The Thursday Murder Club release date, cast, trailer and more as Netflix film gets update

The Thursday Murder Club, a thrilling new film based on Richard Osman's 2020 novel, is set to hit cinemas andNetflixsoon, with the creator himself, who is married to Ingrid Oliver, providing fans with an exciting update.

The film,which features a star-studded cast, follows a group of elderly amateur detectives as they try to crack a murder case.

Filming kicked off in 2024, with none other than Steven Spielberg serving as producer, and Osman has been keeping his followers informed about the latest happenings. Taking to Instagram, he reassured fans that the film would be available both in cinemas and on Netflix, addressing concerns that some might not be able to watch it.

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He announced: "Some very good news for everyone who wanted to see #TheThursdayMurderClub in UK cinemas. Netflix have listened to the clamour, and the film will now have a run in UK cinemas."

Here's everything you need to know about the release date, cast and more.

When is The Thursday Murder Club out?

The Thursday Murder Club is set to premiere in UK cinemas on August 22.

It will then be available for streaming on Netflix from August 28, with a runtime of nearly two hours.

Who are the stars of The Thursday Murder Club?

The main four characters, Elizabeth Best, Ron Ritchie, Ibrahim Arif and Joyce Meadowcroft, will be played by Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley and Celia Imrie.

Osman recently addressed the contentious casting of Ron, telling Empire: "You have to do something unusual and different and interesting.

"Here's the key thing about Pierce Brosnan playing Ron: Pierce Brosnan is who Ron would choose to play Ron."

Doctor Who legend David Tennant has also been signed up as Ian Ventham, alongside Jonathan Pryce who plays Elizabeth's other half Stephen.

Naomi Ackie is set to portray PC Donna De Freitas, whilst Daniel Mays takes on DCI Chris Hudson and Henry Lloyd-Hughes stars as Bogdan.

Additional big names joining the production include Richard E. Grant, Tom Ellis, Geoff Bell, Paul Freeman, Sarah Niles and Ingrid Oliver.

Is there a trailer for The Thursday Murder Club?

Viewers get a sneak peek at Cooper's Chase, the retirement community where the central characters live.

When a killing occurs nearby, Joyce is eager for the group to get involved and crack a fresh case.

Supporters flocked to the comments section to share their enthusiasm, with one posting: "The perfect cast, I am sooooo looking forward to seeing this film, love all the books, get ready to snuggle in and be totally enthralled."

Someone else commented: "Totally didn't expect this book series to be adapted by Netflix, really looking forward to this. I hope it's good. And man this cast is stacked!".

The Thursday Murder Club will hit UK cinemas on August 22. It will subsequently become available to stream on Netflix from August 28.