As we eagerly wait for the next episodes of The Penguin to hit our screens, let’s now look at top Noir TV shows and Movies like the show for an intense viewing experience
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The first episode of DC Series’
The Penguin is out now and has been earning immense praises for it’s raw and brutal portrayal and gripping narrative. Steaming exclusively on JioCinema Premium in India, The Penguin is a sequel to The Batman, there’s no doubt about that, but it’s the furthest thing from a superhero show you could imagine. Episode 1, “After Hours”, contains nary a mention of the caped crusader and is all the better for it. With new episodes dropping every week, viewers can enjoy the show in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.
There are only some genres that can keep you hooked to your seats. Darkness is an unstoppable force that often gives us sinister thoughts where we lose to our imagination. Whether its fatalism, cynicism, or moral ambiguity, this genre has it all. The literal meaning of the word Noir is black in French. As we eagerly wait for the next episodes of The Penguin to hit our screens, let’s now look at top Noir TV shows and Movies like the show for an intense viewing experience.
Shutter Island
Shutter island is a legendary psychological thriller that released in 2010, directed by Martin Scorsese The story follows US Marshall Teddy and his partner, Chuck, who are sent to Ashecliffe Hospital on Shutter Island to investigate the disappearance of a patient from the mental institution. The film culminates into a shocking twist that can force the viewers to question everything they’ve seen. The events happening at the hospital make the detective question his own sanity, his partner or anyone. Shutter island is highly praised for its intense storytelling with gripping twists. Leonardo DiCaprio’s performance has received widespread appreciation from critics and thriller aficionados. Shutter island creates a haunting atmosphere, this paired with its psychological depth makes it one of the best noir films of all time.
Where to watch – JioCinema Premium
Dexter
Dexter is the story of Dexter Morgan, a forensic Blood-spatter analyst for the Miami Metro police. He is a normal person in the morning but a vigilante serial killer by night. Dexter murders murderers who have not been adequately punished by the law. Played by Michael C. Hall, Dexter’s morally complex nature displays a mix of good and evil. The show explores Dexter’s struggle to balance the double life as a loving brother and a police officer with darker compulsions. The show’s tense plotting and its dark complexities make it a fan favourite and a cultural phenomenon. The show delivers a thrilling watch where deep twists and mind shocking scenes are common, the character development with the emotional complexities are enough to keep the viewers glued to their seats. Dexter is one of the most complex thrillers shows in existence and it definitely delivers an intense watch for the ages.
Where to watch – Netflix/ JioCinema Premium
Hannibal
Hannibal is a crime thriller series that centers around the complex relationship between the brilliant Psychiatrist Dr Hannibal Lecter, who is secretly a cannibalistic serial killer and FBI special investigator Will Graham. The story focuses on Will Graham, an FBI profiler with the unique ability to empathize with serial killers and recreate their crimes in his mind. His unusual talent allows him to get into their heads but also takes a heavy toll on his mental health. To cope with this, he begins working with Hannibal who becomes both, his mentor and adversary. Will doesn’t know that Hannibal has an acquired taste for Human meat. The cat-and-mouse dynamic between Will and Hannibal intensifies as the show progresses, showing the lines between hunter and prey. Hannibal stands out as one of the most artistically ambiguous and psychologically complex shows which blends horror, philosophy, character study and creates an endlessly compelling narrative which offers a mind-boggling watch.
Where to watch- Netflix/ Prime Video
The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is the story of Sabrina Spellman, a half witch, half mortal teenager who navigates with the duality of her existence. Sabrina faces the typical teenage challenges like love, friendship, schoolwork, fights however, the other aspect of her life is steeped deep into dark magic and witchcraft. She prepares for her 16th birthday and the dark baptism, which will pledge her allegiance to Satan. This show’s duality lies in tackling a normal teenager’s life, and the satanic complications. It has a blend of horror, feminism and mythology, Sabrina’s journey delivers a strong performance where she tackles real world issues but doesn’t get lost in the process. The supernatural themes in the show and its bold approach to horror makes it a compelling watch, The chilling Adventures of Sabrinas is not your ordinary horror show, it adds much more while maintaining a dark theme.
Where to watch – Netflix
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