Spooky season is right around the corner and a murder mystery is just what you need! Watch KAMU for an all-new drama this Sunday as “Moonflower Murders” premieres at 8 p.m.
What to Expect:
The six-part series based on Anthony Horowitz’s mystery novel picks up on Susan Ryeland’s life after “Magpie Murders,” which aired on KAMU in fall 2022. After cracking the case of ‘the missing chapter,’ Susan has moved to Crete to live and run a hotel with her longtime boyfriend, Andreas. However, her peace is disturbed when an unsolved murder resurfaces and those close to her seem to be involved.
About the Author:
Anthony Horowitz is a renowned author based in the U.K. Aside from writing over 50 books across a multitude of genres, Horowitz has also written TV series, films and plays. He is widely known for his popular series “Alex Rider” alongside other mystery and suspense novels. His award-winning novel, “Magpie Murders,” was released in 2016 and adapted as a PBS TV series in 2022. After receiving an incredible response to the six-part series, Horowitz decided to partner with “MASTERPIECE” once again to work on bringing his follow-up novel, “Moonflower Murders,” to life.
How to Watch:
“Moonflower Murders” is set to premiere on KAMU on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 8 p.m. New episodes will continue to air every Sunday at 8 p.m. and each episode will be available to stream for free for two weeks after its premiere.
Can’t wait? Passport members can binge all six episodes of “Moonflower Murders” starting Sept. 15 on KAMU Passport.
Magpie Murders Recap:
Get to know the background of “Moonflower Murders” with its prequel! “Magpie Murders” is a classic whodunit, but with a twist! The story within a story follows editor Susan Ryeland as she uncovers the truth behind author Alan Conway’s mysterious death.
Watch the prequel now on Passport, or catch up with these summaries:
Ep 1: Editor Susan Ryeland is on a quest to find the missing chapter of her mystery author’s latest manuscript. When she learns he’s dead, her search for the last chapter turns into a murder mystery.
Ep 2: The author’s self-inflicted death seems to have been staged. During her search for the original manuscript, Susan wonders if the missing chapter holds the answer as to who killed author Alan Conway.
Ep 3: As Susan begins to decipher clues in the case, problems in her personal life begin to arise. With every lead she finds comes a new, unexpected turn making the murderer much harder to find.
Ep 4: The plot of Alan Conway’s unfinished novel starts to manifest itself in Susan’s life as she and the main character of the novel both attend funerals in hopes of finding a lead.
Ep 5: As the case of the author’s mysterious death begins to unravel, Susan finds out her sister and boyfriend may have been involved somehow. The novel and Susan’s life continue to intertwine as real and fictional suspects are narrowed down.
Ep 6: As Susan continues to find clues, new information comes to light leading her right to the culprit. Susan has finally cracked the case, and the novel is finished, bringing this chapter to an end.
