Are There Any Holiday Mystery Books Adapted Into Movies?

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Zion
Zion
2025-08-02 03:25:04
If you’re hunting for holiday mysteries turned into films, 'The Ninth Gate' might not be festive, but its gothic winter setting gives it a eerie holiday feel. For a more traditional pick, the 1945 film 'Christmas Holiday' blends noir and drama, though it’s not a direct mystery. The book 'Silent Night' by Mary Higgins Clark is a gripping holiday thriller, but its adaptation is a TV movie—still worth a watch for the suspense.

I’d also recommend 'The Dead' by James Joyce, though it’s more of a literary ghost story with a holiday backdrop. The 1987 film adaptation captures its haunting beauty perfectly. These might not all be pure mysteries, but their wintry settings and suspenseful plots make them great for holiday viewing.
Keira
Keira
2025-08-04 11:10:39
I’m a huge fan of holiday-themed mysteries, especially when they get the movie treatment. One of my favorites is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,' based on Stieg Larsson’s novel. The 2011 film, set during a bleak Swedish winter, feels like a holiday noir with its gripping plot and icy atmosphere. It’s not your typical festive flick, but the wintry setting adds a unique charm to the mystery.

For something cozier, 'The Holiday' isn’t a mystery, but its snowy backdrop and romantic twists might scratch a similar itch. If you’re into classic whodunits, the 1985 TV movie 'Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple: A Murder Is Announced' has a festive vibe, though it’s not strictly holiday-themed. The blend of small-town intrigue and wintry settings makes it feel like a holiday mystery in spirit.
Yara
Yara
2025-08-05 02:25:14
As someone who adores both cozy mysteries and holiday films, I’ve stumbled upon some fantastic adaptations that blend the festive spirit with thrilling whodunits. One standout is 'Murder on the Orient Express,' based on Agatha Christie’s classic novel. While not strictly a holiday book, its snowy setting and intricate plot make it perfect for winter viewing. The 2017 adaptation directed by Kenneth Branagh captures the opulence and suspense of the original, with a star-studded cast that brings the story to life.

Another gem is 'The Snowman,' adapted from Jo Nesbø’s chilling novel. This Nordic noir mystery is set against a wintry backdrop, making it ideal for a dark, atmospheric holiday watch. Though the film received mixed reviews, the book’s eerie tension and holiday-themed setting are worth exploring. For a lighter take, 'Hercule Poirot’s Christmas' by Agatha Christie is a must-read, though it hasn’t had a modern film adaptation yet—its TV movie version is a delightful treat for mystery lovers craving a festive twist.
Xander
Xander
2025-08-06 06:05:55
For holiday mystery adaptations, 'The Man Who Invented Christmas' is a fun take on Dickens writing 'A Christmas Carol,' though it’s more biographical than a mystery. The 1938 film 'A Christmas Carol' with Reginald Owen has a ghostly twist. 'Rare Exports' is a Finnish dark fantasy with holiday themes, but it’s more horror than mystery. Still, its snowy setting and eerie plot might appeal to mystery fans looking for something unconventional.
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