20 Best Thriller TV Shows on AMC+ 2026
Find gripping AMC+ thrillers, from Sherlock and Luther to Dark Winds, The Terror, and The Walking Dead: Dead City, plus eerie anthology picks.
If you’re searching for the best thriller TV shows on AMC+, this lineup gives you a wide range of tension, mystery, and dark drama to choose from. You’ll find modern detective stories like Sherlock, Luther, The Fall, and The Killing, alongside eerie genre picks such as The Terror, Creepshow, Channel Zero, and The Strain. Fans of post-apocalyptic pressure can head straight to The Walking Dead: Dead City, Fear the Walking Dead, Snowpiercer, or The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live. There’s also darker supernatural and psychological material in Dark Winds, Des, Talamasca: The Secret Order, and YAGA, plus sharper recent entries like The Crow Girl, Kill Jackie, and The Assassin.
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YAGA
drama · fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller · science-fiction
While a private investigator probes the disappearance of the young heir to a powerful fishery, he finds himself at odds with an apprehensive local detective, a charismatic university professor with a taste for younger men, and a labyrinth of enigmatic suspects, secret lives, and ancient magic.
Why watch: If you like mystery with a supernatural edge, YAGA blends investigation, secret lives, and ancient magic. It’s a fit for viewers who want their thriller with drama, fantasy, and horror elements.
Directed by David Frazee, Rachel TalalayCast Carrie-Anne Moss, Noah Reid, Clark Backo, Hudson Williams, Patrick GilmoreAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Terror
adventure · drama · horror · thriller
A chilling anthology series featuring stories of people in terrifying situations inspired by true historical events.
Why watch: If you enjoy historical tension and unsettling anthology storytelling, The Terror is a strong choice. Its premise is built around terrifying situations inspired by true historical events.
Directed by Tim Mielants, Edward Berger, Sergio Mimica-Gezzan, Michael Lehmann, Frederick E.O. ToyeCast Jared Harris, Derek Mio, Tobias Menzies, Kiki Sukezane, Paul ReadyAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Kill Jackie
action & adventure · comedy · crime · drama · mystery & thriller
Jackie Price has been living a wealthy, luxurious life for the past 20 years after escaping a dangerous past as an international cocaine dealer. But just as life begins to feel a little boring, she discovers that The Seven Demons, a group of the world’s most terrifying hitmen, have been hired to kill her.
Why watch: If you want a thriller with crime, comedy, and action mixed together, Kill Jackie may be your match. The setup leans into a dangerous past and a hitman chase, which should appeal to viewers who like high-stakes twists.
Directed by Dawn Shadforth, Damon Thomas, Sophie MullerCast Catherine Zeta-Jones, Sidse Babett Knudsen, Daniel Ings, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Christine AdamsAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Creepshow
fantasy · horror · mystery · thriller
A young boy's horror comic book comes to life in this anthology series of terrifying tales.
Why watch: If anthology horror with a mystery-thriller streak sounds appealing, Creepshow is worth a look. It suits viewers who like shorter, self-contained tales with a comic-book horror frame.
Directed by Greg Nicotero, John Harrison, Joe Lynch, Roxanne Benjamin, David BrucknerCast Carey Jones, Hannah Fierman, Kara Kimmer, David Alexander Kaplan, Fayna SanchezAmazon Prime VideoTubiAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Sherlock
Won 9 Emmys 39 nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
A modern update finds the famous sleuth and his doctor partner solving crime in 21st century London.
Why watch: If you prefer a polished detective series with crime, mystery, and thriller elements, Sherlock is a standout option. It’s a good pick for viewers who like sharp case-solving in a modern setting.
Directed by Paul McGuigan, Jeremy Lovering, Nick Hurran, Coky Giedroyc, Euros LynCast Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Una Stubbs, Rupert Graves, Louise BrealeyHuluAMC+More details on IMDb →
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Dark Winds
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
This psychological thriller follows two Navajo police officers, Leaphorn and Chee, in the 1970s Southwest as their search for clues in a grisly double murder case forces them to challenge their own spiritual beliefs and come to terms with the trauma of their pasts.
Why watch: If you want a psychological thriller rooted in crime and family conflict, Dark Winds is a compelling choice. Its 1970s Southwest setting and spiritual themes may especially interest viewers who like layered investigations.
Directed by Chris Eyre, Michael Nankin, Sanford Bookstaver, Billy Luther, Steven Paul JuddCast Zahn McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon, Jessica Matten, Deanna Allison, A MartinezNetflixAmazon Prime VideoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Ghostwatch
drama · horror · mystery · thriller
For Halloween 1992, the BBC decides to broadcast an investigation into the supernatural, hosted by TV chat-show legend Michael Parkinson. Parky (assisted by Mike Smith, Sarah Greene & Craig Charles) and a camera crew attempt to discover the truth behind the most haunted house in Britain. This ground-breaking live television experiment does not go as planned, however.
