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Murder Mystery

2019Movie1 h 38 minPG-13

ComedyMystery
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic385.4Rotten Tomatoes43%47%

A romantic, intriguing comedy movie about mystery and crime.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares, tears or brutality.

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Story

First class problems. Second class detectives.

On a long-awaited trip to Europe, a New York City cop and his hairdresser wife scramble to solve a baffling murder aboard a billionaire's yacht.

Feels like

  • Star-Studded Comedy Mystery
  • Light-Hearted Whodunit
  • Buddy-Cop Dynamic
  • European Vacation Setting
  • Accessible Entertainment
  • Chemistry-Driven Narrative
  • Formulaic but Fun
  • Netflix Blockbuster Style

Cast

24 of 49

Crew

Directed by
Kyle Newacheck
Written by
James Vanderbilt
Produced by
Adam Sandler, James Vanderbilt, Allen Covert
Music by
Rupert Gregson-Williams

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Facts

May 25, 2019 · 1 h 38 min · PG-13

Released
May 25, 2019
Runtime
1 h 38 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Comedy, Mystery, Crime, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$24 million
Available in
131 countries

Tropes

Never One Murder, Hypocrite, Hypocritical Humor +9

  • Never One Murder
  • Hypocrite
  • Hypocritical Humor
  • Vertigo Effect
  • Genre Savvy
  • Asshole Victim
  • Who Murdered the Asshole?
  • Accidental Aiming Skills
  • Thriller on the Express
  • Cold Ham
  • Obfuscating Stupidity
  • Audible Sharpness

12 of 27 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Murder Mystery?"

Questions about Murder Mystery

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Murder Mystery?

Netflix

In the United States, Murder Mystery streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Murder Mystery worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 43%, and Metacritic 38). Audiences rate it higher (54 out of 100) than critics (41).

Is there a sequel to Murder Mystery?

  1. Murder Mystery (2019)
  2. Murder Mystery 2 (2023)

Yes: it's movie 1 of 2 in its series, followed by Murder Mystery 2 (2023).

Is Murder Mystery okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Murder Mystery make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (8 of 10) and slapstick (6 of 10).

Is Murder Mystery good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does Murder Mystery use?

Never One MurderHypocriteHypocritical HumorVertigo EffectGenre SavvyAsshole VictimWho Murdered the Asshole?Accidental Aiming SkillsThriller on the ExpressCold HamObfuscating StupidityAudible Sharpnessand 15 more

TV Tropes lists 27 tropes for it, including Never One Murder, Hypocrite, and Hypocritical Humor.