Murder Before Evensong: Release date news, cast details, streaming details and more about the upcoming murder mystery drama adaptation 

Murder Before Evensong is all set to transition from page to screen, and cozy crime fans couldn't be more excited. The cherished village set whodunit will debut this fall, bringing Reverend Richard Coles's story of secrets, scandals, and sudden deaths to life.

When is Murder Before Evensong coming out?

The show premieres on September 29 and will be available on Acorn TV, with a cast lineup that features plenty of names to get fans excited. The crime/murder drama arrives just in time for the change in weather, making it a perfect choice for those darker early evenings when a mystery feels just right.

The show is based on Coles' 2022 novel of the same name, which introduced readers to Canon Daniel Clement and the village of Champton. Daniel is the rector who spends as much time dealing with parish politics as he does delivering sermons. Things take a turn when a seemingly harmless church renovation causes deep divisions within the congregation. Then, a gruesome murder at the church doors shocks the sleepy village, and this is what pulls Daniel into a dangerous role he never expected to take on himself- namely, a detective.

Unlike many book-to-screen adaptations that take liberties with the original source, this one stays true to Coles' story. Fans who loved the novel can expect the same mix of warmth, humor, and suspense, now enhanced by haunting visuals of English countryside villages and 1980s charm.

Where can you stream Murder Before Evensong?

UK viewers will get the series on Channel 5, while the international audience will find it on Acorn TV on the same day. Both platforms are known for high-quality crime dramas, so it's in great company.

Nick Hicks-Beach, whose credits include Midsomer Murders, handled the script, making sure that the adaptation carries the same dry humor and edge the book delivered. David Moore, who has directed Outlander, takes the director's chair, promising a mix of atmospheric storytelling and strong character work.

This six-episode series gives viewers ample time to settle into Champton. From the cobbled streets to the brooding skies above, the setting is as much a part of the story as the characters. Add in the church at the center of the community, where gossip, faith, and suspicion collide, and you've got all the elements of a cozy mystery that's perfect to enjoy with a blanket and a cup of tea.

Who is in the cast of Murder Before Evensong?

The casting of Murder Before Evensong is one of the biggest reasons fans are buzzing.

Leading the series is Matthew Lewis. Yes, Neville Longbottom himself from the Harry Potter movies. Here, he removes his wizard robes to play Canon Daniel Clement, a vicar-turned-sleuth trying to keep his village together while uncovering a killer.

Amanda Redman, known for New Tricks, plays Audrey, Daniel's outspoken mother who lives with him at the rectory, along with his two dachshunds, Cosmo and Hilda. That pair of dogs isn't just window dressing; they add a touch of warmth and humor to the otherwise dark happenings in Champton.

The supporting cast includes:

* Amit Shah (Happy Valley) as DS Neil Vanloo

* Adam James (The Day of the Jackal) as Bernard De Floures

* Meghan Treadway (One Day) as Honor De Floures.

Tamzin Outhwaite (The Wives) also joins the cast, along with Marion Bailey (The Crown) and Francis Magee (Kin).

Together, this cast promises not just a solid mystery, but performances that have what it takes to bring forth some humor, heart, and high stakes.

Murder Before Evensong combines everything mystery fans love. It features an intriguing story, an atmospheric old English village, a strong cast, and a faithful adaptation of Richard Coles' bestselling novel. If you've been waiting for the next cozy crime obsession, then grab your hot chocolate because this might be it.

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