The start of a new year means audiences can officially start the countdown to some gripping crime thrillers set for release in 2025. Based on these ten selections alone, There's already a lot of variety in the genre, meaning there's probably something for every type of audience to crave. In the new year, several original stories will be presented to fans of crime thrillers, and some sequels to famous franchises will also be released.
Mission: Impossible and John Wick are two of the biggest franchises with films released this year. Tthe final calculation and Ballerinarespectively, will continue to expand the established, action-packed worlds audiences have grown to love it over the years. Additionally, some lesser-known international films will be released in 2025, opening them up to more audiences, including those in Hong Kong. The promoter and Finland Orenda. The trailers and exclusive images for these upcoming 2025 films look promising and generate excitement, with crime thrillers being one of the many genres audiences can look forward to as the new year begins.
The promoter
January 10, 2025
Launching in Hong Kong in late 2024, Donnie Yen's The promoter will be available to a wide range of audiences in 2025. Directed, produced and led by famous martial artist, The promoter is just one of many upcoming films starring Yen. The film revolves around his character, a prosecutor, who puts his career on the line to help a wrongfully accused defendant and find the real culprit.
The last film Yen starred in was John Wick: Chapter 4 in 2023. In the film, Yen plays Caine, a blind assassin tasked with killing Keanu Reeves' John Wick. Yen's performance received critical praise, as he was a convincing opponent to Wick and showcased his famous martial arts skills. Critical reviews that came from The promoterThe film's initial release praises the film's gripping crime story and stylish fight choreographyleaving audiences even more eager to watch the film in 2025.
Den of Thieves 2: Panther
January 10, 2025
Den of Thieves It didn't impress critics much in 2018, but the film did relatively well with audiences and is seen as one of Gerard Butler's best action films. Now, in just a few days, the sequel, Den of Thieves 2: Pantherwill be released. The film takes place after the events of the first and follows Butler's Big Nick teaming up with O'Shea Jackson Jr.'s Donnie Wilson. to take down a group of criminals from within.
The first Den of Thieves film was largely reminiscent of acclaimed heist films such as Warm upand while it didn't live up to its potential, there's still a lot of anticipation surrounding the 2025 sequel. Once enemies, now partners, it'll be exciting to see what Butler and Jackson's on-screen alliance will play out. Exclusive images and trailer for Den of Thieves 2: Panther looks to be just as action-packed and fun as its predecessor.
Alarm
January 17, 2025
Led by Sylvester Stallone and Scott Eastwood, the crime thriller Alarm tells the story of spies fleeing agencies that hunt them. In the film, Eastwood and Willa Fitzgerald's characters are two former assassins who come across an important flash drive. Possession of the flash drive puts them on the run, and they are accompanied by Stallone's agent character, who wants to help them.
Completing the cast are Isis Valverde, DW Moffett and Luke Cage actor Mike Colter. The trailer for Alarm Features an abundance of explosions and gunfire. Taking into consideration the limited information surrounding the film, Alarm will certainly satisfy fans of the crime, action and thriller genres with its action scenes alone. The non-stop, high-stakes action seems like the perfect setting for the Stallone and Eastwood duo, and audiences don't have to wait much longer to see it.
Black Bag
March 14, 2025
Centering spy films on couples makes for an intriguing concept as the strongest bonds and loyalties are tested for work. Such a concept is the premise of Steven Soderbergh's upcoming thriller, Black Bag. The Woodhouse couple in the film are played by Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. They are supported by a cast made up of actors such as Pierce Brosnan, Regé-Jean Page and Marisa Abela. The film finds Blanchett's Kathryn accused of betraying the nation.
As a result, Fassbender's George is caught in the middle and must determine whether his loyalty lies with his wife or his country. With Soderbergh's previous work and the film's cast in mind, Black Bag it's sure to be nothing short of tense and gritty. The film's expected tone makes it one of this year's most anticipated releases, and it will be released two months after Soderbergh's other 2025 project, the horror film Presence.
A hardworking man
March 28, 2025
Of The beekeeper and Fury director David Ayer lands next thriller A hardworking man. Co-written by Ayer and Sylvester Stallone, the film stars Jason Statham, Michael Peña, David Harbor and Jason Flemyng. Statham and Ayer had previously collaborated on The beekeeperwhich proved to be a hit with audiences and received relatively positive reviews from critics. Quality and success The beekeeper increase the excitement and expectation around A hardworking man.
