What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedMurder Mystery
Kyle Newacheck · Film · 2019
If you loved Murder Mystery, start with Only Murders in the Building (Steve Martin, 2021) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Murder Mystery across media.
If you loved Murder Mystery, you will enjoy these stories that pair high-stakes investigations with sharp comedic sensibilities and amateur sleuthing.
Books on the same thread
Death on the Nile
Agatha Christie · Book · 1992
Explores: Murder Mystery, Jealousy, Betrayal.
Like Murder Mystery, this classic transports you to an elite, isolated travel setting where a relaxing vacation is quickly derailed by the shock of a high-profile crime.
Vintage Murder
Ngaio Marsh · Book · 2012
Explores: locked-room mystery, backstage intrigue, class dynamics.
This mystery offers a sophisticated departure from the antics of Murder Mystery, focusing on the tension of a detective working outside his usual territory amidst complex class dynamics.
Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express
Agatha Christie, Ken Ludwig · Book · 2019
Explores: Isolated setting, Ensemble cast, Moral ambiguity.
Much like the yacht setting in Murder Mystery, this tale traps an ensemble of wealthy suspects in a confined space where everyone has a secret to hide.
The Murder on the Links
Agatha Christie · Book · 1923
Explores: closed circle of suspects, inheritance disputes, eccentric detectives.
If the puzzle-solving in Murder Mystery kept you guessing, you will appreciate this classic whodunit that forces an eccentric detective to navigate a web of hidden motives.
Series on the same thread
Only Murders in the Building
Steve Martin · Series · 2021
Explores: True Crime Obsession, New York City, Intergenerational Friendship.
This series captures the amateur sleuth energy of Murder Mystery by placing ordinary people with a passion for crime into the middle of a real-life investigation.
Midsomer Murders
Anthony Horowitz · Series · 1997
Explores: Small Town Secrets, Investigation, Rural Crime.
While Murder Mystery focuses on a vacationing couple, this series explores how a veteran investigator and his partner diligently uncover the dark secrets lurking in a community.
The Afterparty
Christopher Miller · Series · 2022
Shares a thread with Murder Mystery: Parody.
This show mirrors the comedic tone of Murder Mystery by using unreliable perspectives and genre-bending storytelling to turn a reunion into a hilarious and chaotic crime investigation.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Daniel J. Goor · Series · 2013
Explores: Ensemble Cast, Underdog, Character-Driven.
If you enjoyed the bumbling but lovable investigator dynamic in Murder Mystery, you will find a similar sense of camaraderie and humor among this eclectic group of detectives.
Podcasts on the same thread
Small Town Murder
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
Explores: provincial life, tragic irony, forensic breakdown.
This podcast echoes the comedic spin on crime seen in Murder Mystery, blending in-depth research with a conversational, humorous approach to tragic events in small towns.
My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Exactly Right and iHeartPodcasts · Podcast · 2026
Explores: mental health awareness, female friendship, coping mechanisms.
Much like the lighthearted banter found in Murder Mystery, this podcast relies on the chemistry of its hosts to make discussions of crime both engaging and accessible.
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Common questions
Is Murder Mystery a film about a police officer?
Yes, the plot of Murder Mystery follows a New York City cop and his wife as they go on a trip to Europe. While on vacation, they become involved in solving a murder that takes place on a billionaire's yacht.
Where does the story in Murder Mystery take place?
The events of Murder Mystery occur during a trip to Europe. The central mystery unfolds while the main characters are aboard a billionaire's yacht, where they must work to solve a baffling crime.
What is the premise of Murder Mystery?
Murder Mystery follows a New York City cop and his hairdresser wife who embark on a long-awaited trip to Europe. Their vacation takes an unexpected turn when they are forced to solve a murder that occurs on a billionaire's yacht.
Does Murder Mystery feature a murder investigation?
Yes, the plot of Murder Mystery centers on a couple who must scramble to solve a baffling murder. The investigation takes place while they are traveling in Europe and find themselves on a billionaire's yacht.