'Death and Other Details' on Hulu is rollicking mystery at sea (2024)

Hulu's "Death and Other Details" is a new whodunit series, a rollicking mystery at sea with a cruise ship full of suspects.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- "Death and Other Details" is a new whodunit series debuting on Hulu, a rollicking mystery at sea with a cruise ship full of suspects.

In the show, a man is murdered on an ocean liner and the "world's greatest detective," played by Mandy Patinkin, is on the case.

Lauren Patten stars as Anna, one of the wealthy passengers, while Violett Beane plays Imogene, the prime suspect.

"It's like watching an Agatha Christie novel," Beane said. "The show definitely is the hardest I've ever worked before and what's so incredible, and I think everybody was drawn to at the beginning, is in the writing, there's all of these devices."

"We got so lucky with a really great cast and it's a large ensemble to, some of the most fun I had is when we had those big scenes with almost everybody," said Patten.

Patten, who is originally from Downers Grove, is also a Tony winner. She says her fellow Chicagoans should tune in for the intrigue and mystery in each episode.

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'Death and Other Details' on Hulu is rollicking mystery at sea (2024)

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Will there be a season 2 of Death and Other Details? ›

The mystery drama TV series 'Death And Other Details' won't be having a second season as the makers have opted not to renew the murder mystery series for a new season, reportedly. Created by Heidi Cole McAdams and Mike Weiss, it features Mandy Patinkin and Violett Beane.

How many episodes are there to Death and Other Details? ›

There are 10 episodes total in Death and Other Details.

Why can't I find Death and Other Details on Hulu? ›

Hulu has opted not to renew murder mystery series Death and Other Details for a second season. The news is not really surprising; the visually stylish series starring Mandy Patinkin and Violett Beane had a pretty quiet run, not able to break into Nielsen's weekly Top 10 streaming ratings.

Are Death and Other Details similar to Knives Out? ›

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With his quirks, Patinkin's Cotesworth shared some noticeable traits with Craig's Blanc. However, unlike Blanc, Cotesworth had a detective protégé in Violett Beane's Imogene. As such, Death and Other Details includes the classic Holmes/Watson detective pairing that Knives Out has been missing.

Why did Hulu cancel Death and Other Details? ›

Apart from starring the most valuable actors and initially offering mystery entertainment, Death and Other Details had a few issues. Experts opin these lacks have stopped widespread viewership and positive feedback. One of the most significant problems of the show was its pacing, which consisted of 10 episodes.

Who was the body at the end of Death and Other Details? ›

What does Kira want Anna to do? Another major plot twist in the Death and Other Details season 1 finale revolved around Katherine's death in the penultimate episode. Katherine's dead body was discovered floating in the pool, but it wasn't until the end of the finale that it was revealed that Anna had killed her.

Are Death and Other Details complete? ›

Death and Other Details is an American mystery drama television series on Hulu created by Heidi Cole McAdams and Mike Weiss, starring Mandy Patinkin and Violett Beane. The series premiered on January 16, 2024. In March 2024, the series was canceled after one season.

Will Death and Other Details be picked up? ›

The Mandy Patinkin-led detective drama ran for one season on the service.

Will Mandy Patinkin be in season 2 of Death and Other Details? ›

It's one and done for Death and Other Details. Hulu has cancelled the Mandy Patinkin whodunit after a single season, TVLine has learned.

What to watch if you like Death and Other Details? ›

Are Death and Other Details like White Lotus? ›

Hulu's Death and Other Details is a bit more up front with its detective work and murder plot, but the series' witty humor and vibrant scenery gives definite The White Lotus vibes and makes a great stand-in while fans wait for The White Lotus season 3 to drop in 2025.

Who is the villain in Death and Other Details? ›

Hilde Eriksen, as we learn in the two-part season finale, is just one alias for Viktor Sams, the mysterious figure ultimately played by Linda Emond — who's also revealed to be Imogen's long-thought-dead mother Kira.

What does the end of Death and Other Details mean? ›

It turns out, Kira didn't die in that earlier car accident after all. Though the Colliers attempted to kill her, Imogene's mother survived and was forced to abandon her daughter. As part of her revenge, she took on the name of Viktor Sams and orchestrated an elaborate doomsday game to teach these rich people a lesson.

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