Murder Mystery – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Murder Mystery

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38%

WISE Score

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Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston play murder-solving tourists in this aggressively mediocre Netflix comedy that's fine for teens but nobody's favorite.

43%

6.3

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Murder Mystery

movie

2019

38%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston play murder-solving tourists in this aggressively mediocre Netflix comedy that's fine for teens but nobody's favorite.

43%

6.3

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Screenwise Verdict

Look, this is what it is: a forgettable Netflix comedy that exists solely to fill time. The critics panned it (43% on Rotten Tomatoes), audiences were lukewarm (47%), and even generous platforms like IMDb only gave it a 6.1. It's not offensively bad, but it's aggressively mediocre.

For teens 13+, it's harmless—no graphic violence, no heavy themes, just a paint-by-numbers murder mystery wrapped in Adam Sandler's signature low-effort comedy. But there's zero enrichment here, minimal imagination, and the wholesome factor is undercut by constant bickering and dated humor.

If your teen wants something mindless on a Friday night, fine. But don't expect them to remember it by Saturday morning. There are so many better options out there.

Age Fit

Best for ages 13-16 who want something easy and brainless. Adults might tolerate it, but it's not good enough to seek out. Younger kids shouldn't watch due to murder content and adult humor.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

A married couple working together shows some positive relationship modeling, but the comedy leans heavily on bickering, mild crude humor, and stereotypical gender dynamics. The tone is lighthearted but not particularly emotionally healthy or growth-oriented—it's mostly surface-level banter and slapstick in a murder setting.

Imaginative

Generic whodunit setup on a yacht with predictable comedy beats. The mystery elements are paint-by-numbers, and the film doesn't invite any creative thinking or exploration—it's a formulaic Adam Sandler Netflix comedy that checks boxes without bringing anything fresh or curious to the table.

Safe

Common Sense Media rates it 13+, which tracks—there's murder (obviously), some violence, mild language, and adult humor, but nothing gratuitous or shocking. It's a comedy first, so the deaths aren't graphic or traumatic. However, younger kids would definitely encounter content that's inappropriate (innuendo, murder scenes, some scary moments). For teens 13+, it's fairly safe and predictable.

Enriching

Minimal enrichment value. It's pure popcorn entertainment with no real cognitive challenge, ethical depth, or meaningful takeaways. The mystery is shallow, the comedy is broad, and there's no character growth or insight. It's designed to be consumed and forgotten—Netflix algorithm fodder that doesn't ask anything of its audience.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Harmless, low-stakes entertainment—perfect for background viewing when you're folding laundry
Shows a married couple working as a team (even if they bicker constantly)
European yacht setting is visually pleasant and might spark interest in travel
No graphic violence or heavy content—the murders are played for laughs

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What to Watch For

Multiple murders (comedic tone, but still people dying throughout)
Mild language, sexual innuendo, and adult humor that's inappropriate for younger kids
Stereotypical gender dynamics and relationship jokes that feel dated
Zero educational or developmental value—this is pure junk food viewing

Conversation Starters

"If you could travel anywhere in Europe, where would you want to go?"
"What do you think makes a good mystery story? Did this one keep you guessing?"
"The couple in this movie argues a lot but still works together—what does a healthy partnership look like to you?"

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