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Is ‘The Thursday Murder Club’ on Netflix Based on a Real Story? Here’s What You Need to Know

  • June 3, 2025
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The charm of a quiet retirement village is often associated with peaceful days and calm evenings—it is what one might be fooled with to have us distracted from the thrill lurking beneath the calm of the waters. The Thursday Murder Club

brings to life not a dynamically odd, but an odd in physicality kind of a squad. Imagine a group of spirited pensioners who, instead of settling into the usual retirement routine, band together to solve cold cases. Offering a premise that blends wit, suspense, and unexpected adventure, all set against the backdrop of a seemingly tranquil retirement community.

Art imitates life, rather than art itself, contrary to popular belief. It puts one to thought about the origins, the inspiration behind shoving together a band of the elderly to do…what they are actually better a than most? 

History of The Thursday Murder Club

Markedly an adaptation of the bestselling novel by Richard Osman of the same name, Osman’s inspirations behind the novel, of all that is desired, are not based on a true story

. Instead

, it has been revealed that Osman was inspired to write the book after visiting a real retirement village,

where he observed the lively social dynamics and thought it would be the perfect setting for a murder mystery. The story revolves around four retired friends who meet regularly to solve unsolved crimes, only to find themselves involved in a real murder investigation.

The Netflix adaptation brings this tale to life with a star-studded cast, from Helen Mirren and the James Bond loyal

, Pierce Brosnan, under the direction of Chris Columbus. The appeal of the story stems from the life and energy that Osman had witnessed at the retirement village, where none of the fervor of life had been life just because people had turned into pensioners. Its combination of humor, mystery, and the portrayal of older characters as sharp and resourceful, challenging stereotypes about aging that we so often assume. 

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Youth keep having its moments, viscerally celebrated as the future, the pillars success and whatnot. The elderly is surely being appreciated, but through ‘classics’ through their ‘vintage charm’. Brosnan’s choice of roles, on the other hand, might be a shift from these exoticizations.

The Thursday Murder Club is only for the cool digs

Pierce Brosnan’s legacy as James Bond profoundly influences his role in The Thursday Murder Club

, marking a striking transition from the youthful, suave spy to a markedly elderly character. Known globally for revitalizing the Bond

franchise in the 1990s with a blend of charm and wit, Brosnan brought a sophisticated energy that made Bond relevant again. Now, embracing a role that reflects his own maturity, Brosnan showcases his versatility by portraying a retired figure, highlighting his growth from action hero to seasoned character actor. This shift enriches the film, offering audiences a nostalgic yet fresh perspective on his enduring screen presence.  

The Netflix film adaptation of The Thursday Murder Club

, scheduled for release on August 28, 2025, features a talented ensemble cast portraying the four main characters: an ex-spy, an ex-psychiatrist, an ex-nurse, and an ex-union leader

. The film promises a mix of comedy and crime-solving, staying true to the spirit of the book while bringing fresh energy to the screen. With a screenplay by Katy Brand and Suzanne Heathcote, and direction by Chris Columbus, the movie aims to captivate both fans of the novel and new audiences

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Are you excited for The Thursday Murder Club?

Let us know in the comments below!

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