Amblin's film adaptation of Richard Osman's novel 'The Thursday Murder Club' is gaining momentum, with renowned filmmaker Chris Columbus set to direct the project. The adaptation, based on the 2020 novel, follows the story of four elderly friends residing in a retirement community who engage in solving cold cases for amusement. When a mysterious death occurs, the group finds themselves entangled in their first real-life crime investigation.
The book's publishing rights were secured in a significant debut novel deal, leading to a competitive auction for the film adaptation. AmblinPartners emerged victorious, acquiring worldwide rights to the project. The upcoming film has attracted attention from top-tier actors, with Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, and Ben Kingsley reportedly in consideration for lead roles.
Amblin has been experiencing success, with its series 'Masters of the Air' achieving record viewership on Apple TV+. The studio's latest acquisition of 'The Thursday Murder Club' film rights further solidifies its position in the industry.
Richard Osman, the author of the novel, hinted at exciting casting news, indicating that the movie's ensemble is exceptional. Osman, known for his work on BBC One's 'Pointless' and other television shows, has expanded the 'Thursday Murder Club' series with multiple sequels, including 'The Man Who Died Twice' and 'The Bullet That Missed.'
The film project initially had Ol Parker attached as the director in 2020 before Chris Columbus took the helm. The development of 'The Thursday Murder Club' movie has generated anticipation among fans of the novel and movie enthusiasts alike.
