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The 50 Best Thrillers of the 21st Century, According to the New York Times

The New York Times has sparked a wave of interest in the thriller genre by naming the 50 best of the 21st century.

By · Published August 8, 2026 at 18:06 UTC · Updated August 10, 2026 at 22:27 UTC

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The list, which includes works from various authors, has generated significant attention. The New York Times also published a printable version of the list and solicited opinions from notable authors such as Freida McFadden and John Grisham.

The list has been widely discussed, with several outlets noting that 'Gone Girl' was named the best thriller of the 21st century. The New York Times' list has sparked conversations about the thriller genre, with some outlets ranking their own top thrillers from the 21st century.

The New York Times' list has also drawn attention to Greek-Cypriot author Alex Michaelides, whose novel was included in the top 50. The list has been shared widely, with outlets like Book Riot and Collider discussing the rankings and the thrillers included.

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What is the New York Times' list of the 50 best thrillers of the 21st century?

The New York Times published a list of the 50 best thrillers of the 21st century on August 5, 2026. The list includes works from various authors and has generated significant attention.

Which thriller was named the best of the 21st century by the New York Times?

The New York Times named 'Gone Girl' the best thriller of the 21st century.

Who are some of the authors whose opinions were solicited by the New York Times?

The New York Times solicited opinions from notable authors such as Freida McFadden and John Grisham.

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