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Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

People revisit Clue for the same reason it broke through in 1985: clear stakes, memorable faces, and a thriller rhythm that doesn't stall in the middle. Jonathan Lynn keeps the ensemble pointed in one direction. The comedy and thriller blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 34m · ★ 7.2

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    1.Murder by Death (1976)

    7.2 · Comedy · Crime · Mystery · 1h 34m

    Why you'll love it

    Murder by Death (1976) is the kind of film Clue fans discover and immediately send to their group chat. The comedy overlap is real, but it's the funny emotional pull that seals the recommendation.

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    2.Knives Out (2019)

    7.8 · Comedy · Crime · Mystery · 2h 11m

    Why you'll love it

    Knives Out shares Clue's gift for comedy — the 2019 film delivers crime without overstaying its welcome. Consider it required viewing once you've finished rewatching your first pick.

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    3.Game Night (2018)

    6.8 · Mystery · Comedy · Crime · 1h 40m

    Why you'll love it

    Much of what makes Clue compelling — the comedy, the crime — shows up in Game Night (2018) in a slightly different form. Both films understand that funny storytelling works best when it trusts the audience.

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    4.Crooked House (2017)

    6.4 · Mystery · Crime · Thriller · 1h 55m

    Why you'll love it

    The thriller energy of Clue is alive in Crooked House (2017), filtered through a different story but the same emotional register. It earns its place on this list with a dark payoff that rivals the original pick.

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    5.The Thursday Murder Club (2025)

    6.6 · Comedy · Mystery · Crime · 1h 58m

    Why you'll love it

    The Thursday Murder Club (2025) operates in the same comedy as Clue, but with its own distinct voice and pacing. The funny payoff will feel satisfyingly familiar without retreading the same ground.

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    6.Sleuth (1972)

    7.7 · Thriller · Mystery · Crime · 2h 18m

    Why you'll love it

    Sleuth (1972) belongs to the same conversation as Clue — both anchor their thriller in crime emotion that doesn't let go. The dark undercurrent connects them more than any plot summary would suggest.

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    7.A Shot in the Dark (1964)

    7.2 · Comedy · Mystery · Crime · 1h 42m

    Why you'll love it

    If Clue's comedy stayed with you, A Shot in the Dark (1964) delivers the same sensation through an entirely different story. The crime through-line is the real common thread between them.

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    8.Klute (1971)

    6.8 · Thriller · Mystery · Crime · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    Where Clue excels in thriller, Klute (1971) doubles down on crime to comparable effect. The tonal similarities run deep enough that watching both back-to-back feels intentional.

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    9.The Perfect Host (2010)

    6.4 · Comedy · Thriller · Crime · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    The Perfect Host (2010) is the natural next step after Clue: same comedy DNA, different perspective. The funny streak and thriller elevate it well above a simple genre exercise.

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    10.Deathtrap (1982)

    6.6 · Comedy · Crime · Thriller · 1h 56m

    Why you'll love it

    Fans of Clue who respond to its comedy will find Deathtrap (1982) immediately familiar. Both films share a thriller sensibility without ever feeling like carbon copies of each other.

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FAQ

What should I watch after Clue?
Try Murder by Death, Knives Out, Game Night—each shares DNA with Clue while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Clue?
Clue (1985) is best described as Comedy, Thriller, Crime, Mystery. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Clue worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 7.2/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this comedy lane.

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