Universal Pictures has officially slated its highly anticipated Murder, She Wrote adaptation for a wide theatrical release on December 22, 2027.
Starring Jamie Lee Curtis as the legendary mystery writer Jessica Fletcher, the project features a powerhouse creative team including director Jason Moore and the acclaimed producing duo Lord Miller.
This cinematic reboot aims to revitalize the beloved Emmy-winning franchise for a new generation of audiences. While official plot details for the feature film remain under wraps, the project is expected to draw inspiration from the original 1984–1996 series that became synonymous with Angela Lansbury. The core premise follows Jessica Fletcher, a retired schoolteacher turned successful mystery novelist, who possesses an uncanny ability to solve real-life murders in her quiet hometown of Cabot Cove, Maine, and during her various travels.
Positioning Murder, She Wrote as a major holiday contender, the studio is betting on the enduring popularity of the mystery genre as it prepares to compete against heavy-hitting blockbusters during the 2027 Christmas season.
Source: Deadline
