Are you captivated by secret agents, clandestine operations, and plots filled with unexpected turns? The realm of spy thrillers on streaming services is an exciting space, especially with the recent addition of Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar.’ If you’re already hooked on the genre, or looking for your next binge-watch, here are seven exceptional spy thrillers ready for your viewing pleasure.
Set against the tense backdrop of 1961 Berlin, ‘Spy City’ features Dominic Cooper as a British agent whose mission unravels, placing him in grave danger. This series, available on Jio Hotstar, is packed with suspense and unexpected revelations.
For a gripping true-story adaptation, ‘The Spy’ on Netflix is essential viewing. Sasha Baron gives a compelling performance as Eli Cohen, an Israeli spy who went deep undercover in Syria during the 1960s. It’s a powerful look into the world of intelligence.
Netflix also offers ‘Mission Majnu,’ a film inspired by real espionage operations. Sidharth Malhotra plays a RAW agent tasked with a covert mission in Pakistan to prevent a nuclear threat, blending thrilling action with heartfelt moments.
Based on John le Carré’s acclaimed novel, ‘Our Kind of Traitor’ on Prime Video plunges a British couple into the dangerous world of international intrigue. Their encounter with a Russian defector exposes them to the ruthless underbelly of organized crime and political maneuvering.
‘Anek,’ streaming on Netflix, stars Ayushmann Khurrana as an undercover agent navigating the complex socio-political landscape of Northeast India. The film delves into his mission and the prejudices he encounters.
‘Tehran,’ an Emmy-winning series on Apple TV, follows Tamar Rabinyan, an agent on a critical mission in Iran. The series escalates into a desperate fight for survival when the operation goes south.
Concluding our list is ‘Traitor’ on Prime Video, starring Don Cheadle as an operative whose allegiances are constantly in question. This thrilling narrative explores the fine line between patriotism and deception, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.