Lesley Manville is set to captivate audiences once again as she reprises her role as Susan Ryeland in the highly anticipated series Moonflower Murders, the sequel to the hit show Magpie Murders.
The Story Continues
In Moonflower Murders, Susan Ryeland has left her career in publishing and is now living in Crete with her long-time boyfriend, Andreas. However, her peaceful life is disrupted by a murder that occurred at a British country hotel eight years ago. The case is intricately linked to a novel written by Alan Conway, which has led Cecily Treherne, a young woman involved with the hotel, to believe that the wrong man was arrested. With Cecily now missing, Susan must uncover the secrets hidden in the book to find her before it's too late.
Lesley Manville on Her Role
Lesley Manville expressed her excitement about returning to the role of Susan Ryeland, describing her as 'smart and feisty.' Manville stated, 'I had an incredible time returning to the role of Susan Ryeland. Anthony Horowitz has written another ingenious adaptation and Im thrilled to be a part of it.'
Series Premiere and Episodes
Moonflower Murders premiered on September 15, 2024, on MASTERPIECE, with subsequent episodes airing every Sunday until October 20. The series consists of six episodes, each delving deeper into the mystery and Susan's investigative journey. The first episode introduces Susan's new life in Crete and her initial involvement in the cold case, while subsequent episodes see her investigating the hotel, meeting key characters, and unraveling the complex plot.
Episode Highlights
In Episode 1 , Susan is approached by a couple seeking her help in finding their missing daughter, whose disappearance is linked to the old murder case. Episode 2 sees Susan checking into the Trehernes hotel, where she meets key figures and begins her investigation. By Episode 3 , Susan travels to London to uncover what Alan Conway knew about the murder, while also dealing with warnings from DS Locke to stay away from the case.
Adaptation and Cast
Moonflower Murders is based on the bestselling novel by Anthony Horowitz, who also adapted the book for television. The series features a talented cast, including Timothy McMullan as the fictional detective Atticus Pnd, Alexandros Logothetis as Andreas, and Daniel Mays as Locke/Chubb, among others.
Streaming and Viewing
Viewers can watch Moonflower Murders on PBS, the PBS App, and the PBS Masterpiece Prime Video Channel. For those who want to catch up on the previous series, all episodes of Magpie Murders are currently streaming on PBS.