Why watch: If you enjoy horror that feels like a broadcast experiment gone wrong, Ghostwatch is a curious pick. Its blend of drama, mystery, and thriller elements makes it appealing to fans of unsettling television concepts.
Directed by Lesley ManningCast Michael Parkinson, Sarah Greene, Mike Smith, Craig Charles, Gillian BevanAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Walking Dead: Dead City
action · adventure · drama · horror · thriller
Maggie and Negan travel to post-apocalyptic Manhattan - long ago cut off from the mainland. The crumbling city is filled with the dead and denizens who have made it a world full of anarchy, danger, beauty, and terror.
Why watch: If you like post-apocalyptic danger and character conflict, The Walking Dead: Dead City fits that lane well. It brings horror and thriller energy to a story set in a broken Manhattan.
Directed by Michael E. Satrazemis, Edward Ornelas, Kevin Dowling, Gandja Monteiro, Loren YaconelliCast Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Lauren Cohan, Logan Kim, Gaius Charles, Zeljko IvanekNetflixAmazon Prime VideoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Channel Zero
drama · fantasy · horror · mystery · thriller
A horror anthology series inspired by “Creepypasta” online tales.
Why watch: If you’re drawn to horror anthologies with internet-age inspiration, Channel Zero should be on your list. Its mystery and fantasy touches make it a good option for viewers who like eerie, self-contained season concepts.
Directed by Craig William Macneill, Steven Piet, E.L. Katz, Arkasha StevensonCast Brandon Scott, Marina Stephenson Kerr, Abigail Pniowsky, Diana Bentley, Keenan LehmannAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Fall
2 BAFTA TV Award nominations
crime · drama · thriller
When the Police Service of Northern Ireland are unable to close a case after 28 days, Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson of the Metropolitan Police Service is called in to review the case. Under her new leadership, the local detectives must track down and stop a serial killer who is terrorising the city of Belfast.
Why watch: If you want a serious crime thriller with a strong investigative core, The Fall is an excellent fit. It’s especially suited to viewers who prefer serial-killer stories with psychological pressure.
Directed by Allan Cubitt, Jakob VerbruggenCast Gillian Anderson, Jamie Dornan, John Lynch, Aisling Franciosi, Niamh McGradyAmazon Prime VideoTubiPeacock PremiumAMC+FreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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Snowpiercer
1 Emmy nomination
action · drama · sci-fi · thriller
More than seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland, the remnants of humanity inhabit a gigantic, perpetually-moving train that circles the globe as class warfare, social injustice and the politics of survival play out.
Why watch: If survival stories set in a confined world appeal to you, Snowpiercer offers action, drama, sci-fi, and thriller elements all at once. It’s a good match for viewers who like social tension alongside suspense.
Directed by Christoph Schrewe, Leslie Hope, James Hawes, Sam Miller, Helen ShaverCast Daveed Diggs, Mickey Sumner, Alison Wright, Iddo Goldberg, Roberto UrbinaAmazon Prime VideoHuluTubiPeacock PremiumAMC+FreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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Fear the Walking Dead
drama · horror · sci-fi · thriller
What did the world look like as it was transforming into the horrifying apocalypse depicted in "The Walking Dead"? This spin-off set in Los Angeles, following new characters as they face the beginning of the end of the world, will answer that question.
Why watch: If you want to see the start of an apocalypse from a new angle, Fear the Walking Dead is a solid pick. Its drama, horror, sci-fi, and thriller mix suits viewers who like gradual collapse and survival conflict.
Directed by Michael E. Satrazemis, Stefan Schwartz, Andrew Bernstein, Heather Cappiello, Adam DavidsonCast Colman Domingo, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Danay Garcia, Rubén Blades, Jenna ElfmanNetflixAmazon Prime VideoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Killing
6 Emmy nominations Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (2011)
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
The Killing is an American crime drama television series based upon the Danish television series Forbrydelsen. Set in Seattle, Washington, the series follows the various murder investigations by homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder.
Why watch: If you enjoy crime drama with mystery and thriller elements, The Killing is a strong choice. It works well for viewers who like homicide investigations with a steady, serious tone.
Directed by Ed Bianchi, Nicole Kassell, Phil Abraham, Daniel Attias, Keith GordonCast Mireille Enos, Joel Kinnaman, Billy Campbell, Liam James, Michelle ForbesHuluTubiAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Talamasca: The Secret Order
drama · fantasy · sci-fi · thriller
Follows a secretive society which tracks supernatural beings like witches, vampires, and werewolves.
