), The Sixth Sense (1999, rated 8.0/10), Death on the Nile (2022, rated 6.4/10) and Smile 2 (2024, rated 6.6/10).
How many mystery movies are on Netflix in the UK?
There are 242 mystery movies on Netflix in the UK included with a Netflix subscription, as of 9 October 2026.
How is this list made and how often is it updated?
The list is rebuilt every day from The Movie Database (TMDB), with streaming availability supplied by JustWatch. Only titles included with a subscription are listed (no rentals or purchases). Films are ranked by TMDB popularity, which reflects what people are watching and searching for this week. Last updated 9 October 2026.
