‘If it’s tuesday, it’s murder’ lands on disney+—and season 2 is already confirmed
Forget cliffhangers that leave you stranded. Disney+’s latest Spanish import, If It’s Tuesday, It’s Murder (Si es Martes, es Asesinato), has arrived with a distinct advantage: a second season is already locked in. This is a rarity in the current streaming landscape, and a welcome one for devotees of the classic whodunit.
A refreshing take on the 'who done it?'
The series deftly blends the familiar tropes of the ‘who done it?’ genre with a brisk, modern pace. We’re plunged headfirst into a sun-drenched Lisbon vacation gone horribly wrong, where a group of mystery-loving tourists find themselves embroiled in a real-life investigation. One of their own is found dead shortly after arrival, and four amateur sleuths decide to take matters into their own hands—a decision that proves far more complicated than they initially anticipated.
The narrative unfolds across eight episodes, each dedicated to a different day of the vacation, mirroring the structure of a week-long thriller. But this isn't mere aesthetic; each episode offers a glimpse of Lisbon's stunning locales—from crumbling hotels to vibrant city squares—providing a visual feast alongside the mounting suspense. The stakes escalate as the investigators navigate suspicious locals, the ever-watchful Portuguese police, and the looming threat of expulsion, all while grappling with their own carefully guarded secrets. The domino effect of suspicion is palpable, and no one is truly safe.
The cast is a compelling mix of established Spanish talent, including Álex García (Antidisturbios), Inma Cuesta (Arde Madrid), and Ana Wagener (a Goya Award winner), alongside Portuguese actors Paulo Pires and Adriano Carvalho. The series marks a collaboration between Disney+ and LAZONA, the production house behind the immensely popular Ocho Apellidos Vascos, suggesting a keen eye for accessible, character-driven storytelling. The creative team, led by Carlos Vila (Los Misterios de Laura) and Salvador Calvo (Goya Award winner for Adú), has delivered a meticulously crafted mystery that avoids the pitfalls of convoluted plotting, instead opting for a satisfyingly intricate puzzle.
Premiering at the 29th edition of the Málaga Film Festival, If It’s Tuesday, It’s Murder has already garnered considerable buzz. Now, with the full first season available on Disney+, it's poised to become the streaming platform’s next must-watch mystery.
The assured renewal of season two underscores the series' immediate appeal — a testament to the enduring power of a well-executed whodunit and a strong indication that your next binge-watching obsession has arrived.