How to host a murder mystery dinner party

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  • čas přidán 11. 07. 2024
  • This video teaches you how to play The Morgenrood Murder Mystery Print and Play game by The Murder Mystery Guide. You can also use this video as a guideline for hosting a generic sit-down murder mystery dinner.
    If you haven't purchased The Morgenrood Murder Mystery yet, watch this space, because my first ever Print-and-Play murder mystery game is about to drop! I'll add the link here once it has launched :)
    If you'd like to create your own custom-made murder mystery dinner, just visit my website below and download the free e-book that teaches you how to do it.
    Watch all the way to the end, as many times as you need to make sure you don't miss a step in planning and executing a memorable evening for your family, friends and / or colleagues!
    murdermysteryguide.com/

Komentáře • 109

  • @lukaivankovic1241
    @lukaivankovic1241 Před 10 měsíci +369

    Great tutorial, i personally took it a step further and actually killed a person. Nobody knew i did it and it was fun figuring it out, everybody was freaking out!

  • @Jin.media-production
    @Jin.media-production Před rokem +40

    This host is so good at presenting 👏 bravo!

  • @arpitagangwani9588
    @arpitagangwani9588 Před 2 lety +47

    I'm taking a murder mystery on my half term break and I'm so excited and this has really helped me to know what to do

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much for sharing your feedback! This is super encouraging to us!

  • @mafffew9700
    @mafffew9700 Před 4 lety +88

    You start out by having some kind of plan and character list... surely this should be explained first of all?...

    • @MasterNicke
      @MasterNicke Před 4 lety +7

      I think you can buy already scripted murder mystery dinners online or in a lot of toy shops.
      You don't have to write the plan or character list on your own

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 3 lety +6

      Hey Maff, thanks for watching! If you check out our description below the video you'll find the context for it. We're busy revamping out website, so watch this space!

    • @240devil1
      @240devil1 Před 2 lety +9

      The first 30 seconds literally shows them with a character list and she describes what it is. Surely you should watch the beginning first of all?

    • @bruh2843
      @bruh2843 Před 3 měsíci

      this is best open ended i believe, since some viewers may be watching with a set theme already in mind, or with a character list they’ve chosen either from a guide, fiction, or original creation.

  • @mikearnold2079
    @mikearnold2079 Před rokem +2

    Thx for your hard work, it was super helpful

  • @harshini9378
    @harshini9378 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks 😊

  • @jro8354
    @jro8354 Před 3 lety +19

    Amazing video! Thank you so much!

  • @Xynvo
    @Xynvo Před rokem +3

    Me and my cousins are doing this for Christmas!

  • @aquapeachy
    @aquapeachy Před 9 dny

    I have a question, if I do one with my friends would it work out okay if there is only four of us playing?

  • @lilliepad_froh
    @lilliepad_froh Před rokem +2

    I just bout a murder Mystery setup, and I hope this helps out because I never have heard of these things haha

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem

      This video is specific to MMG murder mystery games, but hopefully it is still applicable to yours! :)

  • @luke11.35
    @luke11.35 Před rokem +3

    Hello, thank you for these great resources! I purchased the Morgenrood package just now & I am re-watching this video. I'm not sure where to find the "Useful tips for enjoying the game" that y0ou mention ~1:34. Is that in one of the files or somewhere in the blog? I am not sure where to find them once I'm read to put it together.

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem

      Hey Todd! Apologies for the inconvenience! I've just spotted your comment now, so I'm guessing you've already played the game?

    • @luke11.35
      @luke11.35 Před rokem +1

      @@murdermysteryguide Hello. No, I've been sidetracked. Great timing! I actually am preparing to get back to planning this soon now that Summer is here! 8)

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem

      @@luke11.35 lovely to hear that! Feel free to reach out if you have questions. 😊😊

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem +1

      @@luke11.35 PS email me and I'll share the wording you're missing!

  • @judichristopher4604
    @judichristopher4604 Před 3 lety +41

    Great Video... Love it.
    but please NOTE... the background (noise) music was a little too loud making it hard to hear and understand you at times.
    Thank you so much for sharing this great video.

