Celia Imrie, known for her role in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, has been cast in the film adaptation of Richard Osman's bestselling novel, The Thursday Murder Club. The announcement was made by Osman on the latest episode of The Rest Is Entertainment podcast.
Imrie will play Joyce, the final lead role to be cast, joining previously announced stars Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, and Ben Kingsley. The story follows a group of friends in a retirement community who become involved in a murder investigation.
Osman expressed his excitement about Imrie's casting, describing her as "so mischievous." The film will be directed by Chris Columbus, known for Harry Potter and Home Alone, and is set to begin filming this summer in England.
The Thursday Murder Club, published in 2020, is the fastest-selling adult crime debut in history, selling 45,000 copies in its first three days. The book series has sold over 10 million copies globally, with a fifth book planned for next year.
