Who Lynched Lee Prechaun? – Large group script
The quiet little Irish town of Killfenny is both picturesque and traditional.
Lee Prechaun, the current owner of the Prechaun Family Estate, has decided to drag Killfenny into the 21st century kicking and screaming. He has plans to demolish over half the village and modernise the area with an extensive pleasure complex and designer shopping mall.
The villagers are up in arms and an urgent meeting is called in the village hall to oppose the plans. However, when the villagers arrive they find that someone has already dealt with the proposal! Lee Prechaun is dead. Strung from the rafters!
This Game is Rated:
Mature
What is included?
Example pre-printed boxed set
Reviews:
How it works:
How a large group works
These games require 7-13 cast and involve the rest of the audience by getting them to ask pre-set questions – which are provided to them on paper by the inspector at the start of each round.
They run in a similar way to a dinner party, so are an ideal first choice for novice hosts and acing teams with little or no experience running large scale events.
These games work best as a sit down event with 6-12 tables of guests, with a suspect on each table.
As a rough guide these mysteries take approximately 2-3 hours to complete with a three course meal.
During the game the audience will listen to five short sets of dialogue from the cast and pose pre-scripted questions (which the cast answer with pre-scripted answers). There are three rounds which can be evenly spread throughout the night or, if preferred, the question and answer rounds can be bunched together into one large round.
At the end of the final round the guests are given time to decide who is the murderer, and once the guests have decided who did it, how and why (i.e. the murderer and motive) they will complete the answer sheet and hand it in.
How these games usually run.
Introductory Round: Introductions by the cast and the facilitator “inspector character”.
Rounds 1, 2 and 3: Scripted dialogue from the cast, followed by pre-set questions and answers.
Concluding Statements and solution: conclusions by the cast and denouement from the inspector.
There is one “inspector character” who acts as facilitator during the event and is essential to the cast.
Reducing the cast size will reduce the length of time required to solve the mystery.
How does a “download and print at home” kit work?
Each “download and print at home” kit is provided as a zip file containing a set of PDF files for you to print at home, and a selection of MP3 files to use on the night.
Each dinner party game requires use of a printer and A4 paper (approx. 80 sheets for a 6 player kit – 240 sheets for a 20 player kit), envelopes so you can send out your invitations, and either a laptop or MP3 player (e.g. an ipod) to play the inspector MP3s; OR a CD burner so you can burn the MP3s onto a CD to run in an ordinary CD player.
When you order the game you’ll be sent a link to download the files you need. The file will be a zip file. This can be opened with a zip compatible program on your computer. If you struggle to open zip files – we can email you the game directly over several emails instead – just contact us after purchase to arrange this.
You will download the following files:
- How to use this game
- Instructions for running the murder mystery
- Making the most of your theme- ideas for decoration / activities.
- Invitations
- Character Booklets (available in single sided printer and double sided printer format)
- Scripted for the inspector character (available in single sided printer and double sided printer format)
- Solution script for the inspector character (needed when printing from the single sided copy)
- MP3 files for the inspector character (dialogue and solution)
- Hints and tips
- Recipe suggestions
- Money off voucher towards next purchase
How does a “Pre-printed box set” work?
This is the easiest way to play. Everything you need will arrive in a box, pre-printed, directly to your door.
You will receive through the post:
- Instruction booklet (includes hints and tips)
- Invitations and envelopes for all the guests
- Character booklets
- CD of the inspector
- Inspector script in a sealed envelope so you don’t find out the solution by accident!
- Making the most of your theme and recipe suggestion booklet.
- Money off voucher towards next purchase (printed inside the booklets)
We always ship within 24 hours meaning orders arrive as quickly as possible.
As each game is printed on demand, we can also provide a customisation service on any order. See details further down the page on what we can do to tailor this game to your party.
Characters in the game:
Inspector Jimmy Crikey – The policeman responsible for solving the crime
Efficient in his own peculiar way, Inspector Jimmy Crikey has an unusual method of solving crimes – he involves everyone!
Michael Flatfeet – Irish Dancer
Inventor of Riverbounce, Michael is always dressed in black trousers and a silky shirt, ready to high kick in time to any music.
Molly Malone – Fishmonger
A pretty girl despite her apron, Molly is a bit of a heart throb and rarely without her cockles and mussels alive alive-o.
Father Ned – Priest
In dog collar and typical black attire, Father Ned is a quietly spoken kind gentleman with a strong streak of sarcasm.
Dani Boye – Irish Singer
Ethnically dressed, and blessed with her own guitar, Dani cannot help but break into song even when the pipes, the pipes aren’t playing.
Toby Shure – Estate Labourer
A hard worker in checked shirt, Toby is rarely seen without his barrow, spade or plough.
Ginny Ess – Pub landlady
A fiery red-head, Ginny’s smile compliments her ample bust and barmaid appearance.
Inspector Jimmy Crikey – The policeman responsible for solving the crime
Efficient in his own peculiar way, Inspector Jimmy Crikey has an unusual method of solving crimes – he involves everyone!
Michael Flatfeet – Irish Dancer
Inventor of Riverbounce, Michael is always dressed in black trousers and a silky shirt, ready to high kick in time to any music.
Molly Malone – Fishmonger
A pretty girl despite her apron, Molly is a bit of a heart throb and rarely without her cockles and mussels alive alive-o.
Father Ned – Priest
In dog collar and typical black attire, Father Ned is a quietly spoken kind gentleman with a strong streak of sarcasm.
Dani Boye – Irish Singer
Ethnically dressed, and blessed with her own guitar, Dani cannot help but break into song even when the pipes, the pipes aren’t playing.
Toby Shure – Estate Labourer
A hard worker in checked shirt, Toby is rarely seen without his barrow, spade or plough.
Ginny Ess – Pub landlady
A fiery red-head, Ginny’s smile compliments her ample bust and barmaid appearance.
Seamus All – Jockey
Rarely without his riding hat, and often seen in jodhpurs Seamus’ colours are as popular on the racing field, as he is with the girls.
Anna Domini – Historian
A specialist in the Book of Kells, Anna is as ornamented as the letters she researches, with clashing colours and gold decorative touches.
Inspector Jimmy Crikey – The policeman responsible for solving the crime
Efficient in his own peculiar way, Inspector Jimmy Crikey has an unusual method of solving crimes – he involves everyone!
Michael Flatfeet – Irish Dancer
Inventor of Riverbounce, Michael is always dressed in black trousers and a silky shirt, ready to high kick in time to any music.
Molly Malone – Fishmonger
A pretty girl despite her apron, Molly is a bit of a heart throb and rarely without her cockles and mussels alive alive-o.
Father Ned – Priest
In dog collar and typical black attire, Father Ned is a quietly spoken kind gentleman with a strong streak of sarcasm.
Dani Boye – Irish Singer
Ethnically dressed, and blessed with her own guitar, Dani cannot help but break into song even when the pipes, the pipes aren’t playing.
Toby Shure – Estate Labourer
A hard worker in checked shirt, Toby is rarely seen without his barrow, spade or plough.
Ginny Ess – Pub landlady
A fiery red-head, Ginny’s smile compliments her ample bust and barmaid appearance.
Seamus All – Jockey
Rarely without his riding hat, and often seen in jodhpurs Seamus’ colours are as popular on the racing field, as he is with the girls.
Anna Domini – Historian
A specialist in the Book of Kells, Anna is as ornamented as the letters she researches, with clashing colours and gold decorative touches.
Pat Ayto – Potato Farmer
In wellies and waterproof jacket, Pat is ready to dig in any condition and like his tatties is a little grubby round the edges.
Sister Rose Ariee – Nun
In her habit, Sister Rose Ariee is a perfectionist and a little too saintly to be true.
Inspector Jimmy Crikey – The policeman responsible for solving the crime
Efficient in his own peculiar way, Inspector Jimmy Crikey has an unusual method of solving crimes – he involves everyone!
Michael Flatfeet – Irish Dancer
Inventor of Riverbounce, Michael is always dressed in black trousers and a silky shirt, ready to high kick in time to any music.
Molly Malone – Fishmonger
A pretty girl despite her apron, Molly is a bit of a heart throb and rarely without her cockles and mussels alive alive-o.
Father Ned – Priest
In dog collar and typical black attire, Father Ned is a quietly spoken kind gentleman with a strong streak of sarcasm.
Dani Boye – Irish Singer
Ethnically dressed, and blessed with her own guitar, Dani cannot help but break into song even when the pipes, the pipes aren’t playing.
Toby Shure – Estate Labourer
A hard worker in checked shirt, Toby is rarely seen without his barrow, spade or plough.
Ginny Ess – Pub landlady
A fiery red-head, Ginny’s smile compliments her ample bust and barmaid appearance.
Seamus All – Jockey
Rarely without his riding hat, and often seen in jodhpurs Seamus’ colours are as popular on the racing field, as he is with the girls.
Anna Domini – Historian
A specialist in the Book of Kells, Anna is as ornamented as the letters she researches, with clashing colours and gold decorative touches.
Pat Ayto – Potato Farmer
In wellies and waterproof jacket, Pat is ready to dig in any condition and like his tatties is a little grubby round the edges.
Sister Rose Ariee – Nun
In her habit, Sister Rose Ariee is a perfectionist and a little too saintly to be true.
Murphy Slaw – Mad Cap inventor
Accident prone and dressed in tweed, Murphy’s behaviour is sometimes as erratic as his hair.
Leticia Limerick – Poet
Relaxed and informal, Leticia is as homespun as you can get, but always carries around a notebook and pen to record any worthwhile muse.
