A murder mystery, a comedy, and a story about growing older on your own terms — Thursday Murder Club (2025) is all of these and more. Directed with wit and warmth, this star-studded adaptation of Richard Osman’s bestselling novel turns a sleepy British retirement village into the setting for one of the most charming and twisted whodunits in years.

The Story: When Hobby Meets Homicide

At first glance, Coopers Chase looks like the perfect place to grow old peacefully — quiet gardens, endless tea, and a sense of safety wrapped in routine. But behind those manicured lawns lies a group of retirees who refuse to accept that their best days are behind them.

Every Thursday, Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Jim Broadbent), Joyce (Olivia Colman), and Ibrahim (Bill Nighy) meet in the Jigsaw Room to revisit unsolved crimes — a quirky hobby to keep their minds sharp. That is, until the day a real-life murder lands right at their doorstep.

When a ruthless property developer is found dead under suspicious circumstances, the Thursday Murder Club suddenly finds themselves at the centre of an active police investigation. What begins as amateur sleuthing soon spirals into something far darker — and far more personal — than any of them could have imagined.

The Twist: Trust No One in Coopers Chase

As Elizabeth’s past as a former intelligence officer resurfaces, she begins to suspect that the killer may not be an outsider at all. Secrets begin to leak from every corner of Coopers Chase — hidden affairs, old grudges, and whispered lies from lives lived long before retirement.

What makes Thursday Murder Club so gripping is that everyone has something to hide. Even within the club itself, loyalties begin to blur. Could the killer be closer to their circle than they dare to believe? And what if one of them knows more than they’re letting on?

A Cast That Elevates the Game

Helen Mirren delivers a magnetic performance as Elizabeth — sharp, sly, and emotionally complex, balancing humor with haunting intelligence. Olivia Colman brings warmth and quiet mischief as Joyce, the club’s diarist and the heart of the group. Jim Broadbent’s Ron adds brash charm and humor, while Bill Nighy’s Ibrahim offers a touch of melancholy and methodical calm.

Their chemistry transforms the film from a simple whodunit into a rich, layered exploration of aging, friendship, and the need to still matter — even when the world starts to forget you.

A Murder Mystery With a Big Heart (and a Sharp Tongue)

Directed with a perfect mix of humor and tension, Thursday Murder Club balances British wit with emotional depth. Its tone recalls classics like Knives Out and Only Murders in the Building — but with a uniquely heartfelt edge. The dialogue sparkles with biting humor, the stakes rise with every twist, and by the final act, the audience is left questioning everything they thought they knew about these lovable detectives.

And then comes the final twist — one so unexpected and deeply human that it transforms the entire story from a clever puzzle into something far more profound.

Why You Can’t Miss It

Thursday Murder Club isn’t just a murder mystery — it’s a celebration of resilience, intelligence, and the unbreakable spark of curiosity that keeps life worth living. It’s proof that growing older doesn’t mean fading away; it just means you’ve got more stories — and secrets — than anyone else in the room.

Funny, poignant, and deliciously dark, this is the rare film that will make you laugh, gasp, and maybe even tear up all at once.

Because sometimes, the sharpest minds aren’t found in police precincts or detective agencies…
They’re sitting in a retirement home, sipping tea — and quietly solving the crimes that no one else could.