3 Thrilling Must-Sees to Stream on HBO Max and Peacock This August 2025
In search of suspense, chills, twists, and tension? Watch With Us has got you covered.
We adore thrillers and have curated a selection of two new films along with one timeless classic available for streaming. Whether you’re into high-tech drama, spy antics, or sinister serial killers, these three movies deliver an intense dramatic experience.
Featuring stars like Regé-Jean Page, Brandon Sklenar, and Anthony Hopkins, these films are a must-watch.
You can catch them all on Peacock and HBO Max in August 2025.
‘Drop’ (2025)
This gripping movie features Meghann Fahy as a widowed single mom navigating her first date after the passing of her abusive husband. The challenge of “getting back out there” escalates when she starts receiving anonymous messages demanding she kill her wonderful date, played by 1923’s Brandon Sklenar. This thriller intertwines technology and tension, vividly portraying the fear of allowing someone new into your life. With fantastic action, performances, and unexpected twists, it’s a must-see.
Watch Drop on Peacock.
‘Black Bag’ (2025)
Two married spies contend with a mole in their agency, leading to myriad complications. Starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett, this thriller explores the intricacies of a marriage entangled in deceit. Also featuring Regé-Jean Page in his standout role since Bridgerton, alongside Pierce Brosnan and Naomie Harris, the film’s riveting storyline is underpinned by the subtle chemistry between Blanchett and Fassbender.
The film is sexy, suspenseful, and notably clever, crafted in the signature style of thriller maestro Steven Soderbergh (Contagion, No Sudden Move). Don’t miss it.
Watch Black Bag on Peacock.
‘The Silence of the Lambs’ (1991)
Regarded as one of the finest horror crime thrillers, The Silence of the Lambs features Jodie Foster as young FBI agent Clarice Starling. She leverages her interviews with incarcerated serial killer and genius psychiatrist Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins) to track down the elusive murderer known as Buffalo Bill (Ted Levine).
However, Dr. Lecter seeks to delve into Clarice’s psyche just as she seeks to understand Buffalo Bill, leading to a captivating psychological duel. The Silence of the Lambs stands out as one of the few thrillers to earn the Oscar for Best Picture, marking a rare achievement for the genre. Be sure to catch it—but maybe not right before you sleep.
Watch The Silence of the Lambs on HBO Max.
Although only a few thrillers were released on Netflix in July, two new additions are definitely worth your attention. The standout film is the 2005 thriller Red Eye, starring Rachel McAdams and Cillian Murphy, an underrated gem from the late horror legend Wes Craven. Recently, Netflix has more exciting thrillers to explore.
