Jason Moore to Direct ‘Murder She Wrote’ Film Starring Jamie Lee Curtis
Universal Pictures is moving forward with its highly anticipated reboot of Murder, She Wrote, featuring the acclaimed actress Jamie Lee Curtis in the lead role. The studio has officially announced that Jason Moore, known for his work on the Pitch Perfect films, will direct this new adaptation of the beloved mystery series.
Details About the Film
The upcoming Murder, She Wrote film will revive the character of Jessica Fletcher, a retired schoolteacher turned amateur sleuth. This character was famously portrayed by Angela Lansbury in the original television series, which aired for twelve years from 1984 to 1996 and featured 264 episodes.
Production Team
- Director: Jason Moore
- Star: Jamie Lee Curtis
- Writers: Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo
- Producers: Amy Pascal, Phil Lord, and Chris Miller
Jamie Lee Curtis Takes on an Iconic Role
Jamie Lee Curtis is eager to bring her unique perspective to the character of Jessica Fletcher. In previous interviews, she expressed her intention to avoid imitating Lansbury’s iconic performance, emphasizing her desire to infuse her own curiosity into the role. Curtis has experience in the mystery genre, having starred in Rian Johnson’s Knives Out.
What’s Next for Murder, She Wrote?
While the storyline for the film is still under wraps, the project is expected to benefit from the current resurgence of interest in mystery narratives. With Curtis’s star power and a talented production team, fans can anticipate that the film will arrive sooner rather than later.
As excitement builds around the Murder, She Wrote reboot, rumors of other projects, like a potential Mark Ruffalo-led Columbo film, have also surfaced. The revival of classic mystery series could pave the way for more adaptations and collaborations in the genre.
