Who-dun-its are mystery stories that focus on solving a crime, typically a murder, keeping audiences guessing until the final reveal.
1. Knives Out (2019)
A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.
Why it’s great:
- Rian Johnson‘s clever, modern take on the whodunit genre
- Strong ensemble cast led by Daniel Craig
- Intricate plot with satisfying twists
2. Murder on the Orient Express (1974)
Detective Hercule Poirot investigates the murder of a wealthy American traveling on the Orient Express.
Why it’s great:
- Faithful adaptation of Agatha Christie’s novel
- Star-studded cast including Albert Finney as Poirot
- Intricate plot and surprising resolution
3. Clue (1985)
Six guests are invited to a strange house and must cooperate with the staff to solve a murder mystery.
Why it’s great:
- Clever adaptation of the board game
- Ensemble cast’s comedic performances
- Multiple endings adding replay value
4. The Usual Suspects (1995)
A sole survivor tells of the twisty events leading up to a horrific gun battle on a boat, which began when five criminals met at a seemingly random police lineup.
Why it’s great:
- Kevin Spacey‘s Oscar-winning performance
- Intricate plot with a shocking twist ending
- Bryan Singer’s stylish direction
5. Gosford Park (2001)
The lives of upstairs guests and downstairs servants at a phttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000265/arty in 1932 in a country house in England as they investigate a murder involving one of them.
Why it’s great:
- Robert Altman‘s ensemble direction
- Julian Fellowes’ witty, intricate screenplay
- Blend of murder mystery with social commentary.
