‘Suspense-filled’ mystery thriller is a must-watch for Agatha Christie fans

Dame Joan Collins stars as a sassy showbiz sleuth in the Agatha Christie-style whodunnit, A Murder Between Friends

gatha Christie fans, listen up! A stylish new whodunnit is coming to screens this summer, and it sounds like a fun watch for mystery drama lovers.

A Murder Between Friends stars Dame Joan Collins as sassy showbiz sleuth Francesca Carlyle, who finds herself embroiled in a whodunnit.

Just like a Christie story, the film focuses on a limited set of suspects in a confined, scenic setting, with plenty of twists to keep audiences guessing. But this time, instead of a talented detective leading the investigation, true-crime TV star Francesca Carlyle takes on sleuthing duties.

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A Murder Between Friends comes to screens this June

Intrigued? Keep reading to find out more…

What is A Murder Between Friends about?

The drama, co-produced by Joan Collins and Percy Gibson, is billed as a “stylish and fun, Agatha Christie-inspired mystery”.

The action takes place at the sprawling estate of a celebrity TV true-crime star, where six old friends have reunited for a country escape. But their getaway soon takes a devastatingly deadly turn.

Dame Joan Collins leads the cast of the murder mystery

The synopsis continues: “After the first night of fun, drinking, dancing and dalliances, one of them is found murdered in the strangest of circumstances. With suspicion mounting and tensions rising, the group must determine who has the means, motive and opportunity to murder.

“Turning to their celebrity hostess for help, they must race against time to uncover the truth, before the killer strikes again.”

Who stars in A Murder Between Friends?

Dame Joan Collins (Dynasty) leads the cast as Francesca Carlyle.

She’s joined by Toby-Alexander Smith (Eastenders), Simon Cotton (The Rise of the Krays, Emmerdale), Nadia Bjorlin (Days of Our Lives) and Jacob Young (The Bold and The Beautiful, All My Children).

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Dame Joan Collins stars as sassy showbiz sleuth Francesca Carlyle

Rounding out the cast are Trent Garrett (Army of Thieves), India Thain (Sharknado 5: Global Swarming), Hana Vagnerová (Borders of Love), Jim Borstelmann (The Producers, Chicago) and internet sensation Espen Hatleskog

How to watch A Murder Between Friends

Audiences don’t have long to wait as the film will be available to watch on UK digital platforms from 15 June 2026. Mark your calendars now!