Drew Rorschachblots
Austrian psychoanalyst.
With a calm voice and wonderful bedside manner, Drew can be rather intrusive and has a tendency to focus on your dreams and childhood.
Any gender
The story so far
The evening
The Disorientated Express, probably one of the most luxurious trains in the world, is always fully booked. Even now, in 1938, with war looming menacingly on the horizon, her luxury Pullman coaches are packed with traveling rich and famous making their way from Istanbul to Constantinople.
The train has excelled in reliability and punctuality over the years, but today all that is about to change. A famous rocket designer known as Werner Von Black, has been discovered in his sleeping compartment – dead.
The only question is: who killed him?
Play our Orient Express themed murder mystery Murder on the Disorientated Express to get on the right track to catching the killer!
The line-up
Meet the suspects
Your guests play these characters, and every one of them has something to hide.
6 suspects · 2 female, 2 male, 2 any gender
Heidi Evidence
Swiss bank clerk.
A wonderfully beguiling lady with pigtails, freckles and innocent expression. She is often seen in either her smart banking suit or her Swiss national dress.
Female
Ivan Ego
Russian inventor.
Pessimistic and pragmatic, Ivan is reliable and built to last, even if he does run on vodka!
Male
Andy Wheppon
Travelling salesperson.
Somewhat secretive and never far from a suitcase of goods, Andy is often found sporting dark glasses and a trench coat.
Any gender
Herr Cutt
German barber.
Never without his trusty pair of scissors, Herr Cutt is round but well turned out, with a pencil moustache and slicked hair.
Male
Kiki De’Leggs
French cancan dancer.
Always dressed to show off her fabulous legs, Kiki is always ra-ra-ready for anything
Female
Ed Lines
New York Times reporter.
In scruffy jacket and trousers, Ed is always at the front of any action with his notebook and pen to the ready.
Male · Joins at 8 players
Lida Hosen
Lingerie shop owner.
Despite being an underwear retailer, Lida is always very conservatively dressed. She never wears her products, but always has a case of examples to hand.
Female · Joins at 8 players
Jean Paul Gauteebeard
French fashion designer.
With weird taste in clothing and gauche apparel, Jean Paul Gauteebeard is at the height of fashion – at least he thinks he is!
Male · Joins at 10 players
Maria Vontrapped
Singer.
Laden down with warm, woollen mittens and brown paper packages tied up with string, Maria is a bit of a shopaholic. Her favourite things take up a great deal of space.
Female · Joins at 10 players
Phil Ming
Tourist and amateur photographer.
Snap happy and with an interest in anything photographic, Phil is dressed for a holiday and always has a camera slung around his neck.
Male · Joins at 12 players
Jemma Stone
Amsterdam diamond trader.
Working with diamonds every day has turned Jemma into a bit of a magpie. She rarely travels anywhere without her jewels and sparkly dresses.
Female · Joins at 12 players
Faye Slift
Mistress of a young heir to the British throne.
A glamorous American socialite of some renown, Faye Slift is incredibly enticing and glamourous.
Female · Joins at 14 players
Al Tetude
Aircraft manufacturer.
Well-connected and a fascinating conversationalist, Al Tetude is incredibly suave in his business suit and good with the ladies.
Male · Joins at 14 players
Ena Trance
Astrologer and spiritualist.
An enigmatic lady with hidden depths, Ena Trance positively oozes luxury from her every pore.
Female · Joins at 16 players
Pablo Peacasserole
Spanish artist.
In a smock and beret, and with paintbrushes and a sketch book in hand, Pablo has an unusual way of looking at the world and is always happy to create portraits to order.
Male · Joins at 16 players
Coco Butta
Travelling cosmetics salesperson.
With glossy hair and silky skin, this high maintenance beauty is immaculately manicured, pedicured and is definitely “worth it”!
Female · Joins at 18 players
Hugh Jinnins
Captain of the English cricket team.
Resplendent in his cricket whites, Hugh Jinnins is very handsome and has a charming and witty personality.
Male · Joins at 18 players
Agatha Crispy
Crime writer.
Young and emancipated, Agatha is an eager explorer and dresses to suit an adventurous lifestyle.
Female · Joins at 20 players
Warren Pease
Retired Navy captain.
With the archetypal stiff upper lip and huge handlebar moustache, Warren positively radiates challenge and victory.
Male · Joins at 20 players
How it plays
How the event runs
Ninety minutes on Zoom, led by one of our professional actors. Your guests join from wherever they are, on a computer, tablet or phone.
What you'll need
- A Minimum of 6 Guests
- Pen and Paper (optional)
- Computer/Laptop/Phone
- A Fun Costume to get in Character (optional)
- A Keen Detective's Eye
- A Sense of Humour!
Hosted by us
We run it. You solve it.
You and your guests take on the roles of the suspects, with a host on the call to guide you through the mystery.
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A professional actor hosts
They lead your group through the clues and the questions, and our detective reveals all at the end.
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Your guests are the suspects
Everyone listens for clues and interrogates each other, because one of you committed the crime.
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Join from anywhere
It runs on Zoom, so guests can join on a computer, tablet or phone, wherever they are.
Before you buy
Frequently Asked Questions
If you can’t find an answer to your specific question do reach out via email or phone.
When can we book it for?
Any day from 7 days ahead up to 12 months ahead, starting on the hour. Times are UK time; if you're elsewhere, the booking box shows yours beside each one.
How many people can play?
Groups from six players, all on the same call from wherever they are. The booking box goes up to the largest group this game is run for; for a bigger one, call us on +44 (0)2030 112 215 and we'll sort it out.
What happens after we book?
You get an order confirmation straight away, and we send the Zoom link for your event before the night.
Will there be actors?
You and your team will be taking on the roles of the suspects in this game but you will have a host on the call to help guide you through the mystery as the inspector!
Do we need to dress up?
Costumes are encouraged but not required!
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