‘Death and Other Details’: Date, plot, cast, director and is Hulu's mystery thriller series worth watching

‘Death and Other Details’ unfolds a murder in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea on a beautiful and luxurious cruise liner
Mandy Patinkin and Violett Beane in a still from ‘Death and Other Details’ (Hulu)
Mandy Patinkin and Violett Beane in a still from ‘Death and Other Details’ (Hulu)

Series name: Death and Other Details 

Network: Hulu

Date of release: January 16, 2024 

Country of origin: US

Genre: Crime/Mystery 

The latest mystery thriller of 2024, ‘Death and Other Details’ is all set to grip viewers with its mind-bending storyline.

Riding on the success of hits like ‘A Murder at the End of the World’ and ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ which truly elevated the whodunit genre, expectations for ‘Death and Other Details’ are soaring high.

The first two episodes of ‘Death and Other Details’ are set to come out on January 16 and subsequently, an episode will drop every week on Tuesday up until the two-episode season finale on March 5, 2024.

What is the plot of ‘Death and Other Details’?

Originally titled ‘Career Opportunities in Murder and Mayhem,’ ‘Death and Other Details’ unfolds a murder in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea on a beautiful and luxurious cruise liner.

Embarking on a journey aboard a posh ocean liner in the enchanting Mediterranean, 'Death and Other Details' (formerly known as 'Career Opportunities in Murder and Mayhem') weaves a tale where Imogene Scott (played by Violett Beane) is thrust into a locked-room murder puzzle.

Trapped without an escape route, Imogene begrudgingly teams up with a high-profile detective she can't stand. \

Who stars in ‘Death and Other Details’?

Mandy Patinkin

Mandel Bruce Patinkin plays the role of Detective Rufus Coteworth in ‘Death and Other Details’ (Hulu)
Mandel Bruce Patinkin plays the role of Detective Rufus Coteworth in ‘Death and Other Details’ (Hulu)

Mandel Bruce Patinkin, who plays the role of Detective Rufus Coteworth in ‘Death and Other Details’, is an acclaimed American actor and singer known for his versatile career in musical theatre, television, and film.

Renowned for collaborations with Stephen Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber, he has received prestigious accolades, including a Tony Award and a Primetime Emmy Award, with nominations for several other honors.

Violett Beane


 
 
 
 
 
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Violett Beane, who takes over Imogene Scott's role is an American actress recognized for her diverse roles. She portrayed Jesse Wells/Jesse Quick in The CW's 'The Flash' and took on the character of Markie Cameron in the 2018 horror film 'Truth or Dare.'

From 2018 to 2020, Beane captivated audiences as Cara Bloom in the CBS television series 'God Friended Me.'

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Lauren Marie Patten is a versatile American actress, singer, and writer. Her notable achievements include originating the role of Jo in the Broadway musical 'Jagged Little Pill' and portraying Officer Rachel Witten in the crime series 'Blue Bloods.'

Patten's outstanding performance in 'Jagged Little Pill' earned her the prestigious Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical.

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Hugo Diego Garcia, a multi-talented artist from France and Spain, is recognized as an actor, writer, and director.

Initially immersed in law and boxing, he later transitioned into the world of film. Garcia honed his craft by studying theater and cinema in Lyon and Paris before leaping to Los Angeles.

Who is the director of ‘Death and Other Details’?

Mike Weiss from 'The Mentalist' and Heidi Cole McAdams from 'The 100' join forces as the creators of 'Death and Other Details'. This marks a reunion for the duo, who previously collaborated on 'Stumptown,' an ABC Signature crime drama featuring Cobie Smulders.

Is ‘Death and Other Details’ worth watching?

Who doesn't love a good mystery movie? 'Death and Other Details' with its fantastic cast, gripping plot twists, and nail-biting cliffhangers is definitely shaping up to be a must-watch!

‘Death and Other Details’ trailer 



 

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