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 3 lety +6

      Hi Judi, thanks so much for your feedback! That's good to note for our next video - whenever that is!? Thanks for your comment and interactions. How often do you play murder mystery dinners and which style is your favourite?

    • @judichristopher4604
      @judichristopher4604 Před 3 lety +2

      @@murdermysteryguide
      Truthfully... it was on Stage Performance..
      What I want to do when I move back to Albuquerque New Mexico... is to Open up my Acting Studio, teaching students how to act... and also open up a Dinner Theatre, having Murder Mystery Dinners...
      (kill two stones with one bird) LOL get it... "Kill" ... bahahahaa...
      I grew up in the Restaurant Business... and it's good for kids to also learn, while they're learning Acting...
      We have done a few on stage, with refreshments served before the Play begins and it's always a hit... A lot of work... but very rewarding.
      Can't wait to See your next video... So exciting.
      Thank you so much for all you do.

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 3 lety +2

      @@judichristopher4604 This is amazing, Judi! Thank you for sharing! All the best with that acting studio and thank you for your support - it means a lot! xxx

    • @judichristopher4604
      @judichristopher4604 Před 3 lety +2

      @@murdermysteryguide
      Thank you for all the great videos... if I ever write a Murder Mystery story... I'll let you know... especially if it has something to do with GHOST??? I keep wanting to write about an unforeseen entity... Will, I already have that story, but not as a murder mystery...

    • @judichristopher4604
      @judichristopher4604 Před 3 lety +1

      @@murdermysteryguide
      Thank you so much.

  • @animesh4899
    @animesh4899 Před 2 lety +1

    Its help a lot

  • @bat5092
    @bat5092 Před 4 lety +21

    SAVDSGFSS I THOUGHT THIS WAS ABOUT POE PARTY

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 3 lety

      Hey finch !!! - so glad you stopped by and watched! Check out the description beneath our video for the context of what our video is about :)

  • @ImaMonaKnight
    @ImaMonaKnight Před 4 lety +5

    Thanks Alot;)

  • @Nifted
    @Nifted Před 4 lety +14

    Thank you for this. It will be great-signed Edgar Allan poe

    • @dracothelittlepuff1526
      @dracothelittlepuff1526 Před 3 lety +2

      Paxton 1000 the dinner was great. The REAL murders were not Signed, the ghost of the manly man George Eliot

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks for watching! 🙌😜🙌

  • @Lacoux
    @Lacoux Před 2 lety +10

    I was expecting a bit more movement than just chilling at the dinner table and calling an accusation of a murder. No clues, no objectives to be found around the space?

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 2 lety +2

      Hey, thanks for your comment! This is how my style of murder mystery experiences works. It's not really a "Cluedo" kind of game, it's more about improvisation and conversation. It's definitely a fun dinner-table party :)

  • @becvd1
    @becvd1 Před rokem +7

    How far in advance should you get the RSVP for the party?

    • @lilliepad_froh
      @lilliepad_froh Před rokem +1

      Probably like, maybe two weeks?
      Not sure, if you buy a set, it should recommend a time.

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem +1

      I like to tell my guests that they need to RSVP ASAP once they get their official invite - you can't really have someone missing from the game, but sometimes it's possible to invite a new guest the day before if someone is ill. There's no rule, really! You just don't want any guest to be missing on the day.

  • @thetomfooler3192
    @thetomfooler3192 Před rokem +1

    Wait so do the fake characters know before going to the “party” that there has been a murder, or do the characters find out

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem

      It depends on the plot, usually. If the characters are attending a reading of the will, they know there's been a murder. If they've been invited to a gala dinner or some other type of event, they should arrive *not* knowing that there will be / has been a murder.

  • @AmberLiusStrrawberry
    @AmberLiusStrrawberry Před 2 lety +6

    Is it possible to play murder mystery at a potluck or picnic?

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 2 lety +2

      Hi Amber, it's possible... It just isn't advisable... My murder mysteries are designed to be played around the dinner table so everyone can hear the conversations, which are full of clues! I find if people are too spread out it can ruin the game. Have you played a murder mystery before?

