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It’s a busy week of new thriller movies on Netflix. There’s a new original crime mystery flick, headlined by Robert De Niro, and the streaming service’s September 2026 slate begins, which brings with it some fresh library options that any self-respecting thriller fan won’t want to miss.Of course, it’s the debut of “The Whisper Man,” which will grab most headlines (and probably a Netflix No. 1); this adaptation of Alex North’s best-selling novel is sure to catch the eye of many Netflix subscribers this week. The strong cast list alone will likely convince many to give it a shot.If you want to add some thrills and twists to your Netflix watchlist, here are three thrillers to consider. Give these a watch if you want to add a dose of excitement to your streaming.3 new to Netflix thrillers to watch this week‘The Whisper Man’ (2026)
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Netflix’s latest original crime thriller is an adaptation of Alex North’s novel of the same name and surely has a No. 1 in its future. The jury is still out on its actual quality, but on paper, it appears to have an awful lot going for it. The plot sounds gripping and ripe for some shocking twists, and the cast list is particularly strong. “The Whisper Man” stars Robert De Niro, Michelle Monaghan, Adam Scott and Michael Keaton. That’s plenty of star power!Tom Kennedy (Scott) is a widowed crime writer who finds himself trapped in a nightmare ripped straight from the pages of one of his novels when his young son is abducted. Desperate for help, he turns to his estranged father (De Niro), a retired police detective. The case becomes even more twisted when Tom unearths a connection to a decade-old serial killer, known as the Whisper Man. It’s a race against time to find his son before it’s too late.Watch "The Whisper Man" on Netflix starting August 28‘Greta’ (2018)
