Get ready for Netflix’s riveting adaptation of Richard Osman’s best-seller, The Thursday Murder Club. Partnering with Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment, filming starts this summer. Don’t miss out!
“The Thursday Murder Club,” a Netflix Original crime comedy directed by Chris Columbus and adapted from Richard Osman’s hit novel. Backed by Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment, this film promises big thrills and laughs. While Spielberg isn’t an executive producer, the team includes Holly Bario (Ghost in the Shell), Jeb Brody (Source Code), Eleanor Columbus (Harry Potter), and Osman himself. Jennifer Todd (Memento) also joins as a producer, ensuring top-notch entertainment.
EAST HAMPTON, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 09: Chris Columbus graced the 30th annual Hamptons International Film Festival on October 09, 2022. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for Hamptons International Film Festival)
Richard Osman, author of The Thursday Murder Club, couldn’t hide his thrill over its upcoming adaptation.
“I’m so proud of this book, so it is a dream to see The Thursday Murder Club in such incredible hands. From Chris Columbus, to Amblin to Netflix, there are geniuses everywhere I look. And what a cast. I’m pinching myself.”
CHELTENHAM, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 7: Richard Osman, the acclaimed author and beloved TV personality, graced the 2023 Cheltenham Literature Festival. (Photo by David Levenson/Getty Images)
Plot of The Thursday Murder Club
In a quiet retirement village, four elderly friends form The Thursday Murder Club. Their mission? To solve cold cases over tea and biscuits. But when a real murder happens nearby, their sleuthing skills are put to the test in ways they never imagined. With wit, charm, and unexpected twists at every corner, this unlikely team dives headfirst into danger—proving that age is just a number when it comes to cracking the case.
Elizabeth, Joyce, Ibrahim, and Ron—four spirited octogenarians in a serene retirement village—spend Thursdays unraveling cold cases for fun. But when a grisly murder strikes close to home, their amateur sleuthing turns dangerously real.
Curious about the Cast of The Thursday Murder Club?
Helen Mirren stars as Elizabeth in her first Netflix film. Known for her Oscar-winning portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in *The Queen* and Emmy-winning role as DCI Jane Tennison in *Prime Suspect*, Mirren previously voiced Rita St. Swithens in the adult-animated comedy *Human Resources*.
Pierce Brosnan, famed for his suave portrayal of James Bond in four films from 1995 to 2002, now takes on the role of Ron. Recently lighting up screens in Netflix’s comedy *The Out-Laws*, he also charmed audiences in 2020’s *Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga*.
Ben Kingsley dazzles as Ibrahim. An Academy Award winner for his iconic portrayal of Mahatma Gandhi, Kingsley has also earned three more Oscar nods. Marvel fans know him as the unforgettable Trevor Slattery in *Iron Man 3*. Recently, he captivated audiences again in Wes Anderson’s Netflix short film, *The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar*.
On May 21st, 2024, the thrilling news broke: Celia Imrie is joining the cast of The Thursday Murder Club.
LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 15: Celia Imrie dazzled at the BAFTA Gala 2024, hosted by Bulgari at The Peninsula Hotel. (Photo by Stuart Wilson/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)
On June 18th, Netflix announced that David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, Naomi Ackie, Daniel Mays, and Henry Lloyd-Hughes have joined the cast.
What’s the production status of The Thursday Murder Club?
Lights, camera, action! Filming kicks off in late June 2024 and wraps up by mid-September. The UK will be our stunning backdrop for this cinematic journey.
“The Thursday Murder Club,” featuring a star-studded cast and gripping plot, is set to shine as a Netflix Original. Directed by Chris Columbus and backed by Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment, this film promises an irresistible blend of mystery, humor, and charm. Watch as elderly sleuths unravel a real murder in their quaint village, delivering both laughs and thrills. Filming in the UK from June to September 2024, this adaptation of Richard Osman’s beloved novel is poised to be a must-watch for crime comedy fans.
