The Art of the Murder Mystery: The Best Whodunits, Ranked by MovieWeb

"Murder, mystery, intrigue, & the machinations of the macabre hold a lot of what movie-goers find most entertaining & thrilling about storytelling. Found within the idea of not-knowing, the classic 'Whodunit?' offers something in the foundation of its conception that other genres do not: An active role for each viewer as a guest detective. The best murder mysteries/whodunits bring the audience into the story, taking them on a ride, introducing characters, obstacles, & settings to deliver the poignant punch of mystery. This complexity is what captivates each movie-goer & puts them on both a chase & a race to the finish line, as viewers are tantalized by the mystery & galvanized in their participant-watcher role of both trying to inwardly figure out 'who did it' while watching the plot unfold toward the ultimate revelation that either confirms their suspicions or gives them the best 'A-Ha!' moment. Several movies have done this extremely well, & here are the best ranked." - movieweb.com