New Hulu Mystery Series ‘Death and Other Details’ Takes Audiences on a Twisted Whodunit Journey

The highly anticipated new Hulu mystery series ‘Death and Other Details’ delivers a captivating murder mystery with powerful families and generations of secrets at its core. Created by Mike Weiss and Heidi Cole McAdams, the show first takes viewers two decades in the past, introducing Rufus Coteworth, the renowned detective, as he begins investigating the suspicious death of Imogene Scott‘s mother at the Collier estate.

Fast forward to the present, where Imogene, now 28, sets sail on the luxury cruise liner SS Varuna to celebrate the retirement of Lawrence, the patriarch of the Collier family. Joining her are Anna, Imogene’s best friend and recently promoted CEO of Collier Mills, and a colorful cast of characters including matriarch Katherine, Anna’s fragile wife Lelia, and her troublesome brother Tripp. Also in attendance are the governor of Washington, the influential Chun family, and Rufus, now working as the personal security guard for the Chuns.

What was meant to be a joyous occasion quickly takes a sinister turn when a guest is murdered, and Imogene becomes the prime suspect. Forced to team up with Rufus, the two embark on a quest to unravel the truth, unveiling shocking revelations from the past along the way.

‘Death and Other Details’ weaves a complex narrative, skillfully exploring themes of memory manipulation and the consequences of overlooking details. The series moves back and forth in time, gradually exposing the events that led to Imogene’s mother’s death and their connection to the present-day happenings on the Varuna.

This Hulu series juggles the intricate plot with mixed results, occasionally leaving audience members confused amidst the ever-evolving storylines and a large ensemble cast. However, the standout performances of Patinkin and Beane as the determined and slightly unhinged duo make it worth the watch. The series also infuses old-world glamour with modern humor, adding a unique twist to the classic Agatha Christie-style mystery genre.

As the first two episodes of ‘Death and Other Details’ premiere on Hulu, viewers can expect a thrilling and mind-bending whodunit, reminding us that even amid the highest echelons of society, secrets can have deadly consequences.