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The Thursday Murder Club

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Based on Richard Osman's international bestselling novel of the same name, The Thursday Murder Club follows four irrepressible retirees -- Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Pierce Brosnan), Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley) and Joyce (Celia Imrie) -- who spend their time solving cold case murders for fun. When an unexplained death occurs on their own doorstep, their casual sleuthing takes a thrilling turn as they find themselves with a real whodunit on their hands.
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Critics Consensus

Cozy as an undemanding beach reach and just as slight, this starry murder mystery leverages its terrific troupe of actors to nostalgic effect.

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Wendy Ide Observer (UK) Oct 7
There’s plenty of money on screen in the handsome production design, but something meagre and perfunctory about the storytelling. Go to Full Review
Maxwell Rabb Chicago Reader Sep 5
There is some shock value, but the film goes too far in evading the truth; it nearly forgets to establish an emotional tether between the audience and its suspects. Go to Full Review
Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com Sep 5
3/4
Sometimes all you need is a nice, safe, and utterly pleasant piece of cinematic diversion that doesn’t insult your intelligence and is made with sturdy, workmanlike competence. Go to Full Review
James Croot The Post NZ Jan 1
Although the screenwriters try to inject some humour, style and swagger into the story, the presence of veteran Hollywood director Chris Columbus at the helm only confirms a sense of franchise-building, rather than delivering something truly special. Go to Full Review
Mel Campbell ABC Radio (Australia) Oct 15
It was crap! … I love an anti-developer narrative, but it was so insubstantial. … I felt embarrassed for these actors, the way they were capering. There are so many good examples of this kind of thing done so much better; just watch one of them instead. Go to Full Review
Steve Murray ArtsATL Oct 3
The mystery, in the first of what will likely be a series of films, isn’t really that interesting. But it draws in fine stage-and-screen actors like David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, Naomie Ackie and Daniel Mays. Go to Full Review
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Roven B @cinnephile.01 1d this was a really good mystery, love how it all tied together, didn't expect who did it in the end, love! See more Angelo R @RT61287290 4d Following the trend of bringing together an A list actors to solve a mystery it hits target. Enjoyable yet the story isn't quite as engaging as it could be. Definitely could be seeing a series of movies with this brand and I would probably watch them. It is a good way to spend an evening on couch with some popcorn and a glass of your favorite drink and just relax. See more nick S @Nick_S Jun 20 Great casting but average storytelling. Full of improbable turns, plot conveniences and cheesy moments. Also absurdly convoluted. But because the acting was great and the camera work spot on it was still worth watching to the end See more Maguy L. @MagsTheFrog Jun 14 Good adaptation of the book, great cast. I just wished it had been turned in a series instead with each season being one book. See more Nanette Y. @CNBfilm Jun 11 Easy viewing, enjoyable characters. Found the book to be more engaging. See more Tamara P @RT00956892 Jun 6 Here’s a polished review you could post: ★★★★★ I absolutely loved The Thursday Murder Club! The cast did a fantastic job, and all of the actors and actresses brought their characters to life in a way that was both entertaining and heartwarming. The story was engaging, clever, and full of charm, with just the right mix of mystery, humor, and emotion. It kept my interest from beginning to end. Definitely a movie I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a good mystery with wonderful performances. Well done! See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Based on Richard Osman's international bestselling novel of the same name, The Thursday Murder Club follows four irrepressible retirees -- Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Pierce Brosnan), Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley) and Joyce (Celia Imrie) -- who spend their time solving cold case murders for fun. When an unexplained death occurs on their own doorstep, their casual sleuthing takes a thrilling turn as they find themselves with a real whodunit on their hands.
Director
Chris Columbus
Producer
Steven Spielberg, Jennifer Todd
Screenwriter
Katy Brand, Suzanne Heathcote
Distributor
Netflix
Production Co
Netflix, Amblin Entertainment
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Comedy, Mystery & Thriller, Crime
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 28, 2025, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 28, 2025
Runtime
1h 58m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital