Once Upon a Murder
Fairy Tale Murder Mystery
From: £22.99
- Virtual Video Inspector
- Instant download option available
- Can be played in person & Virtually
- Easy to change number of players after purchase*
Interactive Fairy Tale Murder Mystery Party Kit:
Once Upon a Murder, our Fairy Tale Murder Mystery Dinner Party Game Kit for 6 to 20 Players, is available as a downloadable print-at-home kit, and has been carefully crafted to involve both yourself as host and all of your guests.
Once Upon a Murder Storyline:
Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall…but no! Humpty didn’t fall. He was pushed!
Which of these familiar fairy tale and nursery rhyme characters is the perpetrator? Can you solve this scrambled case?
Play our fairy tale murder mystery Once Upon a Murder to find out!
Download our Free Editable Invitation
To make planning your party easy we have created a Free invitation download customised for each game.
- Ready and easy to edit PDF
- Download and fill in your guest names and event information
- Save and send by email or messenger
- Fill in digitally and print
- Print and fill in by hand
Video Inspector Included in all Murder Mystery Kits
Meet your detective
Each round your detective revels clues and helps you solve the case.
Video detective is included in all our games as an option the detective can also be played by a guest the host or as an audio recording.
Download Samples
Introducing the suspects
Old King Cole – the monarch. (Male)
Complete with crown and a chain of office draped over a traditional fairy tale ensemble, Old King Cole is a merry old soul, but that jolly demeanour could just be an act.
Dread Pirate – the pirate. (Gender Neutral)
This masked pirate is a recent newcomer to Happily Ever After.
Jack – the beanstalk climber. (Male)
Strong, brave and true, Jack is dressed for his next climb and carries a pouch holding his magic beans.
Alice – the investigative journalist.(Female)
With a crumpled trenchcoat over her blue dress, Alice is a reporter determined to satisfy her curiosity.
Queen Grimhilde (QG) – the business executive.(Female)
The CEO and owner of Fairest of Them All Cosmetics, this former wicked queen is dressed in a sharp business suit.
Blind Mouse – the runner.(Gender Neutral)
Even though this furry creature wears dark glasses, they can run circles around most people.
Old King Cole – the monarch. (Male)
Complete with crown and a chain of office draped over a traditional fairy tale ensemble, Old King Cole is a merry old soul, but that jolly demeanour could just be an act.
Dread Pirate – the pirate. (Gender Neutral)
This masked pirate is a recent newcomer to Happily Ever After.
Jack – the beanstalk climber. (Male)
Strong, brave and true, Jack is dressed for his next climb and carries a pouch holding his magic beans.
Alice – the investigative journalist.(Female)
With a crumpled trenchcoat over her blue dress, Alice is a reporter determined to satisfy her curiosity.
Queen Grimhilde (QG) – the business executive.(Female)
The CEO and owner of Fairest of Them All Cosmetics, this former wicked queen is dressed in a sharp business suit.
Blind Mouse – the runner.(Gender Neutral)
Even though this furry creature wears dark glasses, they can run circles around most people.
Queen of Hearts – the croquet player and baker of tarts.(Female)
If you want to keep your head, you’ll agree with this heart-bedecked Queen!
King of Hearts – the judge.(Male)
This king wears his heart on his crown, not on his sleeve. He always knows which card to play.
Old King Cole – the monarch. (Male)
Complete with crown and a chain of office draped over a traditional fairy tale ensemble, Old King Cole is a merry old soul, but that jolly demeanour could just be an act.
Dread Pirate – the pirate. (Gender Neutral)
This masked pirate is a recent newcomer to Happily Ever After.
Jack – the beanstalk climber. (Male)
Strong, brave and true, Jack is dressed for his next climb and carries a pouch holding his magic beans.
Alice – the investigative journalist.(Female)
With a crumpled trenchcoat over her blue dress, Alice is a reporter determined to satisfy her curiosity.
Queen Grimhilde (QG) – the business executive.(Female)
The CEO and owner of Fairest of Them All Cosmetics, this former wicked queen is dressed in a sharp business suit.
Blind Mouse – the runner.(Gender Neutral)
Even though this furry creature wears dark glasses, they can run circles around most people.
Queen of Hearts – the croquet player and baker of tarts.(Female)
If you want to keep your head, you’ll agree with this heart-bedecked Queen!
King of Hearts – the judge.(Male)
This king wears his heart on his crown, not on his sleeve. He always knows which card to play.
Miss Muffet – the tuffet sitter.(Female)
Miss Muffet is dressed in her dairymaid’s outfit and is on the constant lookout for spiders.
Mr R. – the dealmaker.(Male)
Secretive and private, Mr. R is a puzzle to many. He wears brown knee britches with boots and a soft felt green hat is perched above his pointed ears.
Old King Cole – the monarch. (Male)
Complete with crown and a chain of office draped over a traditional fairy tale ensemble, Old King Cole is a merry old soul, but that jolly demeanour could just be an act.
Dread Pirate – the pirate. (Gender Neutral)
This masked pirate is a recent newcomer to Happily Ever After.
Jack – the beanstalk climber. (Male)
Strong, brave and true, Jack is dressed for his next climb and carries a pouch holding his magic beans.
Alice – the investigative journalist.(Female)
With a crumpled trenchcoat over her blue dress, Alice is a reporter determined to satisfy her curiosity.
Queen Grimhilde (QG) – the business executive.(Female)
The CEO and owner of Fairest of Them All Cosmetics, this former wicked queen is dressed in a sharp business suit.
Blind Mouse – the runner.(Gender Neutral)
Even though this furry creature wears dark glasses, they can run circles around most people.
Queen of Hearts – the croquet player and baker of tarts.(Female)
If you want to keep your head, you’ll agree with this heart-bedecked Queen!
King of Hearts – the judge.(Male)
This king wears his heart on his crown, not on his sleeve. He always knows which card to play.
Miss Muffet – the tuffet sitter.(Female)
Miss Muffet is dressed in her dairymaid’s outfit and is on the constant lookout for spiders.
Mr R. – the dealmaker.(Male)
Secretive and private, Mr. R is a puzzle to many. He wears brown knee britches with boots and a soft felt green hat is perched above his pointed ears.
Grumpy Dwarf – the yoga instructor.(Male)
Grumpy Dwarf is dressed in his yoga workout kit.
Bo Peep – the shepherdess.(Female)
Bo Peep is a gentle, quiet soul. She has blonde curls, a ruffled dress, pantaloons and carries a shepherd’s hook.
Old King Cole – the monarch. (Male)
Complete with crown and a chain of office draped over a traditional fairy tale ensemble, Old King Cole is a merry old soul, but that jolly demeanour could just be an act.
Dread Pirate – the pirate. (Gender Neutral)
This masked pirate is a recent newcomer to Happily Ever After.
Jack – the beanstalk climber. (Male)
Strong, brave and true, Jack is dressed for his next climb and carries a pouch holding his magic beans.
Alice – the investigative journalist.(Female)
With a crumpled trenchcoat over her blue dress, Alice is a reporter determined to satisfy her curiosity.
Queen Grimhilde (QG) – the business executive.(Female)
The CEO and owner of Fairest of Them All Cosmetics, this former wicked queen is dressed in a sharp business suit.
Blind Mouse – the runner.(Gender Neutral)
Even though this furry creature wears dark glasses, they can run circles around most people.
Queen of Hearts – the croquet player and baker of tarts.(Female)
If you want to keep your head, you’ll agree with this heart-bedecked Queen!
King of Hearts – the judge.(Male)
This king wears his heart on his crown, not on his sleeve. He always knows which card to play.
Miss Muffet – the tuffet sitter.(Female)
Miss Muffet is dressed in her dairymaid’s outfit and is on the constant lookout for spiders.
Mr R. – the dealmaker.(Male)
Secretive and private, Mr. R is a puzzle to many. He wears brown knee britches with boots and a soft felt green hat is perched above his pointed ears.
Grumpy Dwarf – the yoga instructor.(Male)
Grumpy Dwarf is dressed in his yoga workout kit.
Bo Peep – the shepherdess.(Female)
Bo Peep is a gentle, quiet soul. She has blonde curls, a ruffled dress, pantaloons and carries a shepherd’s hook.
Minnie Kiddies – the shoe-dweller and mother of many.(Female)
Never without her baby monitor, Minnie wears loose, comfortable clothes which suit her life of running after her many children.
Farmer MacDonald – the farmer.(Male)
Hardwearing jeans, a plaid workshirt and wellies are the clothing choices of this proud Scottish farmer. E-I-E-I-O.
Old King Cole – the monarch. (Male)
Complete with crown and a chain of office draped over a traditional fairy tale ensemble, Old King Cole is a merry old soul, but that jolly demeanour could just be an act.
Dread Pirate – the pirate. (Gender Neutral)
This masked pirate is a recent newcomer to Happily Ever After.
Jack – the beanstalk climber. (Male)
Strong, brave and true, Jack is dressed for his next climb and carries a pouch holding his magic beans.
Alice – the investigative journalist.(Female)
With a crumpled trenchcoat over her blue dress, Alice is a reporter determined to satisfy her curiosity.
Queen Grimhilde (QG) – the business executive.(Female)
The CEO and owner of Fairest of Them All Cosmetics, this former wicked queen is dressed in a sharp business suit.
Blind Mouse – the runner.(Gender Neutral)
Even though this furry creature wears dark glasses, they can run circles around most people.
Queen of Hearts – the croquet player and baker of tarts.(Female)
If you want to keep your head, you’ll agree with this heart-bedecked Queen!
King of Hearts – the judge.(Male)
This king wears his heart on his crown, not on his sleeve. He always knows which card to play.
Miss Muffet – the tuffet sitter.(Female)
Miss Muffet is dressed in her dairymaid’s outfit and is on the constant lookout for spiders.
Mr R. – the dealmaker.(Male)
Secretive and private, Mr. R is a puzzle to many. He wears brown knee britches with boots and a soft felt green hat is perched above his pointed ears.
Grumpy Dwarf – the yoga instructor.(Male)
Grumpy Dwarf is dressed in his yoga workout kit.
Bo Peep – the shepherdess.(Female)
Bo Peep is a gentle, quiet soul. She has blonde curls, a ruffled dress, pantaloons and carries a shepherd’s hook.
Minnie Kiddies – the shoe-dweller and mother of many.(Female)
Never without her baby monitor, Minnie wears loose, comfortable clothes which suit her life of running after her many children.
Farmer MacDonald – the farmer.(Male)
Hardwearing jeans, a plaid workshirt and wellies are the clothing choices of this proud Scottish farmer. E-I-E-I-O.
Cinderella – the princess.(Female)
Life is looking good for Cinderella and so is she in a sequined dress, tiara and non-glass shoes.
Mr Wolf – the wolf.(Male)
Dressed in a grey, loose-fitting tracksuit and trainers, Mr. Wolf is fond of snacks, especially those wearing red hoods!
Old King Cole – the monarch. (Male)
Complete with crown and a chain of office draped over a traditional fairy tale ensemble, Old King Cole is a merry old soul, but that jolly demeanour could just be an act.
Dread Pirate – the pirate. (Gender Neutral)
This masked pirate is a recent newcomer to Happily Ever After.
Jack – the beanstalk climber. (Male)
Strong, brave and true, Jack is dressed for his next climb and carries a pouch holding his magic beans.
Alice – the investigative journalist.(Female)
With a crumpled trenchcoat over her blue dress, Alice is a reporter determined to satisfy her curiosity.
Queen Grimhilde (QG) – the business executive.(Female)
The CEO and owner of Fairest of Them All Cosmetics, this former wicked queen is dressed in a sharp business suit.
Blind Mouse – the runner.(Gender Neutral)
Even though this furry creature wears dark glasses, they can run circles around most people.
Queen of Hearts – the croquet player and baker of tarts.(Female)
If you want to keep your head, you’ll agree with this heart-bedecked Queen!
King of Hearts – the judge.(Male)
This king wears his heart on his crown, not on his sleeve. He always knows which card to play.
Miss Muffet – the tuffet sitter.(Female)
Miss Muffet is dressed in her dairymaid’s outfit and is on the constant lookout for spiders.
Mr R. – the dealmaker.(Male)
Secretive and private, Mr. R is a puzzle to many. He wears brown knee britches with boots and a soft felt green hat is perched above his pointed ears.
Grumpy Dwarf – the yoga instructor.(Male)
Grumpy Dwarf is dressed in his yoga workout kit.
Bo Peep – the shepherdess.(Female)
Bo Peep is a gentle, quiet soul. She has blonde curls, a ruffled dress, pantaloons and carries a shepherd’s hook.
Minnie Kiddies – the shoe-dweller and mother of many.(Female)
Never without her baby monitor, Minnie wears loose, comfortable clothes which suit her life of running after her many children.
Farmer MacDonald – the farmer.(Male)
Hardwearing jeans, a plaid workshirt and wellies are the clothing choices of this proud Scottish farmer. E-I-E-I-O.
Cinderella – the princess.(Female)
Life is looking good for Cinderella and so is she in a sequined dress, tiara and non-glass shoes.
Mr Wolf – the wolf.(Male)
Dressed in a grey, loose-fitting tracksuit and trainers, Mr. Wolf is fond of snacks, especially those wearing red hoods!
Vacca – the moon jumper.(Female)
Looking striking in her black and white outfit, Vacca is a cow with leaping ambitions.
Simon – the pieman.(Male)
In his chef’s hat and business suit, this pieman knows the secret to success is to keep it simple.
Old King Cole – the monarch. (Male)
Complete with crown and a chain of office draped over a traditional fairy tale ensemble, Old King Cole is a merry old soul, but that jolly demeanour could just be an act.
Dread Pirate – the pirate. (Gender Neutral)
This masked pirate is a recent newcomer to Happily Ever After.
Jack – the beanstalk climber. (Male)
Strong, brave and true, Jack is dressed for his next climb and carries a pouch holding his magic beans.
Alice – the investigative journalist.(Female)
With a crumpled trenchcoat over her blue dress, Alice is a reporter determined to satisfy her curiosity.
Queen Grimhilde (QG) – the business executive.(Female)
The CEO and owner of Fairest of Them All Cosmetics, this former wicked queen is dressed in a sharp business suit.
Blind Mouse – the runner.(Gender Neutral)
Even though this furry creature wears dark glasses, they can run circles around most people.
Queen of Hearts – the croquet player and baker of tarts.(Female)
If you want to keep your head, you’ll agree with this heart-bedecked Queen!
King of Hearts – the judge.(Male)
This king wears his heart on his crown, not on his sleeve. He always knows which card to play.
Miss Muffet – the tuffet sitter.(Female)
Miss Muffet is dressed in her dairymaid’s outfit and is on the constant lookout for spiders.
Mr R. – the dealmaker.(Male)
Secretive and private, Mr. R is a puzzle to many. He wears brown knee britches with boots and a soft felt green hat is perched above his pointed ears.
Grumpy Dwarf – the yoga instructor.(Male)
Grumpy Dwarf is dressed in his yoga workout kit.
Bo Peep – the shepherdess.(Female)
Bo Peep is a gentle, quiet soul. She has blonde curls, a ruffled dress, pantaloons and carries a shepherd’s hook.
Minnie Kiddies – the shoe-dweller and mother of many.(Female)
Never without her baby monitor, Minnie wears loose, comfortable clothes which suit her life of running after her many children.
Farmer MacDonald – the farmer.(Male)
Hardwearing jeans, a plaid workshirt and wellies are the clothing choices of this proud Scottish farmer. E-I-E-I-O.
Cinderella – the princess.(Female)
Life is looking good for Cinderella and so is she in a sequined dress, tiara and non-glass shoes.
Mr Wolf – the wolf.(Male)
Dressed in a grey, loose-fitting tracksuit and trainers, Mr. Wolf is fond of snacks, especially those wearing red hoods!
Vacca – the moon jumper.(Female)
Looking striking in her black and white outfit, Vacca is a cow with leaping ambitions.
Simon – the pieman.(Male)
In his chef’s hat and business suit, this pieman knows the secret to success is to keep it simple.
Blue Fairy – Pinocchio’s wish granter. (Female)
This blue-haired fairy is tired of granting people’s wishes and is ready to grant a few of her own. She wears ripped blue jeans and blue lipstick.
C.P. – the pig who built his house of bricks.(Male)
C.P. isn’t bothered by anyone huffing and puffing. He wears overalls, a dusty shirt and a pig nose would not be out of place, since he is one!
FAQ's
How long does it take to play a murder mystery game?
How long a murder mystery game takes to play depends on the number of players, the format (virtual or face-to-face), and other factors like eating and drinking consumption.
- Virtual games: Approximately 10 minutes per suspect (e.g., 1 hour for 6 players, 80 minutes for 8 players). A 20-player game on Zoom can be finished in 2 hours with a faster pace.
- Face-to-face games: Typically take 2–3½ hours when combined with a meal, but can vary depending on how relaxed the dining is. Adding ad-libbing, general conversation, can extend the duration.
- Quick large-group games: Custom “suspect/witness” split formats can reduce game time and maintain pace.
On average, dinner party muder mystery games take 2–3½ hours depending on circumstances.
You can find a more in-depth answer with more examples here.
Can the host play a Murder Mystery Game as well?
Yes the host can play. We designed our games to give you options when using our murder mystery games as a host you can decide to either
- Play the inspector
- Play a character
- Play a character AND the inspector.
- Just play host and use the recorded Video or Audio inspector.
How long will it take for my murder mystery game to arrive?
For downloadable kits delivery is instant. As soon as you clear check out you’ll be able to download your order.
If you order a CUSTOM version of a game – the first kit you will be able to access will be the original order. This is because we manually sit and adjust the games in the office when they’re ordered, so any customsation requires human input. This means the customisation will be done as soon as we can do it. Usually this is within 2 working days and once finished we email it to you. However we know how people like to plan… so the website delivers the original game immediately and we follow this up manually with an adjusted copy as soon as we’ve finished the work!
We are sensitive to the environment so rather than cutting down thousands of trees and holding stock, we print on demand.
This means printed order requests are handled within 24-48 hours and they’re usually dispatched as soon as they’re printed.
We work a 5 day week in the retail team. This means orders are shipped Monday through Friday.
Can I play this game with an odd number of guests e.g. 7 or 9 etc?
Yes, our games can be played in odd group sizes. We have a few options on how to do this:
- One guest can play as the inspector. In this case, a game for 8 players would suit a party of 9, for example. The option for a guest to play the inspector is included in all our Murder Mystery game kits.
- Ask us to adjust the game for you. We can make a number of changes to our games to fit your party; in most cases, this is by removing a character. There is a charge for this service, and it can be ordered when buying your game. Just order the size bigger than you need and use the customise game option to choose to remove one character.
- Get creative with your casting; people can share roles, or someone can play two characters.
Pre-Printed box set
Whats in the box
- Character Booklets
- Invitations & Envelopes
- Full instructions with hosting guide
- Theme and recipe suggestions
- Inspector script also available as MP3 and video
Need something bespoke?
Customise this game
This game can be customised to fit your event for an additional fee.
It’s hard to give “ball park” figures for what different customisations would cost however we’ve attempted to HERE.
Please do contact us for a free quote if you would like any customisations on your game before purchase.
Remember… if you just need 1 extra person, or 1 less person, why not have someone play the inspector role?
The inspector can usually be male or female as the “for real” inspector can simply invent a new name for themselves.
Some hosts prefer to play the inspector role as it means they can work on the catering while the round plays out amongst their guests.
Game Age Rating
Teen
This Game Contains
A murder – violence suggested.
Comic Mischief – Depictions or dialogue involving slapstick or suggestive humour.
Suggestive Themes – Mild provocative references or materials and sexual innuendo.
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