Synonyms of thriller

thriller

noun

ˈthri-lər 

as in suspenser

something (as a close contest) that induces much suspense as to its outcome

those television awards are hardly thrillers since the same people win year after year

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suspenser
• nail-biter
• cliff-hanger
• hair-raiser
• photo finish
• squeaker

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• blowout
• yawner

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of thriller

Johnson’s role in Verity is Lowen Ashleigh, a down-on-her-luck writer who moves into the house of a mysteriously ailing but much more successful novelist, Verity Crawford (Hathaway), to help finish a blockbuster series of thrillers. — Alessandra Codinha, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026

Pitt already has a working relationship with Berger as the two collaborated on The Riders, a psychological thriller from A24 currently in post-production. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026

The actress and model, 25, stars as Susan Reynolds in Ryan Murphy‘s new psychological thriller based on Bret Easton Ellis’ 2023 bestselling novel. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026

She is set to make her film debut in Yann Demange’s upcoming thriller Lineage. — Paul Grein, Billboard, 17 Sep. 2026