Jamie Lee Curtis has officially confirmed that she will star in the highly anticipated film adaptation of Murder, She Wrote, the classic mystery series originally headlined by Angela Lansbury. Speaking at the world premiere of Freaky Friday, Curtis revealed the project is moving forward and expressed cautious excitement about taking on the role of Jessica Fletcher, the iconic mystery writer and amateur detective.
Background and Development of the Murder, She Wrote Movie
Deadline first announced in December that Curtis was in talks to play the lead role in the Murder, She Wrote film produced by Universal. The screenplay has been penned by Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo, with Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Amy Pascal serving as producers. This development revives interest in a series that has remained beloved since its original 12-season run on CBS from 1984 to 1996.
Previous attempts to reboot the series have faced setbacks; for example, NBC’s reboot plans in 2013 were shelved by early 2014. Nonetheless, the film adaptation appears poised to succeed where the television revival did not, especially with Curtis confirmed to carry the mantle.
The Legacy of Murder, She Wrote and Its Cultural Impact
The original Murder, She Wrote followed Jessica Fletcher, a mystery novelist who solved murders in her small hometown of Cabot Cove, Maine, as well as in various global settings. Created by Peter S. Fischer, Richard Levinson, and William Link, the show featured notable performances not only from Angela Lansbury but also from actors such as Tom Bosley, William Windom, and Ron Masak.
The series was a major success, attracting roughly 30 million viewers weekly at its peak, according to the L.A. Times. Lansbury’s portrayal earned her twelve Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, although she never won. The show remains a landmark in television crime dramas.
Jamie Lee Curtis Balances Multiple Projects Before Filming Begins
Curtis indicated that while she is eager to begin work on the Murder, She Wrote film, she currently has several other commitments to complete first. Among them is reprising her role as Tess Coleman in the sequel to Freaky Friday, alongside Lindsay Lohan, scheduled for release soon.
Additionally, Curtis will appear in the upcoming dramedy Ella McCay, directed by James L. Brooks. The film also stars Emma Mackey, Woody Harrelson, Kumail Nanjiani, and others. Curtis has three more projects in various stages of development, which means production on the Murder, She Wrote movie may still be a short while away.
Looking Ahead: What This Means for Fans and the Franchise
Jamie Lee Curtis’s involvement in the Murder, She Wrote movie brings new life to a beloved franchise and promises to attract both longtime fans and new audiences. Given the talent assembled behind the scenes and Curtis’s enthusiasm—albeit measured—this adaptation could mark a significant revival of the mystery series. Fans eagerly await details on casting, storyline, and production timelines, with Curtis’s remarks signaling that filming will begin once her current projects are completed.
“We’re a minute away, but yeah, [I’m] very excited. Very excited. But I’m tamping down my enthusiasm until we start shooting. I have a couple of other things to hustle, but then I’ll get to enjoy that work.”
—Jamie Lee Curtis, Actress
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Did Jamie Lee Curtis apologize?
A. Jamie Lee Curtis has apologized for her remarks about Marvel. At San Diego Comic-Con, she made some negative comments about the Marvel Cinematic Universe. When MTV asked her which phase Marvel was in, Curtis immediately and bluntly responded with “Bad.”
Q. Is Jamie Lee Curtis a Nepo baby?
A. She said she’s been acting professionally since she was 19, making her an original Nepo Baby, starting with her big role in 1978’s Halloween.
Q. What kind of addiction did Jamie Lee Curtis have?
A. Curtis admitted she became addicted to opioids in the late 1980s after a doctor prescribed them to her for eye surgery pain. She shared with People in 2018, “I experienced this problem before the opioid crisis became widespread.” Her addiction lasted ten years, during which she secretly resorted to dishonest actions without anyone knowing.
Q. Why is Jamie Lee Curtis sad?
A. Jamie Lee Curtis had to leave her house because of the wildfires happening in Los Angeles. She posted a sad update on social media. Curtis is worried about her community during the ongoing fires in Los Angeles.
