Trending Now - Jamie Lee Curtis' 'murder, She Wrote' Film Pushed to 2028

WHO:

Deadline - Jamie Lee Curtis is the lead in the upcoming film "Murder, She Wrote."

Variety - Universal Pictures is the studio producing the film.

WHAT:

Screen Rant - Jamie Lee Curtis’ reboot of "Murder, She Wrote" is described as a 12-part murder mystery series.

Deadline - The release date for "Murder, She Wrote" has been pushed from December 22, 2027, to February 4, 2028.

Variety - The film is a reboot of the classic crime drama television series "Murder, She Wrote."

WHEN:

Deadline - The original release date was set for December 22, 2027.

Deadline - The new release date is February 4, 2028.

WHY:

Deadline - Universal Pictures believes that the new date will be better for the playability of the movie compared to a Christmas release.

Variety - The film will now have distance from three major sequels, including Disney’s "Avengers: Secret Wars."

HOW:

Deadline - The decision to change the release date was made by Universal Pictures to optimize the film's performance at the box office.

(UPDATED April 24, 2026 04:09 UTC)

Jamie Lee Curtis is set to reboot "Murder, She Wrote" in a new 12-part murder mystery series. The project was announced earlier on Friday, generating excitement among fans of the classic show. Curtis, known for her iconic roles in horror and thriller genres, will bring a fresh take to this beloved franchise.

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(UPDATED April 23, 2026 23:18 UTC)

Jamie Lee Curtis will star in the upcoming reboot of the classic crime drama series "Murder, She Wrote," which is being produced by Universal Pictures. The film's release date has been moved from December 22ndnd, 2027, to February 4thth, 2028, as the studio believes this new timing will enhance its box office performance by avoiding competition with major sequels. Universal Pictures made this decision to ensure the film has a better chance at success in a less crowded release window.