‘Murder, She Wrote’ Movie Eyes Jamie Lee Curtis for Angela Lansbury’s Iconic Role
- Jamie Lee Curtis is being considered for the role originally played by Angela Lansbury in the 'Murder, She Wrote' movie.
- Angela Lansbury's portrayal in 'Murder, She Wrote' is considered iconic.
- The potential adaptation may bring a modern twist to the beloved character.
- Fans of the original series are eager to see how Curtis would interpret the role.
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Jamie Lee Curtis Set to Star in 'Murder' Adaptation
Jamie Lee Curtis Set to Star in 'Murder' Adaptation Jamie Lee Curtis is gearing up for a captivating new role, stepping into the shoes of detective Jessica Fletcher in the anticipated film adaptation of 'Murder'. According to People, Curtis has co-written the adaptation of the classic mystery series originally starring Angela Lansbury, though final agreements are still pending.The film draws inspiration from the beloved series that ran on CBS f…
Jamie Lee Curtis Eyes Angela Lansbury’s Iconic Jessica Fletcher Role in ‘Murder, She Wrote’ Movie | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip
A film version of Murder, She Wrote is in the works and an Oscar winner is looking to take on the role made famous by the TV show’s original star, Angela Lansbury. Variety reports that Jamie Lee Curtis is in “early talks” to take on the iconic role of Jessica Fletcher, who was masterfully played by Angela for 12 seasons, beginning in 1984. Keep reading to find out more… The character is a crime writer who becomes an amateur detective, and it was…
Jamie Lee Curtis Is Making a 'Murder, She Wrote' Movie (Sounds Poopy)
It's impossible to imagine anyone but Angela Lansbury playing beloved TV sleuth Jessica Fletcher, and yet, for some reason Jamie Lee Curtis is going to try and make a Murder, She Wrote movie happen. Did that loosen up a slew... Read more...


Jamie Lee Curtis is wanted to play Jessica Fletcher in Murder She Wrote movie
Hollywood actress Jamie Lee Curtis is said to be at the top of Universal's wish list to portray Dame Angela Lansbury's iconic character Jessica Fletcher in a movie version of hit TV show 'Murder, She Wrote'.
‘Murder, She Wrote’ Movie Eyes Jamie Lee Curtis for Angela Lansbury’s Iconic Role
Jamie Lee Curtis better bust out the doilies and contempo casual trench coats — it seems she’s headed to “Murder, She Wrote.” Variety has confirmed that Oscar winner Curtis is in early talks to play the iconic Jessica Fletcher, a crime writer turned crack detective, who was at the center of the long-running original TV […]
Jamie Lee Curtis Rumored as Top Choice for Angela Lansbury's 'Murder, She Wrote' Role in Film Adaptation of Series: Report
Deadline reports that Curtis is Universal's top choice for the role of Jessica Fletcher, made famous by the late Lansbury on TV from 1984 to 1996 CBS/Getty; ABC/Getty Angela Lansbury as Jessica Fletcher on Murder, She Wrote circa 1984; Jamie Lee Curtis at the 95th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, on March 12, 2023Jamie Lee Curtis is rumored to be the frontrunner for a Murder, She Wrote movie adaptation, taking over from Angela Lansbury a…
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