Murder mystery hosting guides
Practical, tested advice for first-time and seasoned hosts alike: when to send invitations, what to serve between rounds, how to keep quiet guests comfortable and how to pull off a reveal people talk about for weeks.
Start with the pillar guide if this is your first party, then dip into the rest as you plan. Every guide works whether you host a custom Killer Cast mystery, a printable kit or a game you wrote yourself.
How to host a murder mystery
Plan a murder mystery party step by step: theme, guest list, invites, a 3-week countdown, room setup, running each round, the reveal and the after-party.
Murder mystery invitation wording
Copy-and-paste murder mystery invitation wording in classic, playful, spooky and text styles, plus how to explain the game and get RSVPs back fast.
Murder mystery costume ideas
Murder mystery costume ideas for 8 themes, from a 1920s speakeasy to a pirate ship, plus thrift tips, character accessories and no-costume options.
Murder mystery dinner menus
Murder mystery dinner menu ideas for 8 themes, plus a make-ahead plan, how to serve food around each round, alcohol-free drinks and dietary tips.
Murder mystery party rules
New to murder mystery parties? Learn how the game works, what to do each round, when you may lie, how to share clues, and how accusations are scored.
Murder mystery for shy people
How to enjoy a murder mystery party when you're shy: low-pressure roles, lines to borrow, the buddy system and easy ways hosts can help quiet guests shine.
On party
night
The real screens from a sample Old Hollywood Awards Night party. Your guests get their own, written around your list.
The invite 
Their part 
Clues each round 
The Evidence Locker
One of them did it
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