Professional writer and amateur sleuth Jessica Fletcher uses her intellect, charm, and persistence to get to the bottom of every crime she encounters.
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Murder, She Wrote Ratings & Reviews
- flavo433d agoMurder, She Wrote was a household staple when I was growing up—my mother’s favourite show and, eventually, one of mine too. I’m pretty sure I’ve seen every episode. Each week brought a new mystery with a clever twist, and even if the formula became familiar, it was always great fun to watch Jessica Fletcher piece everything together. Looking back, Cabot Cove was hilariously dangerous—statistically the murder capital of the world—but that only added to the show’s charm. Angela Lansbury was perfect casting. She brought warmth, intelligence, and grace to Jessica, creating one of television’s most beloved amateur sleuths. Her performance anchored the series through 12 seasons and several TV movies, meaning she played the character for nearly 20 years—an extraordinary run in television. Murder, She Wrote wasn’t just a cozy mystery show; it became an institution, a comforting weekly puzzle, and a reminder that sharp minds and kindness can solve even the darkest problems.
- RichardOctober 18, 2025Saw this one on TV in the late '80s or early '90s. Angela Lansbury as Jessica Fletcher, mystery writer turned amateur sleuth, solving murders in Cabot Cove and beyond. It was cozy, clever and strangely addictive. No gore, no grit, just polite interrogations, suspicious glances and Jessica outsmarting everyone with charm and logic. As a teen, it felt grown-up but safe. The guest stars were endless, the plots were formulaic but satisfying and the theme music was pure comfort. It was like a warm cup of tea with a body in the pantry.
