Is there such a thing as a handbook for solving crime? For high schooler Pip Fitz-Amobi, played by Emma Myers, the answer is a resounding yes. In Netflix’s upcoming series A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, Pip takes on a cold case as part of a class project, rewriting the rules of crime-solving in the process. The series is based on Holly Jackson’s bestselling YA novel, and it’s set to premiere on August 1st.
The Plot Thickens
The official synopsis introduces us to Pip, who is determined to prove that her friend Sal Singh was wrongfully accused of murdering schoolgirl Andie Bell five years ago. Despite the town’s certainty about Sal’s guilt, Pip teams up with Sal’s brother to uncover the truth, risking everything as she delves deeper into the mystery. With Sal deceased, the stakes are higher than ever, and Pip must navigate a dangerous path to clear his name and find the real killer.
Stellar Cast and Crew
Joining Emma Myers are a talented ensemble cast including Zain Iqbal, Anna Maxwell Martin, Gary Beadle, and Mathew Baynton. The series also features India Lillie Davies, Rahul Pattni, Henry Ashton, Mitu Panicucci, Orla Hill, Ephraim O.P. Sampson, Carla Woodcock, Yasmin Al-Khudhairi, Jessica Webber, Matthew Khan, Georgia Aaron, Oliver Wickham, Adam Astill, Annabel Mullion, Jude Morgan-Collie, Raiko Gohara, Asha Banks, and Yali Topol Margalith.
Directed by Dolly Wells, the series is penned by a skilled team of writers including Poppy Cogan, Zia Ahmed, Ajoke Ibironke, and Ruby Thomas. The production is a collaboration between Moonage Pictures, BBC Studios, ZDFneo, and Netflix, ensuring high-quality storytelling and production values.
A Must-Watch Mystery
Produced by Florence Walker, with executive producers Matthew Read, Matthew Bouch, and Frith Tiplady for Moonage Pictures, Lucy Richer and Danielle Scott-Haughton for the BBC, Jonas Melcher for ZDFneo, and Dolly Wells, author Holly Jackson, and writer Poppy Cogan, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder promises to be a captivating addition to Netflix’s lineup.
Mark your calendars for August 1st, and get ready to immerse yourself in a gripping tale of mystery and determination. With its intriguing plot and strong cast, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is set to be a standout series that you won’t want to miss.
