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Movie Theater contents laid out – posters, police documents, photographs and scene evidence to inspect.

Murder at the Movie Theater

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.82/5 · 1046 verified reviews
£19.99 Free UK Delivery
  • A full 2 hrs investigation in a box
  • 27 pieces of physical evidence: police reports, photos, autopsy files
  • Bespoke online portal: search inboxes, phone records & more
  • 1-10 players, ages 14+: solo, date night, or full game night
  • Never get stuck: free hints with progressively more obvious nudges
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Difficulty
3/5
Play Time
2 hrs
Players
1-10
Evidence
27 pcs
Case Brief · Confidential

The Case Went Cold. You're Reopening It.

BEST COLD CASE FILE GAME AVAILABLE - Murder at the Movie Theater - Play detective to crack this gripping murder mystery game, and bring the criminal to justice - A murder has been committed in a small port town on Fidalgo Island in America’s Pacific Northwest. Movie Theater owner - Chris Hodgson - was found dead in his office with multiple lacerations to the chest... 27 PIECES OF PHYSICAL EVIDENCE - Inside the cas...
Unsolved · Until Now
Murder at the Movie Theater evidence spread
Evidence Inventory

Inside the Evidence Envelope

Police & Autopsy Reports

Official case documents, forensics and post-mortem findings. Every detail matters, and every detail could mislead.

Witness Statements & Suspect Profiles

Interrogation transcripts, alibis and motives. Someone in this file is lying to you.

Physical Clues & Photographs

Crime scene photos, handwritten notes, receipts, maps: 27 tangible pieces of evidence to cross-examine.

Online Evidence Portal

Log in to bespoke websites: search a police inbox, read phone records, dig through what the file doesn't show.

Hint System

Free hints for every case, giving progressively more obvious nudges from gentle prod to major lead. No spoilers until you ask.

The Solution

Submit your accusation online and get the full story. Did you catch the killer, or did they walk?

The Process

Solve It in Three Steps

01

Open the file

Break the evidence seal. Lay out the reports, photos and statements. The investigation starts the moment you open it.

02

Follow the evidence

Cross-reference clues, check alibis against phone records, and dig deeper through the online portal.

03

Name the killer

Make your accusation and submit it online. We'll tell you if you cracked it, or exactly how close you got.

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You Will Never Be Left Stuck

Every case includes a free hints system, with progressively more obvious nudges, and a full solution reveal. If the case arrives damaged or anything's missing, we'll send you the missing evidence, no quibbles.

The Verdict

A Night In, Measured Fairly

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Entertainment time 2-3.5 hours 1 hour 2 hours 1-2 hours
Physical evidence to handle ✓ 27 pieces ✓ ✕ Varies
Online evidence portals ✓ Every case ✕ ✕ Rarely
Play from your sofa ✓ ✕ ✕ ✓
Free hints if you're stuck ✓ Free hints Costs time ✕ Rarely
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Case Notes · FAQ

Questions, Detective?

This case is rated 3/5 difficulty and takes around 2 hrs to solve. If you're new to case file games, our 3/5 cases are the best starting point: this one is one of them.
1-10 players works best. Solo detectives love the focus; couples make it a date night; groups split the evidence and argue about suspects. There's no turn-taking: everyone investigates together.
Every case includes a free hints system that gives progressively more obvious nudges, from gentle prod to major lead, plus a full solution reveal. You'll never be left hanging.
Each case is a one-time experience, like an escape room, which is exactly why the bundle discount exists. Most detectives finish one and immediately want the next: 2 cases save 10%, 3 save 15%, 4+ save 20%.
Orders are dispatched within 24 working hours, then delivered by Royal Mail Tracked 48 within 2 business days, with free UK delivery. It ships in a discreet evidence-style envelope, perfect for gifting.
Witness Statements

What Detectives Said

Customer Reviews

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Chiccogianna

The pack was so in depth and covered all basis. Truly had a great time trying to solve this. Worth the money.

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Rebecca

As a fellow true crime nerd, I LOVED this game. It really allows you to put yourself into the shoes of an investigator, write down the timeframe leading up to the murder, and who you believe the suspect is. I would definitely get all the games in the series.

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Mandysommerville

This was the first Cryptic Killers we had done; it was amazing and brought the whole family together as we tried to figure it out. We will certainly be buying more.

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Richardisawesome21

Just solved this case with my loved one. It was very fun piecing together the crime, and how the dots all connected. 100% would play again!

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Kesia

Love these, can't wait to get yhe next one

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