Psychological Drama Movies

Psychological Drama movies on 123movies don’t just mess with your head — they camp out in it, unpacking trauma, identity, and everything in between. Best Psychological Drama Movies dive deep into the human condition, with characters unraveling under pressure, grief, or just their own minds. It’s slow-burn tension, raw emotion, and revelations that hit like a sucker punch. Hit play and brace for impact — only on 123movies.

Speak No Evil Speak No Evil 6.8 1h 50min
Speak No Evil
IMDb: 6.8
1h 50min

An American family, having formed a friendship with a delightful British family during their vacation, is invited to enjoy a weekend at the British family’s picturesque country estate. However, what…

Challengers Challengers 7.0 2h 11min
Challengers
IMDb: 7
2h 11min

Tashi, a former tennis player who has transitioned into coaching, has successfully guided her husband, Art, to become a renowned Grand Slam champion. In an effort to break his current…

Oppenheimer Oppenheimer 8.3 3min
Uncut Gems Uncut Gems 7.4 2h 15min
Uncut Gems
IMDb: 7.4
2h 15min

Howard Ratner, a charismatic New York City jeweler always on the lookout for the next big score, makes a series of high-stakes bets that could lead to the windfall of a lifetime.

Joker Joker 8.3 2h 2min
Joker
IMDb: 8.3
2h 2min

In this intense character study, Joaquin Phoenix delivers a haunting performance as Arthur Fleck, a troubled man who embarks on a dark journey in a gritty, crime-ridden Gotham City. Directed…

Manchester by the Sea Manchester by the Sea 7.8 2h 17min
Manchester by the Sea
IMDb: 7.8
2h 17min

In this poignant drama directed by Kenneth Lonergan, the story follows Lee Chandler, played by Casey Affleck, as he returns to his hometown after the sudden death of his brother….

Arrival Arrival 7.9 1h 56min
Arrival
IMDb: 7.9
1h 56min

In this thought-provoking science fiction film, mysterious extraterrestrial spacecraft land at various locations around the world, prompting a global response. Linguist Louise Banks, played by Amy Adams, is recruited by…

Room Room 8.1 1h 58min
Room
IMDb: 8.1
1h 58min

Jack, a five-year-old boy, has spent his entire life confined to a single room, convinced that everything within its walls constitutes the entirety of reality. However, his perspective is challenged…

The Imitation Game The Imitation Game 8.0 1h 54min
The Imitation Game
IMDb: 8
1h 54min

Set during World War II, this film follows the life of mathematician and cryptanalyst Alan Turing, portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch, as he works to crack the German Enigma code. Keira…

Nightcrawler Nightcrawler 7.8 1h 57min
Nightcrawler
IMDb: 7.8
1h 57min

In this gripping thriller, Jake Gyllenhaal delivers a haunting performance as Lou Bloom, a driven and morally ambiguous freelance videographer who prowls the streets of Los Angeles in search of…

Whiplash Whiplash 8.5 1h 46min
Whiplash
IMDb: 8.5
1h 46min

A gripping exploration of ambition and the pursuit of excellence, this film follows the intense relationship between a young jazz drummer, played by Miles Teller, and his demanding music instructor,…

Gone Girl Gone Girl 8.1 2h 29min
Gone Girl
IMDb: 8.1
2h 29min

In this gripping psychological thriller, the disappearance of a woman on her fifth wedding anniversary becomes the center of a media frenzy, with her husband as the prime suspect. The…

Flight Flight 7.3 2h 18min
Flight
IMDb: 7.3
2h 18min

In this gripping drama directed by Robert Zemeckis, Denzel Washington delivers a powerful performance as an airline pilot who miraculously crash-lands a malfunctioning plane, saving nearly all on board. As…

Cloud Atlas Cloud Atlas 7.4 2h 52min
Cloud Atlas
IMDb: 7.4
2h 52min

This ambitious film, directed by Lana Wachowski, Tom Tykwer, and Andy Wachowski, weaves together six interrelated stories spanning different time periods, from the 19th century to a distant post-apocalyptic future….

The Perks of Being a Wallflower The Perks of Being a Wallflower 7.9 1h 43min
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
IMDb: 7.9
1h 43min

In this coming-of-age drama, a socially awkward high school freshman named Charlie navigates the complexities of adolescence with the help of two charismatic seniors, Sam and Patrick. The film explores…

Silver Linings Playbook Silver Linings Playbook 7.7 2h 2min
Silver Linings Playbook
IMDb: 7.7
2h 2min

In this 2012 film directed by David O. Russell, the story follows Pat Solitano, played by Bradley Cooper, as he attempts to rebuild his life after being released from a…

The Hunt The Hunt 8.3 1h 55min
The Hunt
IMDb: 8.3
1h 55min

In a small Danish town, a kindergarten teacher’s life unravels when he becomes the target of a false accusation, leading to a community-wide witch hunt. The film stars Mads Mikkelsen,…