Why watch: If supernatural worldbuilding interests you, Talamasca: The Secret Order may be the right fit. Its focus on witches, vampires, and werewolves gives it a clear fantasy-thriller appeal.
Directed by John Lee Hancock, Louise Hooper, Eva SørhaugCast Nicholas Denton, Celine Buckens, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, William Fichtner, Elizabeth McGovernNetflixAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Crow Girl
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
DCI Jeanette Kilburn and eminent psychotherapist Dr. Sophia Craven join forces to hunt the killer of young men. The investigation takes Jeanette and Sophia into a dangerous world of historic abuse and murder.
Why watch: If you like crime stories centered on investigations into abuse and murder, The Crow Girl should suit you. It blends mystery and thriller elements with a serious dramatic setup.
Directed by Charles Martin, Rebecca RycroftCast Eve Myles, Katherine Kelly, Clara Rugaard, Victoria Hamilton, Elliot EdusahAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Strain
drama · fantasy · horror · thriller
A high concept thriller that tells the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, the head of the Center for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called upon to investigate a mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. As the strain spreads, Eph, his team, and an assembly of everyday New Yorkers, wage war for the fate of humanity itself.
Why watch: If you want horror with a sci-fi angle, The Strain combines vampirism, outbreak fears, and thriller pacing. It’s a good pick for viewers who like genre stories with a global stakes feel.
Directed by J. Miles Dale, Kevin Dowling, Deran Sarafian, Phil Abraham, Peter WellerCast Corey Stoll, David Bradley, Kevin Durand, Jonathan Hyde, Richard SammelHuluAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Luther
11 Emmy nominations Outstanding Television Movie (2016)
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
A dark psychological crime drama starring Idris Elba as Luther, a man struggling with his own terrible demons, who might be as dangerous as the depraved murderers he hunts.
Why watch: If you prefer a dark psychological crime drama, Luther is a natural choice. It should appeal to viewers who like investigators with complicated personal baggage.
Directed by Sam Miller, Jamie Payne, Brian Kirk, Stefan Schwartz, Farren BlackburnCast Idris Elba, Dermot Crowley, Michael Smiley, Warren Brown, Ruth WilsonHuluAMC+MaxMore details on IMDb → -
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Des
biography · crime · drama · history · thriller
The story of one of the most infamous cases in UK criminal history, that of serial killer Dennis Nilsen. Told through the prism of three men, the series explores the personal and professional consequences of coming into contact with a man like Nilsen.
Why watch: If true-crime dramatization interests you, Des is a strong fit. Its biography, crime, history, and thriller mix is best for viewers who want a grim, fact-based story.
Directed by Lewis ArnoldCast David Tennant, Daniel Mays, Jason Watkins, Ron Cook, Barry WardAmazon Prime VideoTubiAMC+FreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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The Assassin
drama · thriller
Secluded on a remote Greek island, retired assassin Julie has a somewhat thorny reunion with her estranged son, Edward, visiting from England. Armed with questions around new information on his paternity, Edward battles to find the right time to speak to his frustratingly distant mother. But, when the moment finally presents itself, things take a deadly turn as Julie’s dangerous past catches up with her and they are forced to flee the island and go on the run together.
Why watch: If you like a thriller built around family tension and a dangerous past, The Assassin may be for you. Its remote-island setup and on-the-run premise give it a lean, suspenseful feel.
Directed by Lisa Mulcahy, Daniel Nettheim, Terry McDonough, Sarah O'GormanCast Keeley Hawes, Freddie Highmore, Shalom Brune-Franklin, David Dencik, Gerald KydAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live
drama · horror · thriller
Rick and Michonne are thrown into another world, built on a war against the dead... And ultimately, a war against the living. Can they find each other and who they were in a place and situation unlike any they've ever known before? Are they enemies? Lovers? Victims? Victors? Without each other, are they even alive – or will they find that they, too, are the Walking Dead?
Why watch: If you want a post-apocalyptic story centered on an important reunion, The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live is worth checking out. Its drama, horror, and thriller mix suits viewers who want both danger and emotional stakes.
Directed by Bertie Ellwood, Michael E. Satrazemis, Michael Slovis, Amber TemplemoreCast Andrew Lincoln, Danai Gurira, Pollyanna McIntosh, Terry O'Quinn, Lesley-Ann BrandtAMC+More details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
Whether you want a grounded crime case, a supernatural scare, or a survival story with bigger stakes, this list makes it easier to narrow down what fits your mood. Titles like Sherlock, Luther, Dark Winds, and The Terror show how much range thriller fans can find here. Bookmark this page and come back when you want a new edge-of-your-seat pick, because it’s updated regularly as the lineup changes.
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