The Abyss
A civilian oil rig crew is recruited to conduct a search and rescue effort when a nuclear submarine mysteriously sinks. One diver soon finds himself on a spectacular odyssey 25,000 feet below the ocean's surface where he confronts a mysterious force that has the power to change the world or destroy it.
Thriller movies on Disney Plus in the US
The most popular thriller movies streaming on Disney Plus in the US right now. 53 titles in total. Top picks right now: Kraven the Hunter, Captain America: Brave New World, Girl in the Basement, The Abyss and The Haunted Mansion. 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: Thriller movies on Disney Plus in the US
Updated · Ranked by TMDB popularity, which reflects what people are watching and searching for this week · Subscription titles only
- Kraven the Hunter (2024) · ★ 6.4/10 · Action, Adventure, Thriller
Kraven Kravinoff's complex relationship with his ruthless gangster father, Nikolai, starts him down a path of vengeance with brutal consequences, motivating him to… - Captain America: Brave New World (2025) · ★ 6.0/10 · Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a… - Girl in the Basement (2021) · ★ 7.6/10 · Thriller, Crime, TV Movie
Sara is a teen girl who is looking forward to her 18th birthday to move away from her controlling father Don. But before she could even blow out the candles, Don… - The Abyss (1989) · ★ 7.4/10 · Adventure, Thriller, Science Fiction
A civilian oil rig crew is recruited to conduct a search and rescue effort when a nuclear submarine mysteriously sinks. One diver soon finds himself on a spectacular… - The Haunted Mansion (2003) · ★ 5.7/10 · Thriller, Fantasy, Comedy
Workaholic Jim Evers and his wife/business partner Sara get a call one night from a mansion owner, Edward Gracey, who wants to sell his house. Once the Evers family… - Race to Witch Mountain (2009) · ★ 5.8/10 · Adventure, Family, Fantasy
A taxi driver gets more than he bargained for when he picks up two teen runaways. Not only does the pair possess supernatural powers, but they're also trying desperately… - The Finest Hours (2016) · ★ 6.6/10 · Action, Drama, History
The Coast Guard makes a daring rescue attempt off the coast of Cape Cod after a pair of oil tankers are destroyed during a blizzard in 1952. - Turner & Hooch (1989) · ★ 6.3/10 · Action, Comedy, Thriller
Detective Scott Turner has three days left in the local police department before he moves to a bigger city to get some 'real' cases—not just misdemeanors. When Amos Reed… - Strange Days (1995) · ★ 7.0/10 · Crime, Science Fiction, Thriller
In the last days of 1999, ex-cop turned street hustler Lenny Nero receives a disc which contains the memories of the murder of a prostitute. With the help of bodyguard… - Mexican Psycho (2026) · ★ 7.1/10 · Thriller, Horror
Follows an "ultra-violent and intelligent" psychopath who challenges the police by leaving a white paper rabbit at each crime scene, connecting them all. - The Girl Who Escaped: The Kara Robinson Story (2023) · ★ 7.1/10 · Thriller, Drama, Crime
Based on a true story. 15-year-old Kara Robinson was kidnapped, assaulted and held captive for 18 hours. With her survival instincts kicking in, she plots a daring… - I Killed Him in My Sleep (2026) · ★ 7.0/10 · Thriller, TV Movie
Millennial Kelty Crawford struggles with financial strain, career uncertainty, and a wedding she can't afford. Desperate for money, Crawford enrolls in a sleep-study… - The Moon-Spinners (1964) · ★ 5.9/10 · Mystery, Family, Thriller
Young English girl Nikky and her aunt arrive at the Moon-Spinners, a hotel on Crete, to a less than enthusiastic welcome. The coolness of the owner is only out-done by… - The Old Mill (1937) · ★ 7.3/10 · Animation, Thriller, Family
Night in an old mill is dramatically depicted in this Oscar-winning short in which the frightened occupants, including birds, timid mice, owls, and other creatures try… - The Pastor Who Preys (2026) · Mystery, Thriller, TV Movie
Budding fashion designer, Nicole, relocates to a small lake-side town for the summer to work on her first collection and spend time with her cousin, Amanda. When Amanda… - Murder in the Highland Manor (2026) · ★ 5.1/10 · Thriller, Mystery, TV Movie
Kate takes a job as a live-in tutor at a secluded Scottish estate for a mother and daughter who’ve escaped domestic abuse. But when she discovers the previous au pair… - Abducted by My Teacher: The Elizabeth Thomas Story (2023) · ★ 6.8/10 · TV Movie, Thriller, Crime
The story of Elizabeth Thomas, a 15-year-old high school student who was groomed and abducted by teacher Tad Cummins. - Girl in the Cellar (2025) · ★ 6.9/10 · Drama, Thriller, TV Movie
A mother imprisons her daughter in their basement to prevent bad choices, unaware she's recreating her own traumatic past. As neighbors notice the girl's absence,… - Flowers and Trees (1932) · ★ 6.9/10 · Animation, Music, Romance
A jealous stump threatens two trees that are in love by starting a forest fire. When the rain comes and puts out the fire the forest revives and celebrates the wedding. - Mama's Little Murderer (2026) · Thriller, TV Movie
A devoted single mother, Constance, struggles to balance her newfound love with Leo and the obsessive, destructive behavior of her son, Anthony, who will go to extreme…
Frequently asked questions
What are the most popular thriller movies on Disney Plus in the US right now?
As of 9 October 2026, the most popular thriller movies on Disney Plus in the US are Kraven the Hunter (2024, rated 6.4/10), Captain America: Brave New World (2025, rated 6.0/10), Girl in the Basement (2021, rated 7.6/10), The Abyss (1989, rated 7.4/10) and The Haunted Mansion (2003, rated 5.7/10).
How many thriller movies are on Disney Plus in the US?
There are 53 thriller movies on Disney Plus in the US included with a Disney Plus 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.
