Where to start
The Thursday Murder Club
2 versions · originally a book, 2020
Themes: Retirement, Friendship, Unlikely Detectives, Small Town Secrets, Senior Citizens.
The Thursday Murder Club centers on a charming group of retirees who trade quiet village life for high-stakes amateur detective work.
✦ Most fans start here
The Thursday Murder Club (2020)
The original novel
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Richard Osman · Book · 2020
The Thursday Murder Club (2020) is the original novel that establishes the witty prose and character dynamics, offering readers an immersive, detailed look at the protagonists' internal lives and village surroundings.
2025 film
The Thursday Murder Club
Chris Columbus · Film · 2025
The Thursday Murder Club (2025) provides a visual adaptation that captures the comic tone and ensemble chemistry of the senior sleuths, ideal for viewers who prefer a brisk, cinematic mystery experience.
Common questions
Is The Thursday Murder Club book different from the movie?
The Thursday Murder Club book was published in 2020 as the original source material. The Thursday Murder Club movie is a separate adaptation scheduled for release in 2025. Both share the same title and core narrative foundation but exist in different media formats.
Should I read The Thursday Murder Club before watching the movie?
Reading The Thursday Murder Club book before the 2025 movie allows you to experience the original story as written by the author. While the movie adaptation is based on the 2020 text, consuming the book first provides the complete context intended for the series.
What order should I consume The Thursday Murder Club media?
You should start with the 2020 book The Thursday Murder Club to experience the source material. Once you have finished the book, you can proceed to the 2025 movie adaptation, which brings the story to the screen as a cinematic production.
Is The Thursday Murder Club movie based on the 2020 book?
Yes, the 2025 film is an adaptation of The Thursday Murder Club book published in 2020. The movie serves as the screen version of the original literary work, utilizing the same title and story elements established in the initial publication.