Murder Mystery Party | 1920s Grand Gatsby Theme
$47.95
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Murder Mystery Party | 1920s Grand Gatsby Theme
A Roaring Twenties murder mystery party game for 8-15 players, ages 16+. There are up to 55 unique player roles with all three expansion packs (purchased separately). Given the time, there is not a forensic report in this game.
This is the instant download version of the game - you will have everything needed to play with the instant download - just print and prepare. There's nothing to ship, so you avoid shipping fees! For the party pack (boxed set version), click on the link below in the helpful links section.
Included: four PDF files: host instructions, game materials, solution key, and an optional free invitation file. You must use Adobe Reader (free software that you can download at Adobe.com) to view the PDF file, as a PDF is an Adobe product.
Format: this is a traditional, mingling, clue-based game for in-person groups. For virtually-formatted games that are ideal for video chat platforms, click here.
Gifting: the standard game license does not allow transfers, so you cannot purchase a download as a gift. For gifts, click here for gift certificates, or use the link below for the boxed version of the game (party pack).
This game was updated on 01/04/24. Previous versions will not 100% be seamless.
Helpful Links:
Host character list - Pinterest Board - more DIY decor and food
- Game Trailer Video
- 15-player invitation
- Sample game materials - view for the content, example plotlines, and format.
- Murder mystery prop emporium - fun murder mystery props
- 14 character Expansion pack #1 - Purchased separately
- 14 character Expansion pack #2 - Purchased after Expansion pack #1
- 12 character Expansion pack #3 - Purchased after Expansion pack #2
- Boxed version - My Mystery Party will prepare your party ready kit for you.
- Free pre-game player site (15-player game) at Your Mystery Party
Murder Mystery Synopsis:
It's the height of Prohibition in 1920s Chicago, and a mob war's brewing between the South Side Gangsters and the Northern Chicago Mob Outfit. The two ruthless crime leaders, Hal Sapone and Beanie O'Dannon, have finally agreed on bootlegging practices in Chicago and have decided to pull together resources for a collaborative effort with criminal endeavors.
On the surface, this strategy is similar to bailing out a sinking ship with tin cups.
Recently, gangsters from the north and south have been spotted together at various speakeasies throughout Chicago, but the tension in the air is always thick enough to be cut with a knife. However, this newfound relationship between the opposing mob bosses has served, thus far, to inhibit gratuitous bloodshed as in the past. Part of the success of this truce is that both crime bosses have found new dames, thereby intertwining more mutual relationships between the two factions.
The two gangs have set an official date to meet at Hal Sapone's Grand Gatsby Speakeasy to resolve all remaining differences. Will these two underground organizations resolve their disputes, or will a massive melee rekindle the fatal flames between them?
This is where your story begins.
Commercial Licensing:
If you wish to host this (or any other) game for profit, in public &/or as a benefit to your organization, you will need a commercial license - click here.
- Minimum age:
- 16 years. There are no instances of foul language, illegal drug usage, sexual innuendos.
- Difficulty rating:
- Moderate, 5/10
- Content Warning:
- Set in prohibition. Mobster content such as bootlegging, gambling, speakeasies, love triangles/affairs, violence.
- Gender of character roles:
- Co-ed
- # of players in main game:
- 8-15 players in the main game
- Expansion pack(s):
- 14 players (#1), 14 players (#2), 12 players (#3)
- Expandable team players:
- No
- Date of publication:
- January 2007. Last revised on 08/13/21
- Game license:
- Single, private use. For the game license Terms and Conditions, see below.
Reviews
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So much fun!!
This is the 3rd party we have done. They have grown each time this time we had 40+ people, Every time I have them put together the party- this time I add a few extra items for fun, I did some research on speakeasies and prohibition- many claimed to be "bookclubs" -so I had everyone bring a children's book- I sent some specific I had received from teachers on what they needed- we will donated the books to the school- the second part of that is we has someone who could not come till later- when they arrived they cam busting is saying "This is a raid!!" everyone grabbed a book like we were having a bookclub meeting, it was a nice addition. and added to the drama! I love working with them-if you have questions they are wonderful to answer and help if you need something!! We are already planning the next one- who knows we could have 60+ next time!
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Amazing
I would first like to say that even though i hosted I also did not want to know who the killer was ! The instructions was concise and we went through the party with no stress. My family and I really enjoyed this murder mystery.
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So much fun!
This was our first time doing a Murder Mystery Party. We were a little unsure of how it would go, but everyone had a blast!! The game is laid out step-by-step for the host, which makes it extremely easy to facilitate. I was the host and prepped all the materials myself versus paying to have it done. You can easily avoid reading the clue cards so you don’t know who did it! Everyone came in character and dressed up! We had 20 people total so we got the expansion pack too. I Highly recommend doing a murder mystery!
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Amazing
This game is going to be so much fun! I cannot wait to see everyone dressed up and in character. The instructions are clear and everything is all spelled out for you.
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Roaring 40th birthday party
This is the 2nd game I have purchased from you and I love the format you use. The only negative I can say about this game is there wasn't enough required players, but I understand all games can't be catered to large parties!!! So much fun, will definitely order again. Thank you, Jo
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Greatest New Year's Ever
I bought this the morning of new year's eve and got to work assembling the envelopes, etc. I let my friends know that they could look at the website and pre-select who they wanted to be or I could assign them someone. The party started and everyone had a great time. My only regret was that I wish I'd bought it sooner so I would have had time to buy a few more items (like a halo or the white paint for the victim). But it definitely did not hinder the experience at all.
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Clear directions, easy execution, fun game!
Great game for a New Years Eve party! We used 14 of the 15 players, and the roles had everyone moving around and talking so it was a great ice breaker! Required minimal prep and was maximum fun. Great game.
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Perfect for a 20’s party
This game was great. We used it for NYE as a roaring 20s into the 20s and it got everyone going. Round 1 was a little awkward and I would recommend telling guest to use gossip that they need to conceal. It was very hard to figure out “whodunit” but it all came together and made sense. As a host make sure everyone is mingling with everyone. This had so many great parts for guys and girls. Loved it. Already planning our next party
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Perfect!!
My party had the best time!!!