What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Man Who Died Twice
Richard Osman · Book · 2022
If you loved The Man Who Died Twice, start with The Thursday Murder Club (Chris Columbus, 2025) — a film on the same thread. Below: 1 film, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Man Who Died Twice across media.
What hooked you in The Man Who Died Twice was the delightful intersection of sharp, witty humor and the unexpected thrill of amateur investigations.
Films on the same thread
The Thursday Murder Club
Chris Columbus · Film · 2025
Shares 2 threads with The Man Who Died Twice: Retirement Community, Cozy Mystery.
Since you enjoyed the camaraderie and clever senior sleuthing in The Man Who Died Twice, this adaptation perfectly captures the charm of the original group outsmarting those in charge.
Series on the same thread
A Man on the Inside
Michael Schur · Series · 2024
Shares a thread with The Man Who Died Twice: Second Chance.
If the second-act energy of The Man Who Died Twice resonated with you, this series offers a similarly refreshing take on amateur sleuths finding purpose through undercover investigation work.
Only Murders in the Building
Steve Martin · Series · 2021
Explores: True Crime Obsession, New York City, Intergenerational Friendship.
Much like the chemistry found in The Man Who Died Twice, this show relies on an unlikely group of amateur detectives whose shared obsession leads them into genuine mystery.
Midsomer Murders
Anthony Horowitz · Series · 1997
Shares a thread with The Man Who Died Twice: Cozy Mystery.
If you appreciated the British setting and community secrets in The Man Who Died Twice, these investigative stories offer a familiar mix of rural intrigue and methodical character-driven mystery.
The Night Of
Richard Price · Series · 2016
Explores: Wrongful Accusation, Criminal Justice System, Moral Ambiguity.
While tonally darker than The Man Who Died Twice, this legal thriller explores the same structural fascination with how a single event can unravel the lives of ordinary people.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Rest Is Entertainment
Podcast
Explores: Entertainment Industry, Behind the Scenes, Cultural Trends.
Fans of The Man Who Died Twice will recognize the signature wit and storytelling brilliance of Richard Osman as he provides an entertaining behind-the-scenes look at the media landscape.
Small Town Murder
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
Explores: provincial life, tragic irony, forensic breakdown.
If the comedic lens used to examine crime in The Man Who Died Twice appealed to your sensibilities, this podcast offers a similarly irreverent approach to investigating small-town tragedies.
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Common questions
Is The Man Who Died Twice part of a series?
Yes, The Man Who Died Twice is the second installment in the Thursday Murder Club series written by Richard Osman. The book follows the original group of characters as they continue their investigations in this New York Times bestselling collection.
What is the correct reading order for The Man Who Died Twice?
The Man Who Died Twice is the second book in the series. Readers should begin with the first installment of the Thursday Murder Club before starting this title to follow the ongoing narrative and development of the main characters.
Who are the main characters featured in The Man Who Died Twice?
The Man Who Died Twice features the Thursday Murder Club, which consists of four central characters named Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim. These individuals are the primary focus of the story as they continue their activities in this second series installment.
Did Richard Osman write any other books besides The Man Who Died Twice?
Yes, Richard Osman is the author of other works including We Solve Murders. He is the creator of the Thursday Murder Club series, which includes The Man Who Died Twice, a book that has been recognized by The New York Times Book Review for its writing.