The fifth and final season of Netflix’s You is just around the corner. This story of romance morphing into dangerous obsession has already captivated millions of fans worldwide.
But Joe Goldberg is far from the first character whose feelings spiral into dark consequences. Here are some of the most gripping thrillers about love becoming deadly.
Fatal Attraction
Dan Gallagher (Michael Douglas) has a brief affair with Alex (Glenn Close) while his family is away. For him, it’s a fling, but for her, it’s the beginning of a grand love story. Alex’s obsession soon turns into a threat to Dan’s family, making him deeply regret his impulsive decision.
The Boy Next Door
High school teacher Claire (Jennifer Lopez) is going through a divorce when she accepts the advances of her young neighbor. After spending one night together, she tries to distance herself, but he refuses to let go and begins to torment her, turning her life into a nightmare.
Misery
Annie Wilkes (Kathy Bates) rescues famous writer Paul Sheldon after a car accident. She’s his devoted fan, but her gratitude quickly turns to terror when Paul realizes he has become her prisoner.
Wicker Park
Matthew (Josh Hartnett), a financier, unexpectedly sees his former love Lisa (Diane Kruger), who disappeared two years earlier. Determined to win her back, he doesn’t notice he’s falling into a clever trap.
Before I Go to Sleep
Christine (Nicole Kidman) suffers from amnesia, waking up every morning unable to remember her life. As she tries to recover her memories, she begins to suspect her husband and doctor are hiding a terrible secret.
Swimfan (2002)
College student Madison falls for popular swimmer Ben. When he rejects her, she becomes a dangerous stalker, destroying his life piece by piece.
Boxing Helena
A surgeon named Nick amputates the legs of a woman who rejected him after an accident. His goal is to make her completely dependent on him, despite her internal resistance.
Homecoming
Mike returns to his hometown with his girlfriend, but his ex, Shelby, refuses to accept their breakup. Her jealousy leads to a violent and dangerous revenge.
Each of these films shows how love can transform into a dangerous weapon. If you’re hooked on You, these thrillers are well worth your time.
