Peacock Developing New Scripted Series Based on “Clue”
Imagine being invited to a murder-mystery night hosted by an eccentric billionaire, and realizing it’s far more dangerous than you expected. That setup is at the heart of a newly announced adaptation of the classic board game “Clue”. The streaming service Peacock is now developing a scripted series inspired by the iconic game, and longtime fans of whodunits are already buzzing.
A Fresh Take on a Classic Mystery
The project, which just landed at Peacock, will transform “Clue’s” familiar murder-mystery format into a full scripted drama. According to TheWrap, the story revolves around “a group of strangers [who] are invited to an eccentric billionaire’s murder mystery night to solve the famous questions — who, where and with what — they quickly discover that nothing is what it seems to be, and the stakes are even higher than life or death.”
What makes this adaptation distinct is its ambition to update “Clue’s” classic tone — blending mystery with modern sensibilities, humor, and high stakes. It aims to evoke the feel of contemporary murder-mystery hits, while reimagining the suspects and setting for a new generation.
Creative Team Behind the Series
According to The Hollywood Reporter, heading the series is writer and showrunner Dana Fox — known for her work on productions like “Wicked: For Good.” Directing (and executive producing) will be Nicholas Stoller, whose résumé includes projects such as “The Muppets” and “Platonic.”
They won’t be working alone: the series also brings on board additional executive producers, including representatives from Hasbro Entertainment (the IP holder of Clue), as well as producers tied to Fox and Stoller’s production companies.
A Stylistic Heir to Modern Whodunits
From the little info released so far, Peacock’s “Clue” seems poised to follow in the footsteps of current mystery-drama successes. Early coverage describes its tone as a blend of whimsy and danger — a murder mystery with comedic undertones.
Indeed, the logline teases exactly that: a colorful cast of characters thrown together in a high-stakes night of secrets, lies, and shifting alliances — a very cinematic, character-driven approach that could appeal to fans of modern mysteries.
Why This Matters Now
The timing is interesting for a number of reasons. For one, the “Clue” franchise has seen renewed interest lately: while the network works on this scripted version, other platforms are exploring different takes on the game — including an unscripted reality-competition adaptation for Netflix.
Additionally, Peacock’s willingness to explore a darker, more sophisticated mystery — rather than a straight comedy or slapstick — may signal a broader shift in how board-game adaptations are approached: with deeper narrative arcs, richer character development, and a tone that balances entertainment with suspense.
Given the pedigree of the creative team and the enduring popularity of “Clue”, the series has the potential to reinvigorate the property for a new generation — while still honoring the game’s legacy of intrigue, deduction, and surprise.
