I just re-watched this Netflix movie, and I enjoyed it as much this time as I did a few years ago when I watched it with my husband. If you’re in the mood for a very cute comedy mystery movie, you ought to give Murder Mystery a try.
Murder Mystery is a 2019 production which stars Adam Sandler 9Nick) and Jennifer Aniston (Audrey). They’re celebrating their 15th anniversary. (Their chemistry together is terrific!) He’s a New York City officer, she’s a mystery book-reading hairdresser.
During their flight, they are invited to join Luke Evans (Charles) on a billionaire’s yacht. The yacht takes the place of an isolated mansion. Yep, you guessed it: a murder takes place. Since this yacht trip was a celebration of sorts, there is a collection of characters — some of them quite eccentric. Isolated location with eccentric characters, plus an unsigned will… and there we have the perfect beginning of a Cozy Mystery!
Lucky for all, Adam Sandler’s (Nick) character is a police officer. Unfortunately, there is a second death. This starts the investigation by Nick and Audrey. Rather than join their planned bus tour, Nick and Audrey are treated (by Charles) to first class accommodations in Monte Carlo at a private, to-notch villa. The scenery is beautiful and opulent. (So this is how the very, very, very rich live!) Apparently the movie was filmed in different absolutely beautiful Italian locations.
As I mentioned above, I really enjoyed this Cozy Mystery movie, and so did my husband. Do not read the Rotten Tomato reviews before you watch it!
Murder Mystery is, as I said, definitely a Cozy Mystery movie. the acting by all the characters is very good, the chemistry between the main stars is terrific, the scenery is gorgeous, the costume department did a great job, and the mystery was both good and included some interesting twists. I am hopeful Murder Mystery 2 is as good (this re-watch was in preparation of watching the sequel, which we haven’t gotten around to yet), and am hoping there will be even more movies in this series.
Georgeann Hendrick says
Thank you for identifiying this movie. It is on my “to watch” list.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Georgeann, you’re welcome – I certainly hope you enjoy it!
Regina Williams says
I love this movie and the second movie also. Both of them are so good and very cozy
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Regina, that’s good to hear – I’m looking forward to seeing the second soon.
Melissa B says
This was a fun movie. I believe they did another sequel together which was also fun.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Melissa, yes, I’m going to be watching that soon – I’m not sure if I’ll write about it or not though.
Penny Kehus says
I remember the movie. It is such fun to watch.
Yes, it will be fun to re-watch.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Penny, I hope you enjoy it again!
Ileana Muñoz Renfroe says
I also enjoyed watching this movie. It’s nice to see when a movie has a continuation. Murder Mystery 2 was just as fun as this movie.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Ileana, I certainly hope so! I’m looking forward to seeing it soon.
Jayne E Guidinger says
I loved this movie. You’re right. Anniston and Sadler had great chemistry. I wonder if Anniston is a mystery fan too? Thanks for this email/blog.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Jayne, that would certainly be interesting to hear! Also, you’re welcome.
Mrs. Ainee C. Beland says
I am not a fan of either; so I will gladly skip this one. Thank you for sharing.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Ainee, that’s fine! I hope you have a good day.
Trish A says
I’m so glad you reminded me of this movie! I enjoyed it the first time and just watched the trailer and laughed out loud. Life’s been pretty rough lately and I am going to watch this again with my husband this weekend. I love Jennifer Anniston and Adam Sandler! There is just nothing like a good cozy murder mystery to lighten my mood! Lol
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Trish, I certainly agree!
Karen Bergmann says
Is it clean movie? Is there bad language in it?
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Karen, this is a tricky question since people have so many different standards to judge that sort of thing. This is the site I check if I have this question myself: https://kids-in-mind.com/m/murder-mystery-parents-guide-movie-review-rating.htm#language
Naturally, it does have some minor spoilers, but few of those are in the area on language.
Karen says
Thank you for the information. I’ll try to watch the movie, then.