Loved 56 Days? These 5 thriller shows should definitely be on your watchlist next

56 Days | Image Via: Amazon MGM Studios
56 Days | Image Via: Amazon MGM Studios

56 Days brought forth an intense story filled with the steady unraveling of the mystery. The storyline keeps the viewers hooked throughout. In this series, two people, Ciara and Oliver, come across one another in a supermarket. This chance encounter marks the start of their relationship. Their feelings grow for each other quickly. However, soon things get complicated as Ciara moves into Oliver’s apartment.

Past secrets begin to unfurl, creating difficulties in each other’s lives. A unique attribute of this series is the aspect of two timelines intertwining. These two timelines eventually join together to unfold the mystery of 56 Days. If you enjoyed watching this series, then here are five other thriller TV shows that can also be added to your watchlist.


These 5 thriller shows should definitely be on your watchlist if you enjoyed 56 Days

1) His & Hers

His & Hers | Image Via: Campout Productions
His & Hers | Image Via: Campout Productions

Just as 56 Days contains a grim and brooding atmosphere that continues through the series as the mystery unfolds, His & Hers also holds similar notes throughout the series. The storyline of this series dives into the lives of a news anchor and a detective tied together through a past relationship. A murder mystery brings the two of them back together.

However, the emotional turmoil remains as each has secrets buried deep in their lives, which threaten to unfold at any moment. The very talented Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal are part of the series. Viewers can tune in to Netflix to dive into this thriller series.


2) Dark Desire

Dark Desire | Image Via: Argos Comunicación
Dark Desire | Image Via: Argos Comunicación

Netflix’s Dark Desire is yet another great addition to the watchlist if you enjoyed the intense moments of 56 Days. This series provides a combination of thrill along with the steady rise in the level of tension as the episodes progress.

This series dives into the story of Alma Solares. Her life takes a turn after she gets entangled in a complex relationship that pushes her marriage into chaos. Maite Perroni, Erik Hayser, Alejandro Speitzer, etc., are part of this series.


3) The Better Sister

The Better Sister | Image Via: Tomorrow Studios
The Better Sister | Image Via: Tomorrow Studios

The Better Sister unfolds a chilling murder mystery, just as in 56 Days, where two sisters, Chloe and Nicky, get entangled after Chloe’s husband is found murdered in their house. The murder investigation soon begins to unfold shocking revelations, which bring a multitude of trouble in Chloe’s life.

Chloe finds out that her husband has given his son’s custody to her sister, Nicky. This series is available for streaming on Prime Video and has only eight episodes. Hence, it can easily be a great addition for a binge-watch session.


4) The Girlfriend

The Girlfriend | Image Via: Amazon MGM Studios
The Girlfriend | Image Via: Amazon MGM Studios

Yet another intense TV show with only six episodes, The Girlfriend dives into the story of Cherry and Daniel as the two of them develop a relationship. However, their relationship begins to face difficulties because of Daniel’s mother, who keeps on interfering in their lives.

Boundaries are disrupted, which makes Cherry angry. Daniel’s mother constantly tried her best to keep her son to herself so that Cherry is not able to get close is quite intense. The Girlfriend can be easily streamed on Prime Video.


5) Obsession

Obsession | Image Via: Gaumont UK
Obsession | Image Via: Gaumont UK

If you enjoyed the steady rise in the level of tension in 56 Days, then this series is just for you. The series dives into the story of a renowned doctor with high skills in his field of work, who finds himself in a difficult position after he meets his son’s girlfriend. As time passes, their feelings for each other grow.

However, complications arise as soon as they have to keep their relationship hidden from others. With only four episodes, this series is based on a novel by Josephine Hart. The series is available for streaming on the global streaming giant, Netflix. Some of the cast members of this series are Richard Armitage, Charlie Murphy, Indira Varma, etc.


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Edited by KOUSHIKI ROY