Movies Like Knives Out: 5 Fun Mystery Films to Watch Next

Did you watch Knives Out and immediately want to solve another mystery? You are not alone. That movie made us all feel like smart detectives. The colorful characters, the grand house, and the funny jokes made it a huge hit. Now you want more of that same fun feeling.

Finding movies like Knives Out is not as hard as it looks. You just need to know which films have the right mix of humor and suspense. I have watched dozens of mystery films to find the ones that capture that exact same magic. If you love breaking down plot twists, you can discover more cinematic secrets on our main film blog where we talk about all kinds of stories.

Before we get into the list, you might also want to read our guide on how cozy mystery movies work to see why we love these puzzles so much. Now, let us look at five excellent movies that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Clue (1985)

This is the granddaddy of the modern comedy mystery. Based on the famous board game, Clue brings six guests to a strange mansion. Soon, the host ends up dead, and everyone is a suspect. It has the same fast pace and goofy energy that made Benoit Blanc's first case so much fun.

What makes Clue so special is the cast. Tim Curry is amazing as the energetic butler who tries to keep everyone organized. If you love wacky humor and physical comedy, you will love how the characters run from room to room trying to avoid the killer. The movie even has multiple endings, which was a very cool trick for its time.

Murder on the Orient Express (2017)

You cannot talk about modern whodunits without mentioning Agatha Christie. This film adaptation is directed by Kenneth Branagh, who also plays the famous detective Hercule Poirot. The setup is perfect. A wealthy man is killed on a snowbound train, and everyone in the carriage has a secret.

The cast is packed with famous stars like Johnny Depp, Daisy Ridley, and Michelle Pfeiffer. It has a slightly more serious tone than Knives Out, but the beautiful visuals and the snowy setting make it a treat to watch. Poirot's giant mustache alone is worth the price of admission.

Game Night (2018)

If you loved the funny parts of Knives Out, you need to watch Game Night. This movie is about a group of friends who meet up for a weekly mystery game night. Things go wrong very quickly when real criminals kidnap one of the players. The friends think it is all part of the game, which leads to hilarious situations.

This film does not take place in a dusty old mansion, but it has the same chaotic energy. Rachel McAdams and Jason Bateman have great chemistry as the main couple. It is a modern, high-energy mystery that will keep you laughing while you try to figure out what is real and what is fake.

Crooked House (2017)

This is another great Agatha Christie adaptation that many people missed. It tells the story of a private detective who is hired to find out who poisoned a wealthy businessman. The catch is that the killer is almost certainly a member of the victim's own strange family, who all live together in a giant estate.

This movie feels very close to Knives Out in terms of family drama. Everyone has a motive, and everyone hates each other. Glenn Close is fantastic as the shotgun-toting aunt. It has a darker ending than you might expect, but the journey to get there is highly entertaining.

Death on the Nile (2022)

This is the sequel to Murder on the Orient Express, and it is just as fun. This time, Hercule Poirot is on a luxury river steamer in Egypt when a wealthy heiress is murdered. Once again, we get a giant cast of suspicious characters who all had a reason to want her dead.

The beautiful Egyptian backdrop adds a lot of style to the movie. It has that classic formula where the detective gathers everyone in a room to reveal the killer. It is a satisfying watch for anyone who loves gorgeous costumes and old-school detective work.

How to Choose Your Next Mystery

So, which of these movies should you watch tonight? If you want pure comedy, go with Clue or Game Night. If you want a classic, stylish detective puzzle, choose one of the Agatha Christie films. No matter which one you pick, you will get that same thrilling feeling of trying to solve the crime before the characters do. Grab some popcorn, turn off your phone, and get ready to play detective.