    • @AmberLiusStrrawberry
      @AmberLiusStrrawberry Před 2 lety +4

      @@murdermysteryguide Nope but it sounds really fun especially since I love performing. I’m thinking to host a masquerade picnic for my 21st birthday and I’m trying to decide whether or not to include murder mystery into the list of activities, it sounds way more fun than truth or dare.

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 2 lety +1

      @@AmberLiusStrrawberry A murder mystery dinner takes A LOT of preparation and you need to decide which type to host. Some companies run games for huge groups, whereas mine are better for up to 20 people at a dinner party setting. Whatever you do, Have FUN!!!

  • @n7sherry
    @n7sherry Před 9 měsíci +1

    Does the host usually play a character, too?

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 8 měsíci

      the host can host as a character, but I've also facilitated / hosted games as an observer. (I usually just make up a name and a reason for why I'm attending the dinner, then drive the action that way)

  • @double_trouble-robloxfidge2407
    @double_trouble-robloxfidge2407 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Can the host play the game aswell do they know who the murderer is?

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 3 měsíci

      Yes, they can take on the role of any character - the host has to take care of printing all the game stationery and facilitating the "flow", so it's probably helpful to know who it is!

  • @ueueq5044
    @ueueq5044 Před 4 lety +5

    I love the Australian accent or is it kiwi

  • @Doll_the_doll
    @Doll_the_doll Před rokem +1

    3 years and only 81 comments that's not fair

  • @PredestinedtowinforJesus

    Is it scripted or just improv?

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem +2

      It's 90% improvised with a basic framework to help guide the characters and the game!

  • @crsurfinstitute
    @crsurfinstitute Před rokem

    What age is this appropriate for? My daughter is 13

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem

      That's a great question, Alex! I don't recommend murder mystery dinners for kids, due to the adult themes, but it depends on the individual child and the content of the game.

  • @pianoandeden
    @pianoandeden Před rokem +1

    What if the murderers an idiot and they immediately reveal themselves

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před rokem

      Some games only allow the murderer to find out they did towards the end, but as you get to allocate characters, make sure you don't allocate someone you can't trust to be the murderer!

  • @lmj9517
    @lmj9517 Před 2 lety

    ft. An Inspector Calls?

  • @pupperman75
    @pupperman75 Před 3 lety +1

    Watch Hannibal Lecter movies.

    • @judichristopher4604
      @judichristopher4604 Před 3 lety

      RIGHT!!!!
      I have his screenplays... I'll get on it... Great IDEA.

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 3 lety +1

      What makes you say that? :)

    • @judichristopher4604
      @judichristopher4604 Před 3 lety +2

      @@murdermysteryguide
      Because of the intrigue, of the writing, how the screenwriter keeps everyone in suspense... sometimes the suspense is worse than the actually deed.

    • @judichristopher4604
      @judichristopher4604 Před 3 lety +1

      @@murdermysteryguide
      I am already a "Writer", and have 3 manuscripts ready to be published, but now... I want to take it a step further, and become a screenwriter, or scriptwriter..
      Maybe I can write a Murder Mystery Party some time... so exciting.

  • @josephflores6635
    @josephflores6635 Před 3 lety +1

    Wait so you actully kill some one

  • @glemcarvalho3002
    @glemcarvalho3002 Před 3 lety +2

    Why the Black Guy gets to be the Butler?

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 3 lety +7

      I find giving introverts quiet characters allows them to feel more comfortable on the night. A person's skin colour has nothing to do with it.

  • @TailorK9
    @TailorK9 Před 3 lety +4

    Or you just play CLUE.

  • @broimagine1215
    @broimagine1215 Před 2 lety

    TUTORIAL UNCLEAR! MY FRIEND GOT STABBED!! *Of course it's a joke.*

  • @shellbacksclub
    @shellbacksclub Před 11 měsíci

    Or... Just play a game of Clue & don't be a weirdo.😕

    • @murdermysteryguide
      @murdermysteryguide  Před 11 měsíci +2

      Or... embrace the weirdo within and elevate your game night. After all, Clue is just a board game, but a murder mystery dinner? That's an experience! 🕵‍♂😉