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The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo 7.8 2h 38min
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
IMDb: 7.8
2h 38min

In this gripping thriller directed by David Fincher, journalist Mikael Blomkvist, played by Daniel Craig, teams up with the enigmatic and brilliant hacker Lisbeth Salander, portrayed by Rooney Mara, to…

Black Swan Black Swan 8.0 1h 48min
Black Swan
IMDb: 8
1h 48min

Directed by Darren Aronofsky, this psychological thriller delves into the intense world of professional ballet, following a dedicated dancer’s journey as she strives for perfection in a coveted role. Natalie…

Moon Moon 7.8 1h 37min
Moon
IMDb: 7.8
1h 37min

In this thought-provoking science fiction film, Sam Bell, played by Sam Rockwell, is nearing the end of his three-year stint working alone on a lunar base, where he oversees the…

The Wrestler The Wrestler 7.9 1h 49min
The Wrestler
IMDb: 7.9
1h 49min

In this 2008 drama, Mickey Rourke delivers a powerful performance as Randy “The Ram” Robinson, a once-famous professional wrestler who is now grappling with the challenges of aging and the…

There Will Be Blood There Will Be Blood 8.2 2h 38min
There Will Be Blood
IMDb: 8.2
2h 38min

Set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this film follows the ambitious and ruthless oil prospector Daniel Plainview, portrayed by Daniel Day-Lewis, as he seeks wealth and power…

The Lives of Others The Lives of Others 8.4 2h 17min
The Lives of Others
IMDb: 8.4
2h 17min

Set in 1984 East Berlin, this gripping drama follows a dedicated Stasi officer, Gerd Wiesler, as he becomes entangled in the lives of a playwright and his actress girlfriend. As…

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Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind 8.3 1h 48min
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
IMDb: 8.3
1h 48min

In this thought-provoking film, viewers are taken on a journey through the complexities of memory and love as the protagonist, played by Jim Carrey, undergoes a procedure to erase memories…

A Beautiful Mind A Beautiful Mind 8.2 2h 15min
A Beautiful Mind
IMDb: 8.2
2h 15min

This 2001 film, directed by Ron Howard, follows the life of John Nash, a brilliant but asocial mathematician, portrayed by Russell Crowe. The narrative delves into Nash’s groundbreaking work in…

Mulholland Drive Mulholland Drive 7.9 2h 27min
Mulholland Drive
IMDb: 7.9
2h 27min

Directed by David Lynch, this enigmatic film weaves a complex narrative that blurs the lines between dreams and reality. It follows the story of an amnesiac woman and an aspiring…

Donnie Darko Donnie Darko 8.0 1h 53min
Donnie Darko
IMDb: 8
1h 53min

In this mind-bending psychological thriller, a troubled teenager named Donnie navigates a series of bizarre and unsettling events after narrowly escaping a freak accident. Set in the late 1980s, the…

Requiem for a Dream Requiem for a Dream 8.3 1h 42min
Requiem for a Dream
IMDb: 8.3
1h 42min

Directed by Darren Aronofsky, this intense drama explores the harrowing descent into addiction experienced by four interconnected characters. The film stars Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, and Marlon Wayans,…

American Psycho American Psycho 7.6 1h 42min
American Psycho
IMDb: 7.6
1h 42min

Set in the opulent world of 1980s Manhattan, this film follows Patrick Bateman, a wealthy and successful investment banker who leads a double life as a serial killer. The movie…

Magnolia Magnolia 8.0 3h 8min
Magnolia
IMDb: 8
3h 8min

Set in the San Fernando Valley, this film intricately weaves together the lives of multiple characters, each grappling with their own personal dilemmas and interconnected by a series of coincidences….

Being John Malkovich Being John Malkovich 7.7 1h 53min
Being John Malkovich
IMDb: 7.7
1h 53min

In this surreal and inventive film directed by Spike Jonze, a puppeteer named Craig Schwartz, played by John Cusack, discovers a portal that leads directly into the mind of actor…

Fight Club Fight Club 8.8 2h 19min
Fight Club
IMDb: 8.8
2h 19min

In this 1999 film directed by David Fincher, an unnamed protagonist, played by Edward Norton, navigates a mundane life plagued by insomnia. His world changes dramatically after meeting the enigmatic…

American Beauty American Beauty 8.3 2h 2min
American Beauty
IMDb: 8.3
2h 2min

Directed by Sam Mendes, this film explores the complexities of suburban life through the lens of Lester Burnham, played by Kevin Spacey, who experiences a midlife crisis that leads him…

