Tag Archives: based on the book series

Curious Caterer: Grilling Season (2022) Rated TV-PG

Posted on September 16, 2023 by laurarachel4

 Caterer Goldy Berry reunites with Detective Schultz when a realtor is murdered. Based on the book series by Diane Mott Davidson. Starring Nikki Deloach, Andrew W. Walker, and Jaycie Dotin.  This new Hallmark mystery series is becoming a favorite. I’m … Continue reading →

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Inferno (2016) Rated PG-13

Posted on February 22, 2023 by laurarachel4

Robert Langdon wakes up with amnesia and teams up with Dr. Brooks, who’s fighting against a deadly global plot. Based on the book series by Dan Brown. Starring Tom Hanks, Felicity Jones, and Omar Sy. I have never read any … Continue reading →

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Midsomer Murders (ITV) Rated TV-14

Posted on March 4, 2021 by laurarachel4

A veteran detective and his young sergeant investigate murders around their small community, Midsomer County. Based on the book series by Caroline Graham. Starring John Nettles, Jane Wymark, and Barry Jackson. This series is a lighthearted romp through a murder mystery. It’s … Continue reading →

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The Magicians (SYFY) Rated TV-14

Posted on March 3, 2021 by laurarachel4

A group of students are recruited to a secret academy where they learn that the magic they believe is fiction is, in fact, real. Based on the book series by Lev Grossman. Starring Stella Maeve, Hale Appleman, and Arjun Gupta. … Continue reading →

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Shadowhunters (Freeform) Rated TV-14

Posted on September 22, 2020 by laurarachel4

On her birthday, after the disappearance of her mother, Clary learns she has a gift that is supernatural. Based on the book series by Cassandra Clare. Starring Katherine McNamara, Dominic Sherwood, and Alberto Rosende. This series is one that is made for … Continue reading →

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Murder, She Baked: A Plum Pudding Mystery (2015) Rated NR

Posted on September 2, 2020 by laurarachel4

At Christmas, Hannah comes to the bakery to check on things only to discover another body. Based on the book by Joanna Fluke. Starring  Alison Sweeney, Cameron Mathison, and Barbara Niven. This is another great story of the series, Murder She Baked, … Continue reading →

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Longmire (A&E) Rated NR

Posted on February 14, 2020 by laurarachel4

 Longmire is a dedicated sheriff in Wyoming following the death of his wife he faces his job with a brave face and a dry wit. Based on the book series by Craig Johnson. Starring Robert Taylor, Katee Sackhoff, Lou Diamond … Continue reading →

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Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector (NBC) Rated TV-14

Posted on February 12, 2020 by laurarachel4

A retired forensic criminologist teams up with a young detective to catch America’s criminals. Based on the book series by Jeffery Deaver. Starring Claire Coffee, Russell Hornsby, and Arielle Kebbel. This film is based on the book and film of … Continue reading →

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Annihilation (2018) Rated R

Posted on June 20, 2018 by laurarachel4

A biologist heads off on a secret expedition where the laws of nature don’t apply. Based on the book series, The Southern Reach, by Jeff VanderMeer. Starring Natalie Portman, Benedict Wong, and Sonoya Mizuno. The film has fantastic cinematography; its visual … Continue reading →

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The Secret Circle (CW)

Posted on September 21, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated NR Based on the young adult series by L. J. Smith, the same writer as The Vampire Diaries. The show focuses on Cassie Blake, a teenager who learns she comes from a long line of witches. Starring Britt Robertson, … Continue reading →

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