Netflix’s “Who Killed Santa? A Murderville Murder Mystery” is a hilarious holiday special perfect for some festive entertainment. But is it appropriate for the whole family? This Who Killed Santa? parents guide breaks down the content, so you can make an informed decision.
“Who Killed Santa? A Murderville Murder Mystery,” released on Netflix on December 15th, is a spin-off of the “Murderville” series, starring Will Arnett. The one-hour special features guest stars Jason Bateman and Maya Rudolph, who must improvise their way through a murder investigation to discover who killed Santa.
What Parents Need to Know: A Guide to Murderville’s Holiday Special
To help you decide if “Who Killed Santa?” is right for your family, here’s a breakdown of the content:
Storyline: Detective Terry Seattle (Will Arnett) is tasked with solving the murder of Santa Claus. With the help of celebrity guests Jason Bateman and Maya Rudolph, who are kept in the dark about the script, they must improvise their way through the case and identify the killer.
Language: This special contains frequent strong language, including words like f*ck, sh*t, b*tch, a**, a**h*le, d*ck, d*mn, and crap. Phrases like “Jesus Christ” and “For Christ’s sake” are also used.
Mature Content: Beyond the language, parents should be aware of potentially disturbing content. This includes a scene where Santa is stabbed with a candy cane, which might be upsetting to younger viewers. Additionally, there is a brief scene with a male character who is fully nude. While his penis is blurred, his bare backside is visible. Characters are also shown drinking alcohol.
Is “Who Killed Santa?” a Good Choice for Family Viewing?
“Who Killed Santa? A Murderville Murder Mystery” follows the same format as the original “Murderville” series. Detective Terry Seattle improvises with celebrity guests to solve a murder – in this case, the murder of Santa Claus.
One of the strongest aspects of the show is Will Arnett’s performance. He shines as the sarcastic detective, pushing the guest stars to embrace the absurdity of the story. Bateman and Rudolph embrace the improvisation and create some very funny moments. The special also has some surprising cameos that viewers will enjoy. The show allows viewers to engage in the mystery, take note of clues, and make their own guesses as to who killed Santa.