The Sixth Sense The Sixth Sense 8.2 1h 47min
The Sixth Sense
IMDb: 8.2
1h 47min

In this gripping psychological thriller, a young boy named Cole, played by Haley Joel Osment, is haunted by a mysterious ability to see and communicate with the dead. Bruce Willis…

Eyes Wide Shut Eyes Wide Shut 7.5 2h 39min
Eyes Wide Shut
IMDb: 7.5
2h 39min

In this enigmatic drama, a New York City doctor, played by Tom Cruise, embarks on a surreal, night-long odyssey of sexual and moral discovery after his wife, portrayed by Nicole…

The Truman Show The Truman Show 8.2 1h 43min
The Truman Show
IMDb: 8.2
1h 43min

In this thought-provoking film directed by Peter Weir, Jim Carrey stars as Truman Burbank, an ordinary man who gradually discovers that his entire life is part of a meticulously crafted…

Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas 7.5 1h 58min
Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas
IMDb: 7.5
1h 58min

In this 1998 film directed by Terry Gilliam, viewers are taken on a surreal journey through the desert to Las Vegas, following the eccentric journalist Raoul Duke and his attorney,…

Good Will Hunting Good Will Hunting 8.3 2h 6min
Good Will Hunting
IMDb: 8.3
2h 6min

This 1997 drama, directed by Gus Van Sant, follows the story of a young janitor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology who possesses an extraordinary gift for mathematics. As he…

The Game The Game 7.7 2h 9min
The Game
IMDb: 7.7
2h 9min

Directed by David Fincher, this psychological thriller stars Michael Douglas as Nicholas Van Orton, a wealthy and aloof investment banker whose life takes a dramatic turn when he receives an…

Contact Contact 7.5 2h 30min
Contact
IMDb: 7.5
2h 30min

In this 1997 science fiction film directed by Robert Zemeckis, Dr. Ellie Arroway, played by Jodie Foster, is a dedicated scientist who discovers a signal from an extraterrestrial source. As…

Trainspotting Trainspotting 8.1 1h 33min
Trainspotting
IMDb: 8.1
1h 33min

Directed by Danny Boyle, this 1996 film follows a group of young heroin addicts navigating life in Edinburgh, Scotland. The story centers on Mark Renton, played by Ewan McGregor, as…

The Usual Suspects The Usual Suspects 8.5 1h 46min
The Usual Suspects
IMDb: 8.5
1h 46min

In this intricate crime thriller, a group of criminals is brought together for a seemingly routine heist, but the plot thickens as they become entangled in a web of deception…

The Silence Of The Lambs The Silence Of The Lambs 8.6 1h 58min
The Silence Of The Lambs
IMDb: 8.6
1h 58min

In this gripping psychological thriller, a young FBI trainee, Clarice Starling, is tasked with interviewing the brilliant yet incarcerated Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a former psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer, to…

The Shining The Shining 8.4 2h 26min
The Shining
IMDb: 8.4
2h 26min

In this iconic horror film, a family heads to an isolated hotel for the winter, where an evil presence influences the father into violence, while his psychic son sees horrific…

Apocalypse Now Apocalypse Now 8.4 2h 27min
Apocalypse Now
IMDb: 8.4
2h 27min

At the height of the Vietnam war, Captain Benjamin Willard is sent on a dangerous mission that, officially, ”does not exist, nor will it ever exist.” His goal is to locate – and eliminate – a mysterious Green Beret Colonel named Walter Kurtz, who has been leading his personal army on illegal guerrilla missions into enemy territory.

Taxi Driver Taxi Driver 8.2 1h 54min
Taxi Driver
IMDb: 8.2
1h 54min

A mentally unstable Vietnam War veteran works as a night-time taxi driver in New York City where the perceived decadence and sleaze feeds his urge for violent action, attempting to save a preadolescent prostitute in the process.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest 8.7 2h 13min
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
IMDb: 8.7
2h 13min

In this 1975 classic directed by Miloš Forman, the story unfolds within the confines of a mental institution, where a rebellious inmate, played by Jack Nicholson, challenges the oppressive rules…

Chinatown Chinatown 8.1 2h 10min
Chinatown
IMDb: 8.1
2h 10min

Set in 1930s Los Angeles, this film follows private investigator J.J. Gittes, played by Jack Nicholson, as he becomes embroiled in a complex web of deceit, corruption, and murder while…

12 Angry Men 12 Angry Men 9.0 1h 36min
12 Angry Men
IMDb: 9
1h 36min

In this gripping courtroom drama directed by Sidney Lumet, a jury of twelve men is tasked with determining the fate of a young defendant accused of murder. As the deliberations…

It’s a Wonderful Life It’s a Wonderful Life 8.6 2h 10min
It’s a Wonderful Life
IMDb: 8.6
2h 10min

This classic film, directed by Frank Capra, stars James Stewart as George Bailey, a man who has given up his dreams to help others in his community. On Christmas Eve,…