The 2025 film is based on the novel Levon Commerce by Chuck Dixonan author best known for his contributions to Marvel and DC Comics. The film follows Statham as Levon Cade, a former black ops agent, searching for his boss's daughter. Along the way, Levon uncovers a criminal conspiracy that risks turning his life upside down. A hardworking manThe original release date was at the beginning of the year, but audiences will only have to wait a few more months to see the gripping emotions unfold.
To tear down
April 11, 2025
With numerous TV appearances throughout her career, Meghann Fahy gained more attention for her role in The White Lotus season 2. Now, Fahy is set to lead the thriller To tear down put Happy Death Day director Christopher Landon. Starring alongside Brandon Sklenar the film shows Fahy's character, a widowed mother, terrorized by a series of anonymous messages after her first meeting in years.
The film's premise is familiar, but considering Landon's history as a horror director, To tear downthe thrills will likely be accompanied by an overall mysterious tone, setting it apart from other 2025 crime thrillers. Blumhouse Productions is behind To tear downand they are expected to have a big year. Other 2025 releases from Blumhouse Productions include sequels to M3GAN and The black phonealong with the film Universal Monsters Wolf Man.
The Amateur
April 11, 2025
The Amateur is a thrilling 1980s spy film based on the novel of the same name by Robert Littell. Littell's novel is once again being adapted into a film, this time directed by James Hawes. Best known for his contributions to television, Hawes' work includes episodes of Terrible Penny, Black Mirrorand, more recently, slow horses. Hawes' The Amateur stars Rami Malek as a CIA cryptographer who loses his wife after a terrorist attack.
Malek's Charles Heller goes on a solo mission to track down those responsible for his wife's death after it becomes clear that his bosses will provide him with no help. Malek's role in Mister Robotwhich bears some resemblance to your character in The Amateurand Hawes' involvement in slow horses increase the excitement around the film. Both TV shows have received high levels of praise for their captivating and gritty storytelling, and The Amateur It's expected to take a similar approach to its story.
Orenda
April 17, 2025
From Finnish director Pirjo Honkasalo comes Orenda. The film's upcoming release certainly isn't as recognized as other US releases, but it's still a film worthy of interest. and anticipation. Situated on a remote island, Orenda explores darker themes of guilt as two women's journeys intersect. One woman arrives on the island to bury her late husband, and the other is a priest who left his church after doubts.
The film is expected to have a more emotional narrative with tense emotions This will maintain a strong retention of the audience's attention. Orenda stars Finnish actors Pirkko Saisio and Alma Pöysti in leading roles. The latter actor received a Golden Globe nomination in 2023 for his role in Fallen leaves. The romantic comedy won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival and was positively received by critics.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
May 23, 2025
Despite those involved in the film expressing their desire to continue the series the trailer and the promotion around Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning appear to set up the film as the final installment in the franchise. Starting the franchise in 1996, Tom Cruise returns as IMF agent Ethan Hunt to take down a powerful AI known as the Entity. Joining Cruise in the film are others Mission: Impossible actors such as Ving Rhames, Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg and Vanessa Kirby.
The final reckoningThe trailer is packed with the familiar action sequences and dangerous circumstances that audiences are used to seeing Ethan in. However, with this possibly being the last installment in the franchise, safety and happy endings for beloved characters cannot be guaranteed. The audience was eagerly awaiting the release of the film after Reckoning, part one in 2023 and wait for some events to happen in The final reckoning if it is the end of the franchise.
Ballerina
June 6, 2025
Situated between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and Chapter 4, Ballerina acts as a spin-off of the beloved film series. Ana de Armas stars in the film as Eve Macarro, who trains as an assassin and seeks revenge against those who killed her father. Reprising their roles from previous films in John Wick franchise are Keanu Reeves, Lance Reddick, Ian McShane and Anjelica Huston. Ballerina it was originally scheduled to be released in summer 2024.
However, it was delayed a year and underwent several reshoots. The film's trailer and interviews with the cast suggest a promising extension of the John Wick world. It seems that the celebrated aspects of John Wick the films, like the fight choreography and captivating narratives, will be balanced with an appreciated newness that accompanies Armas' character.