5 Gripping Thriller Series You Can't Miss On Disney+Hotstar

Thriller series on Disney+ Hotstar offers a well-rounded mix of content from both the global and Indian perspectives. Given the plethora of content in this genre available on the platform, selecting a show can be challenging. Therefore, we've curated a selection of the highest-rated shows on the platform to make your decision easier.

‘The Night Manager’

Former soldier Shaan (played by Aditya Roy Kapur), haunted by the ghosts of his past, takes on the role of an undercover night manager to infiltrate the inner circle of the merciless arms dealer Shelly Rungta (portrayed by Anil Kapoor). The tension escalates as Shaan engages in a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game, manoeuvring through perilous alliances and tempting distractions, all in pursuit of justice for a personal tragedy. This narrative draws inspiration from the 2016 British TV series with the same title. The original series, created by David Farr, featured Tom Hiddleston and Hugh Laurie as the lead characters.

‘Aarya’

Aarya (played by Sushmita Sen), initially appearing as an ordinary housewife, is plunged into the shadows of drugs and violence following the demise of her husband, Tej (portrayed by Singh). Confronted with imminent threats to her family's safety, Aarya defies her own nature and metamorphoses into a formidable force, adopting her late husband's illicit drug business. This drastic transformation is fuelled by a fierce maternal instinct, aiming to shield her children and extract vengeance. 'Aarya' draws inspiration from the Dutch crime drama series 'Penoza,' which was broadcast from 2010 to 2017.

‘Criminal Justice’

‘Criminal Justice’ is an Indian crime thriller legal drama web series created for Hotstar Specials. This Hindi-language series is an adaptation of the 2008 British television show of the same name, with the script crafted by Shridhar Raghavan. Directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia and Vishal Furia, the series features a star-studded cast including Pankaj Tripathi, Vikrant Massey, Jackie Shroff, Anupriya Goenka, and Mita Vashisht in pivotal roles. The storyline revolves around individuals navigating the complexities of the criminal justice system, presenting a gripping narrative. The series spans multiple seasons, each focusing on distinct cases.

‘Special Ops’

The series, featuring Kay Kay Menon, Karan Tacker, and Vinay Pathak, centres around Himmat Singh, a seasoned officer of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW). Himmat Singh firmly believes that a single mastermind is orchestrating multiple terrorist attacks. Alongside his team, he embarks on covert operations to unveil the truth behind these incidents.

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‘Prison Break’

This gripping thriller series, spanning five seasons, faced restrictions in 13 prisons across the United States. The prohibition was likely implemented to prevent incarcerated individuals from drawing inspiration for escape. The storyline revolves around Michael Scofield (played by Miller), a brilliant engineer who intentionally lands himself in prison to aid his wrongly accused brother, Lincoln Burrows (played by Purcell), in escaping death row. Michael employs his intricate tattoo and intelligence to craft an elaborate escape plan from the high-security Fox River State Penitentiary, unveiling a conspiracy that surpasses their wildest imaginations.

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