The new hit mystery series has landed on Netflix, and it’s set to be a sensation not just this month but throughout all of 2024. “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” was one of the most anticipated releases of the year, a fact confirmed by its soaring viewership, which propelled it to become the most-watched show in the United States within hours of its debut.
It’s quite an achievement, especially considering it premiered a month earlier, on July 1, 2024, on BBC iPlayer in the UK before its global Netflix release on August 1. Despite potential spoilers and leaks, this hasn’t deterred US fans of the book from diving into the production this past 24 hours.
In just six episodes, the title delivers suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat. But don’t worry—there’s plenty more story to tell. The original material offers ample content for future adaptations, and cast members have already hinted that if the first season performs well, a second season is practically guaranteed.
‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ ranks #1 on Netflix US
“A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” is one of the most beloved young adult novels, and ever since author Holly Jackson announced its Netflix adaptation, it was destined for success. That prediction has proven true, as the series quickly became the No. 1 show in the United States within a day of its global release, according to FlixPatrol.
Effortlessly, it has overtaken “Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam” and “Cobra Kai,” both of which dominated the charts in July. The only show that might challenge its top spot is “Unsolved Mysteries,” which just returned with its fourth volume.
The series stars “Wednesday” Emma Myers as Pippa Fitz-Amobi, a brilliant young woman who becomes obsessed with an infamous murder-suicide case that took place in her hometown, convinced that the wrong person was blamed. Using a school project as her cover, she reopens the case herself, despite the dangers involved.
Pippa’s partner in her investigation is Ravi Singh, played by newcomer Zain Iqbal, the brother of the person who was unjustly accused. As they dig deeper into the case, their partnership begins to evolve into something more, with romance poised to blossom.
The supporting cast features other rising stars, including Asha Banks, Raiko Gohara, Jude Morgan-Collie, Yali Topol Margalith, Henry Ashton, and more. Their performances, along with the series’ soundtrack, have been highly praised by both critics and audiences alike. So, what are you waiting for? Tune in now!