Excitement for the star-studded film adaptation of Richard Osman's beloved novel, The Thursday Murder Club, has reached fever pitch with the announcement of a major new cast member.
Ingrid Oliver, renowned for her role as Petronella Osgood in Doctor Who and her comedy partnership with Lorna Watson, has officially joined the ensemble. She enters a lineup that reads like a who's who of British and Hollywood royalty, including Dame Helen Mirren, Sir Pierce Brosnan, Sir Ben Kingsley, and Celia Imrie.
The news was broken by none other than author Richard Osman himself on his popular podcast, The Rest Is Entertainment. Expressing his delight, Osman revealed Oliver will be taking on the role of a police officer in the much-anticipated movie.
Behind the Scenes of a Major Production
Directed and written by the acclaimed Chris Columbus—the visionary behind iconic films like Home Alone and the first two Harry Potter instalments—the project is one of the most talked-about British film productions of the year.
Filming is currently underway across various picturesque locations in the UK, with the charming county of Kent serving as a key backdrop. The story is set in the fictional Cooper's Chase retirement village, where a group of sharp-witted pensioners find themselves unravelling a real-life murder mystery.
A Dream Come True for Cast and Creator
For Oliver, landing a part in this cinematic event is a literal dream fulfilled. She shared her exhilaration on social media, posting a heartfelt message alongside a screenshot of the official announcement: "Well this is a dream job. I’m so excited I could pop. Can’t wait to go to work every day with these legends."
The excitement is equally palpable from Osman, who has been deeply involved in the adaptation process. He has previously gushed about the casting, calling the assembled actors "the greatest British cast since [the iconic British film] The Long Good Friday."
With a perfect blend of top-tier talent, a celebrated director, and a gripping, best-selling source material, The Thursday Murder Club is poised to be a major cinematic event when it eventually launches on Netflix.
