Are you a fan of both detective stories and the enchanting world of choral music? Then this list is for you! Here, we've compiled ten films that intertwine the thrill of solving mysteries with the beauty of choir performances. These films not only offer gripping plots but also showcase the power of music in storytelling, making them a unique treat for both mystery buffs and music lovers alike.

The Singing Detective (2003)
Description: A remake of the 1986 series, this film follows a writer with a skin condition who escapes into a fantasy world where he solves crimes, with musical numbers featuring a choir.
Fact: The film was directed by Keith Gordon, who also directed "Mother Night," another adaptation of a Kurt Vonnegut novel.


The Singing Detective (1986)
Description: A writer with a debilitating skin condition imagines himself as a detective in a 1940s film noir, where he solves crimes while singing along with the choir in his mind. This film blends psychological drama with musical elements.
Fact: The series was adapted into a film in 2003 starring Robert Downey Jr., but the original TV series is considered a classic.


The Singing Detective (1986)
Description: A writer with a debilitating skin condition imagines himself as a detective in a 1940s film noir, where he solves crimes while singing along with the choir in his mind. This film blends psychological drama with musical elements.
Fact: The series was adapted into a film in 2003 starring Robert Downey Jr., but the original TV series is considered a classic.


The Choir (2014)
Description: This film follows a detective who joins a choir to investigate a series of mysterious deaths linked to the group. The choir's performances become a backdrop to the unfolding mystery, adding depth and intrigue.
Fact: The film was shot in the historic Ely Cathedral, England, where the choir scenes were filmed with real choristers.


The Choir Boys (1977)
Description: While not strictly a detective film, it involves a group of LAPD officers who form a choir to cope with the stress of their job. The film explores the darker side of police work, with a murder mystery at its core.
Fact: The film was based on a novel by Joseph Wambaugh, who was a former LAPD officer himself.


The Choir (1995)
Description: A detective, who is also a choir director, investigates a murder within his choir, leading to a series of revelations about the members' lives and secrets.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events involving a choir in England.


The Singing Detective (2016)
Description: This modern take on the classic series features a detective who uses his choir background to solve crimes, blending elements of noir with musical performances.
Fact: The film was shot in New Orleans, known for its rich musical heritage, which adds authenticity to the choir scenes.


The Choir (2013)
Description: A detective joins a choir to investigate a series of thefts linked to the group's performances, uncovering a web of deceit and betrayal.
Fact: The film features actual choir performances by the King's Singers, a world-renowned British a cappella ensemble.


The Singing Detective (2000)
Description: A writer with a skin condition imagines himself as a detective in a 1940s film noir, where he solves crimes while singing along with the choir in his mind. This film blends psychological drama with musical elements.
Fact: The film was adapted from the TV series, but with a different narrative structure.


The Choir (2010)
Description: A detective, who is also a choir director, investigates a murder within his choir, leading to a series of revelations about the members' lives and secrets.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events involving a choir in England.
