The five best detective films: a selection for family viewing
SSPDaily has compiled a selection of the best detective movies released between 2018 and 2021. These films offer captivating plots, intriguing mysteries, and memorable characters to keep viewers entertained and in suspense.
"Enola Holmes"
IMDB rating: 6.6/10
Genre: Adventure, crime, drama
Country: USA, UK
Duration: 2 hours 3 minutes
Year: 2020
Executive producer: Mary Peter
The film's protagonist, played by Millie Bobby Brown, unravels the mystery of her mother's disappearance. Enola, the younger sister of Sherlock Holmes, encounters a young fugitive lord and embarks on a quest to find her brothers Sherlock and Mycroft. Her journey leads her to uncover a conspiracy that could alter the course of history.
"The Room of Wishes"
IMDB rating: 6.0/10
Genre: Drama, mystery, thriller
Country: France, Luxembourg, Belgium
Duration: 1 hour 39 minutes
Year: 2019
Main producers: Frederic Sablon, Artemio Benchi
The story revolves around Kate and Matt, a couple who move into their dream house and discover sinister secrets. When they find a secret room that grants unlimited wishes, their lives take a dark turn.
"Guilty"
IMDB rating: 6.9/10
Genre: Crime, drama, thriller
Country: Denmark
Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
Year: 2018
Executive producer: Gustav Møller
The plot centers on Asger Holm, a police officer temporarily assigned to an emergency call center. Deeply involved in the pursuit of a kidnapped woman, he tries to rescue her within a time crunch. Through phone calls, the protagonist learns the truth about the kidnapping, relying on his intuition.
"Bad Times at the El Royale"
IMDB rating: 7.1/10
Genre: Crime, drama, mystery
Country: USA
Duration: 2 hours 21 minutes
Year: 2018
Main producers: Drew Goddard and Jeremy Latcham
The film unfolds in a dilapidated hotel on the California-Nevada border in 1968. Characters with dark secrets gather at the hotel, revealing a story of deception and desperation. The non-linear narrative gradually unveils the true motives of each character, leading to a thrilling conclusion.
"Knives to the Head"
IMDB rating: 7.9/10
Genre: Mystery, crime, drama
Country: USA
Duration: 2 hours 11 minutes
Year: 2019
Executive producer: Rian Johnson
The plot revolves around the mysterious death of the renowned crime novelist Harlan Trombey on his 85th birthday. Detective Benoit Blanc, portrayed by Daniel Craig, investigates the case. Members of Harlan's dysfunctional family become murder suspects, and as secrets and motives are revealed, the story takes unexpected twists.