A good mystery marathon needs variety. Begin with a satisfying whodunit, keep the momentum with a companion film, then choose a series depending on whether the room wants something playful or emotionally heavier.
Choose this when…
Choose this list when your group likes clues, strong characters, and the pleasure of guessing out loud before the reveal.
The shortlist
- 1
Knives Out RT97%
A modern country-house mystery with a clever setup, sharp comic timing, and plenty of suspects.
- 2
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery RT91%
A brighter, more expansive follow-up that works well once the first film has set the tone for the evening.
- 3
Only Murders in the Building RT95%
A light, charming mystery series with short episodes and a playful true-crime sensibility.
- 4
Broadchurch RT92%
A character-led coastal drama for viewers who prefer a more serious investigation and a slower, emotional build.
Make it easy: start here
Start with Knives Out for the group watch, then pick Only Murders in the Building for a lighter series or Broadchurch for a more dramatic one.