Murderville
Murderville
Now Showing

Murderville

"When solving a murder, sometimes you have to improvise."

6.4
Yr 2022
Status Ended
Your Verdict

Rate this show to unlock picks like it. Create a free account.

Series Brief

Overview

Eccentric detective Terry Seattle teams up with clueless celebrity guest stars to investigate a series of murders in this improvisational crime comedy.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 75 /100

Critical reception for Murderville is generally positive, with reviewers praising the show as a fun, inventive, and unpretentious comedy experiment. Critics highlight Will Arnett's committed performance as Detective Terry Seattle and the entertaining dynamic he creates with celebrity guests, who must navigate improvised scenes and solve mysteries without a script. The show is frequently described as a perfect, easy-to-binge escape suitable for viewers looking for lighthearted, low-stakes entertainment.

However, some reviewers felt the series lacked the sharp, chaotic edge of its British predecessor, Murder in Successville. While some found the improvisational elements to be a "joy to watch," others found the experience to be a bit uneven or occasionally cringe-inducing. Ultimately, the consensus is that while the show may not be perfect, it succeeds as a goofy, amusing, and fast-paced procedural parody.

“Murderville has quietly become one of the most inventive comedy experiments on Netflix.”

“Blessed with a likable cast, game guest stars and just-challenging-enough mysteries, the six episodes range from faintly amusing to reasonably diverting.”

“Murderville isn’t afraid to be an imperfect, silly mess, which is why it’s the perfect escape for messy times.”

“The Guardian expressed disappointment, arguing that the US remake fails to capture the chaotic, eccentric quality of the original UK series.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
US • CA • UK
Netflix Standard with Ads
US • CA • UK
Why fans love it

Murderville functions as a high-wire act for its unscripted nature. By forcing celebrity guests to navigate scenes without a defined script, the show highlights the friction between prepared comedic beats and the reality of genuine improvisation. Will Arnett anchors the project with a grounded performance, acting as the straight man while others struggle to keep a straight face during interrogations.

This process turns standard crime procedural tropes into an offbeat experiment. Because the mystery unfolds in real time for those involved, the outcome depends entirely on how well guests handle the unexpected questions and situational absurdity. The resulting tone prioritizes a spontaneous, messy energy over polished storytelling. It is a rare example of a comedy that treats its own lack of preparation as the primary feature rather than a hurdle to overcome.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 43
Regulars 39
Longest run 2 eps
Show 35 more
Sharon Stone as Sharon Stone 1 episode Ken Jeong as Ken Jeong 1 episode Alison Becker as Deb Melton 1 episode DeMorge Brown as Captivating Keith 1 episode Owen Burke as Officer Hughes 2 episodes Brandilyn Cheah as Charlotte 1 episode Steve Zirnkilton as Opening Title Sequence (voice) 2 episodes Mary Hollis Inboden as Kathy 1 episode David Wain as Magic Melvin 1 episode Michael Hogan as Kaiser 1 episode Rob Huebel as Chadd Worthington / Charles Worthington / Chester Worthington 1 episode Ian Gomez as Kevin Rivera 1 episode Erinn Hayes as Lisa Capobianco 1 episode Jay Larson as Brad Torker 1 episode Gabriel Oliva as Random Guest 1 episode John Ennis as Vinnie Palmieri 1 episode Erica Hernandez as Ms. Anya Cortez 1 episode Tom McComas as Alistair Hale 1 episode Nina Pedrad as Nanette Dubois 1 episode Vladimir Perez as Frankie Skids 1 episode John J. Pistone as Mario Gambizi 1 episode Anthony Rutowicz as Henchman 1 episode Josh Banday as Dr. Will Gonzalez 1 episode John Paul Batista as Zumba Instructor 1 episode Samantha Cutaran as Dr. Madison Chen 1 episode Irene White as Dr. Jocelyn Alexander 1 episode Ralph Lammie Jr. as Doctor 1 episode Shay Ali as Bobby Singh 1 episode Phillip Brock as Jerry Humphries 1 episode Peter Giles as Seamus Doyle 1 episode Mitchell Hurwitz as McCarley 1 episode Phil LaMarr as Commissioner Barton 1 episode Jennifer Lorch as Bry Pierce 1 episode Nicole Sullivan as Rebecca Hendricks 1 episode Kerry O'Neill as Stage Manager 1 episode
Signal Match

Similarity

Where Murderville overlaps with other shows, and exactly what they have in common.

Keyword Cloud

Keywords

amateur detective irreverent offbeat
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
February 03, 2022
Status
Ended
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
111