Holy Spider (2022)

Name: Holy Spider
Released: 2022

A journalist descends into the dark underbelly of the Iranian holy city of Mashhad as she investigates the serial killings of sex workers by the so called "Spider Killer", who believes he is cleansing the streets of sinners.

Genres: Thriller, Drama, Crime

What to watch after Holy Spider

Tehran Taboo (2017) — Same feel: dark, realistic
No Mercy (2010)
The Apprentice (2024) — Ali Abbasi directed both
Burning Days (2022)
Border (2018) — Ali Abbasi directed both
The Salesman (2016) — Same subject: iran