Shutter Island remains one of the classics of mystery thrillers. Directed by the acclaimed director Martin Scorsese, Shutter Island provides an unforgettable experience.

A narrative that encourages a change in perspective, the movie is one of a kind. With the thrill ride that it offers, one is only left to crave more after the film ends.

And if you are one such individual, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will present a list of 15 movies that resemble Shutter Island and take you on a similar thrill ride.

Gone Girl

Gone Girl is the enthralling tale of Nick Dunne who discovers that the entire media focus has shifted on him after his wife mysteriously disappears on the day of their fifth wedding anniversary. Directed by David Fincher, the film stars Ben Affleck as Dunne.

The element of a missing woman surely reminds one of Shutter Island.

Gone Girl was released in 2014 and has a rating of 88% on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie was successful in its theatrical run, collecting a total of $369.3 million.

Split

Split offers a unique and utterly interesting story of a man who suffers from dissociative identity disorder and has 23 alter egos. Released in 2016, the film features James McAvoy in the challenging role.

It is directed by M. Night Shyamalan and is rated 78% on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie collected $278.5 million at the box office.

Split, by all means, offers a never-seen-before experience.

The Game

Directed by once again, David Fincher, The Game showcases Nicholas Van Orton, a merchant banker who receives a voucher for a mysterious game, from his brother. When he makes use of it, he finds himself in trouble.

The film was released back in 1997 and was praised for its intriguing storytelling. The Game is rated 7.7 on IMDb and 78% on Rotten Tomatoes.

The Girl on the Train

Bagging the next spot is a crime drama The Girl on the Train. The plot depicts a divorcee who becomes entangled in the investigation of a missing couple that promises to send shockwaves throughout her life.

Tate Taylor is the director of this revered mystery story. Released in 2016, the film collected $173.2 million at the box office.

The film stars Emily Blunt in the lead.

Black Swan

Released in 2010, Black Swan is a psychological thriller starring Natalie Portman in the lead. Upon its release, the movie was praised for the maddening thrill that it provided and Natalie Portman was awarded the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.

Black Swan is directed by Darren Aronofsky and grossed a total of $329.4 million at the box. IMDb rates the movie at 8 while Rotten Tomatoes approves it with 85%.

A Beautiful Mind

A Beautiful Mind is a biographical film about mathematician John Nash. It was adapted from Sylvia Nasar’s 1998 biography of the same name.

The film delves into the mind of the asocial genius portrayed by Russell Crowe. It is directed by Ron Howard.

A Beautiful Mind won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2001 and had a box office run of $316.8 million.

Inception

Inception is undoubtedly one of the best psychological thrillers ever created. The eulogized director Christopher Nolan does not fail to delight the audience in any way with this masterpiece.

Based on the premise of a dream-sharing technology, Inception is a classic. Rotten Tomatoes rates the film at 87% and IMDb gives it a praiseworthy 8.7.

Inception was released in 2010 and had a laudable theatrical run, collecting $836.8 million.

Secret Window

Next up on the list is the 2004 film Secret Window. The film is a horror thriller conveying the story of a successful writer who after moving to his lakeside cabin, is accused of plagiarism by a psychotic stalker.

The film features Johnny Depp as the protagonist and is directed by David Koepp. The film is rated 6.5 on IMDb.

Changeling

For the next movie, we have a crime and mystery drama, Changeling. Changeling stars acclaimed actress Angelina Jolie in the shoes of the main character. The film is directed by Clint Eastwood.

The movie depicts the story of Christine whose only son goes missing. When the police find a boy fitting her son’s description five months later, she insists that he is not her son.

Jolie was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her portrayal of Christine.

Identity

Identity is the tale of a group of travelers who seek shelter in an isolated motel when a storm breaks out in the Nevada desert. They cross paths with a serial killer awaiting his execution who starts killing them one by one.

Identity is directed by James Mangold and was released in 2003.

The film promises to keep the audience in anticipation and delivers a thrill ride.

Jacob’s Ladder

Jacob’s Ladder revolves around a postal worker who returns home after the Vietnam War. The film showcases his efforts to keep his sanity as he recalls the horrible events of his past- his earlier marriage, the war, and his dead son.

Adrian Lyne directed the movie and it was released in 1990. Jacob’s Ladder is rated at 7.4 on IMDb and 73% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Dark City

Released in 1998, Dark City is a sci-fi entertainer that warps the mind of the viewers. The story follows John Murdoch who wakes up with no memory and comes to know that he is wanted for several murders. As he seeks an explanation, he comes across a group of aliens who are controlling the city.

Dark City is directed by Alex Proyas and collected $272 million in its theatrical run.

Rotten Tomatoes rates the film at 75%.

Open Your Eyes

Open Your Eyes is a crime drama that revolves around the protagonist Cesar. Cesar, a successful young man, is plunged into a psychological mystery when his face is severely disfigured after a car accident.

The film was released in 1997 and is rated a whopping 87% on Rotten Tomatoes.

It is directed by Alejandro Amenábar.

Mulholland Drive

Directed by David Lynch, Mulholland Drive is a mystery thriller. The film features Naomi Watts and Laura Harring in the lead roles. It was released in 2001.

The film is rated 7.9 on IMDb and 85% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Mulholland Drive has been critically acclaimed for its engaging screenplay and gripping narrative. The movie is worth watching if you have enjoyed Shutter Island.

Vertigo

Released all the way back in 1958, Vertigo is an all-time classic in the mystery thriller genre. Directed by the legendary filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock, Vertigo offers an exciting and stirring experience.

The film is rated at an astonishing 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and a reputable 8.3 on IMDb. It stars James Stewart and Kim Novak in the lead.