Tamil cinema has proven itself to be one of the most successful film industries in India. Tollywood is also known for creating intriguing thrillers, which have also been well-received by both critics and viewers. Take a look at the list of high-rated Tamil thriller movies that are available to watch on different OTT platforms. 

Ratsasan (2018)

IMDb Rating: 8.3/10

OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar

‘Ratsasan’ revolves around Arun, who has to give up his dream of becoming a filmmaker and becomes a police officer after his death. He later takes up the case of a series of disturbing murders and tries to catch the serial killer behind them. Directed by Ram Kumar, the movie stars Vishnu Vishal, Amala Paul, and Saravanan in the lead roles. 

Anniyan (2005)

IMDb Rating: 8.3/10 

OTT Platform: Zee5

‘Anniyan’ revolves around a common man, who develops split personality disorder after witnessing social apathy and public negligence. The movie features Vikram in the lead role with Sadha, Vivek, Nedumudi Venu, Nassar and Prakash Raj seen in supporting roles.  

Kaithi (2019)

IMDb Rating: 8.4/10 

OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar, Aha

‘Kaithi’ revolves around an ex-convict named Dilli, who goes to meet his daughter after getting free from prison. Things take a turn after Inspector Bejoy plans a raid. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the movie stars Karthi, Narain, Arjun Das, Harish Uthaman, George Maryan, and Dheena in pivotal roles. 

Maharaja (2024)

IMDb Rating: 8.5/10 

OTT Platform: Netflix

‘Maharaja’ revolves around a barber, who goes to the police after a burglary happens at his house. He tells them that his ‘Laxmi’ gets stolen and leaves everyone confused if ‘Laxmi’ is a woman or an object. Directed by Nithilan Swaminathan, the movie stars Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role with Anurag Kashyap,  Mamta Mohandas, Natarajan Subramaniam, Abhirami Gopikumar and Divyabharathi seen in pivotal roles.

Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru (2016)

IMDb Rating: 8.2/10 

OTT Platform: Zee5, Aha, Prime Video

‘Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru’ revolves around Inspector Deepak, who is assigned to solve the murder of a couple. His career is put to an end after he loses his leg during the investigation. Directed by Karthik Naren, the movie also stars Rahman, Prakash Vijayaraghavan, Ashwin Kkumar, Pradeep, Anjana Jayaprakash and Yashika Aannand in the lead roles. 

Por Thozhil (2023)

IMDb Rating: 8/10 

OTT Platform: SonyLiv 

‘Por Thozhil’ revolves around a new cop, who investigates brutal serial killings with a veteran police officer. Directed by Alfred Prakash, the movie stars R. Sarathkumar, Ashok Selvan and Nikhila Vimal in the lead roles.