Netflix has dropped a new trailer for The Thursday Murder Club, offering a fresh look at Helen Mirren and her fellow sleuths ahead of the film’s global premiere on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Directed by Chris Columbus and adapted from Richard Osman’s international bestseller, the film blends sharp wit with classic mystery, following a group of retirees whose amateur sleuthing turns dangerously real.
What Is The Thursday Murder Club About?
Set in a quiet retirement village, the story follows four unlikely detectives:
- Elizabeth (Helen Mirren)
- Ron (Pierce Brosnan)
- Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley)
- Joyce (Celia Imrie)
What begins as a casual cold case club quickly escalates when a murder occurs on their doorstep. With sharp minds, unexpected skill sets, and a mischievous streak, the group navigates a tangled web of secrets, suspects, and small-town intrigue.
Watch the Trailer
The new footage highlights the group’s quirky camaraderie and unconventional investigative style, teasing new suspects, hidden motives, and blink-and-you’ll-miss-it clues. We also see more of the ensemble cast in action, with Helen Mirren’s Elizabeth leading the charge as the stakes rise in their sleepy English village.
The film is based on Osman’s debut novel, which became an international bestseller and launched a beloved book series. Netflix’s adaptation marks the latest collaboration with Amblin Entertainment, following their ongoing partnership to bring literary hits to the screen.
Starring:
- Helen Mirren as Elizabeth
- Pierce Brosnan as Ron
- Ben Kingsley as Ibrahim
- Celia Imrie as Joyce
- Naomi Ackie, Daniel Mays, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Tom Ellis
- Jonathan Pryce, David Tennant, Paul Freeman, Geoff Bell, Richard E. Grant, Ingrid Oliver
Why This Adaptation Matters
The Thursday Murder Club combines an award-winning ensemble cast with a clever, character-driven mystery. As cozy crime enjoys a surge in popularity, this adaptation is set to appeal to both dedicated mystery fans and casual viewers. The new trailer reinforces the film’s mix of humor, heart, and intrigue, positioning it as a standout whodunit for 2025.
With its balance of humor, heart, and intrigue, the film promises a refreshing twist on the classic detective formula, one where the suspects are shady, the clues are buried, and the sleuths are anything but ordinary.
Movie Details
- Title: The Thursday Murder Club
- Release Date: August 28, 2025
- Based on the Book by: Richard Osman
- Director: Chris Columbus (Harry Potter, Home Alone)
- Screenplay: Katy Brand, Suzanne Heathcote
- Producers: Jennifer Todd, Chris Columbus
- Executive Producers: Jo Burn, Richard Osman, Eleanor Columbus, Holly Bario, Jeb Brody
- Key Cast: Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, Celia Imrie, Naomi Ackie, Daniel Mays, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Tom Ellis, Jonathan Pryce, David Tennant, Paul Freeman, Geoff Bell, Richard E. Grant, Ingrid Oliver
The Poster
