Murder mystery lovers have much to celebrate because there’s a new small-town sleuthing story coming to Netflix. The adaptation of Holly Jackson’s bestselling novel A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder promises to be a thrilling ride and also features Wednesday star Emma Myers.
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder has all the makings of a Netflix hit. It is a murder mystery adaptation of a beloved ‘book-tok’ hit starring one of the up-and-coming fresh faces on the block. However, it is not a Netflix original per se.
Created by Poppy Cogan and directed by Dolly Wells, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder has been developed by Moonage Pictures for BBC Three. Netflix will be the official streaming partner in the US. The show is primed for a UK release prior to its Netflix arrival.
What is even better is that executive producer Frith Tiplady has assured that the inaugural season one will not end on a cliffhanger. If the show does well, plans are in place to adapt the next two books in the series. However, if there is an untimely cancellation, viewers can expect closure.
If you need more information on the promising new show, read on before marking your calendars for A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.
What is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder about?
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder follows the story of Pip Fitz-Amobi (who will be portrayed by Emma Myers), a bright and determined high school senior.
The aftermath of a tragic murder-suicide in the town of Fairview shakes the small town to its core. The series will focus on the unsolved murder of popular high school senior Andie Bell, who has allegedly been killed by her boyfriend, Sal Singh, who then took his own life. However, Pip is convinced that there’s more to the story and sets on her own investigation, putting herself in danger as she delves deeper into the mystery.
Who is in the cast of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder?
In addition to Emma Myers, the main cast also features Zain Iqbal as Sal’s brother.
Other cast members include Ravi Singh, Anna Maxwell Martin, Gary Beadle, Mathew Baynton, India Lillie Davies, Rahul Pattni, Henry Ashton, Mitu Panicucci, Orla Hill, Ephraim O.P. Sampson, Carla Woodcock, Yasmin Al-Khudhairi, Jessica Webber, Matthew Khan, Georgia Aaron, Oliver Wickham, Adam Astill, Annabel Mullion, Jude Morgan-Collie, Raiko Gohara, Asha Banks, and Yali Topol Margalith.
Is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder based on a book?
The series is based on the bestselling trilogy of novels by British author Holly Jackson. The first book, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, was followed by Good Girl, Bad Blood and As Good As Dead, with a prequel novella titled Kill Joy. Jackson’s novels have captured the imagination of readers worldwide, and there is an existing fan base that is excited about this adaptation.
When is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder being released?
The UK release date for A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is set for July 2024. However, Netflix has announced that it will release the show for streaming in the US later this year following its UK premiere. So, mystery enthusiasts on both sides of the pond won’t have to wait too long to dive in.
Is there a trailer for A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder?
While a full-length trailer isn’t available yet, Holly Jackson shared a small clip of the show on March 23rd, 2024, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come.