3 new to Netflix thriller movies to stream this week — including a tense watch based on a shocking true story (May 21-27)
Netflix is adding three new thriller movies to its streaming lineup this week. One of the highlights is 'Dead Man's Wire,' a crime thriller based on a true hostage standoff. Additionally, 'Den of Thieves,' featuring Gerard Butler, is also available for viewers seeking action-packed entertainment.
- ▪'Dead Man's Wire' stars Bill Skarsgård and is based on a real-life hostage situation.
- ▪'Den of Thieves' features a cast including Gerard Butler and follows a cops vs. robbers storyline.
- ▪Both films are part of Netflix's new offerings for the week of May 21-27, 2026.
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Entertainment Streaming Netflix 3 new to Netflix thriller movies to stream this week — including a tense watch based on a shocking true story (May 21-27) Opinion By Rory Mellon published 21 May 2026 These thriller movies are streaming on Netflix When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Netflix; Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter I'm always on the hunt for the latest thriller movie arrivals on the world's biggest streamer.
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