Unveiled: The Deleted Scene from 'Thursday Murder Club' You Didn't See
SCANDAL ROCKS THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB: FANS LEFT REELING BY NETFLIX'S DRAMATIC CHANGES TO RICHARD OSMAN'S BESTSELLER
In a shocking twist, Netflix has come under fire from fans of the hit movie The Thursday Murder Club, based on Richard Osman's 2020 novel of the same name. The film, which boasts an all-star cast including Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Celia Imrie, has been a huge success since its release on August 25, 2025. However, it seems that not everyone is happy with the way Netflix adapted Osman's book.
A behind-the-scenes look at the film has revealed that one pivotal scene was cut from the final version of the movie. According to author Richard Osman, who spoke to Netflix's Tudum, the scene in question features De Fritas (Naomi Achkie) and Sarah Niles' character as they break through a major part of the case by questioning a local priest, played by Joseph Marcell.
But while this news may have been intriguing for fans, it's what Netflix did with another key character that has left many feeling betrayed. In Osman's book, the Polish handyman Bogdan is a central figure in the mystery, but in the movie, his storyline was drastically altered.
As one fan put it on Reddit: "Justice for Bogdan! I'm still fuming about how they wrote him out of the story. It was like they completely ignored the rest of the book!"
The Thursday Murder Club follows four senior sleuths - Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Pierce Brosnan), Joyce (Celia Imrie), and Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley) - who band together to solve cold murder cases while spending their days at a charming retirement community. But when the body of Tony Curran (Geoff Bell) is discovered, they find themselves hot on the trail of a murderer much closer to home.
In Osman's book, Bogdan's motive for killing his land developer boss is a personal one - he seeks revenge for the death of his friend Kaz many years prior. But in the movie, his storyline was drastically altered, leaving fans feeling cheated and disappointed.
"I loved the book, but the movie? It was like they took all the best parts and threw them out the window," said one fan on Rotten Tomatoes. "I mean, what's the point of even calling it The Thursday Murder Club if you're just going to change everything?"
The changes made by Netflix have left many fans feeling angry and betrayed, with some even vowing to boycott the sequel.
"I'm done with this franchise," said one fan on Reddit. "If they can't even get the story right, then I don't want anything to do with it."
But not everyone is unhappy with the changes made by Netflix. Some fans have praised the movie for its fresh take on Osman's book and its ability to stand on its own as a unique adaptation.
"I loved the movie!" said one fan on Rotten Tomatoes. "It was like a whole new story, but still had that Thursday Murder Club feel to it."
The question remains - will Netflix make amends with fans by bringing back Bogdan in future installments? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the controversy surrounding The Thursday Murder Club has sparked a heated debate among fans and left everyone eager for more.
In an exclusive interview with thescholarlynote.com, Richard Osman spoke about the changes made to his book. "I'm proud of what we've achieved with The Thursday Murder Club, but I do understand that not everyone will agree with the changes we made. At the end of the day, it's a movie, and sometimes you have to make sacrifices for the sake of storytelling."
But fans are still fuming, and the backlash against Netflix continues to grow.
So, what did we learn from this scandal? For one thing, even the smallest change can spark outrage among fans. And two, never underestimate the power of a loyal fan base - they will not be silenced!
What do you think about the changes made to The Thursday Murder Club? Do you agree with Netflix's decision to alter Bogdan's storyline? Let us know in the comments!
