6 Cyber Crime Movies and Series to Watch on OTT

cyber crime movies and series

If you enjoy stories involving hackers, cyber investigations and criminals operating through the digital world, there are several titles worth checking out. Indian cinema and OTT platforms have explored these themes through stories that combine technology with crime, suspense and drama. From Ananya Panday’s CTRL to the Malayalam thriller Operation Java, here are six movies and series that explore different sides of cybercrime and technology.

1. CTRL

Release: 2024
Genre: Psychological Thriller, Cyber Thriller, Drama
Language: Hindi
OTT: Netflix

A popular content creator turns to an AI application after discovering that her boyfriend has betrayed her. The app helps her erase him from her digital life, but things soon take an unexpected turn. As the technology becomes increasingly involved in her personal life, she starts losing control over her own digital world. The film explores AI, social media, data privacy and the dangers of giving technology too much control.

2. Kee

Release: 2019
Genre: Cyber Thriller, Action, Tech Thriller
Language: Tamil
OTT: Sun NXT, VI Movies & TV, JioHotstar and Amazon MX Player/Prime Video Free with Ads

A talented computer expert finds himself caught in a dangerous battle after crossing paths with a powerful cybercriminal. What begins as a technological conflict soon becomes a serious threat to his personal life and the people around him. The story combines hacking, manipulation and revenge with action and suspense. As the two sides use their technical skills against each other, the protagonist must find a way to stop the growing danger.

3. Chakra

Release: 2021
Genre: Action, Cyber Thriller, Crime
Language: Tamil
OTT: ZEE5

A series of robberies targeting elderly people leads an army officer into a complicated investigation. When his late father’s Ashoka Chakra medal is also stolen, he joins forces with a police officer to uncover the people behind the crimes. The investigation eventually leads towards a skilled hacker and a larger cybercrime network. The movie combines military action, technology, hacking and crime investigation in one fast-paced thriller.

4. Hack: Crimes Online

Release: 2023
Episodes: 10
Genre: Crime, Cyber Thriller, Mystery
Language: Hindi
OTT: Amazon MX Player

A young technology expert becomes involved with a cybercrime investigation team led by a police officer. Together, they work on cases involving criminals who use the internet and technology to carry out their crimes. Each case brings a different digital challenge and requires technical knowledge as well as police investigation. The series explores hacking, online crimes and the growing challenges faced by cybercrime investigators.

5. Operation Java

Release: 2021
Genre: Crime, Thriller, Cybercrime
Language: Malayalam
OTT: ZEE5

Two unemployed engineering graduates struggle to find opportunities despite having strong technical skills. Their lives change when they get an opportunity to assist a police cyber cell with different investigations. The cases involve cybercrime, online fraud, film piracy and other digital crimes. The movie combines realistic police investigation with the struggles of young graduates trying to build a career.

6. Pritam and Pedro

Release: 2026
Episodes: 6
Genre: Cybercrime, Comedy, Crime Thriller
Language: Hindi
OTT: JioHotstar

An old-school police officer and a young hacker are brought together to investigate a serious crime. Their completely different approaches create an unusual combination of traditional police work and modern technology. As their investigation develops, they become involved in a larger cybercrime mystery. The series mixes crime, technology, comedy and investigation while showing how different generations approach solving digital crimes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these all cybercrime movies?

Not exactly. All six titles involve technology, hacking, cybercrime or digital investigation, but they belong to different genres. Some are action thrillers, some are crime dramas and others combine cybercrime with comedy.