If your idea of a perfect evening involves a glass of wine, a charming small town full of secrets, and a whodunit that actually makes you laugh out loud — Acorn TV just delivered exactly what you need. You’re Killing Me, the new original mystery series starring Brooke Shields, premiered on May 18, 2026, and it’s already shaping up to be one of the most enjoyable new shows of the year. Think Murder She Wrote, but with a Gen Z podcaster, sharper writing, and Brooke Shields at her absolute best.
What You’re Killing Me Is About
Set in the picture-perfect fictional New England coastal town of Founders’ Cove, the six-episode series follows Allie Chandler (Shields), a bestselling crime novelist whose life takes an unexpected turn when a close friend is murdered. Suddenly, Allie finds herself doing what she’s only ever written about — actually investigating a real murder case.
To make things more complicated (and more fun) she’s forced to team up with Andi Walker (played by Amalia Williamson), an ambitious young true-crime podcaster who sees every clue as content for her next episode. The two couldn’t be more different. Allie is a polished, divorced mother of a grown son with a gorgeous gray-shingled home overlooking the harbor. Andi is sharp, scrappy, and very much of the “record everything first, ask questions later” generation.
Rounding out the main cast is Tom Cavanagh (Golden Globe-nominated; The Flash, Ed) as Jack Kerrigan, the new lead detective of the Founders’ Cove Police Department — a city slicker doing his best to crack the code of small-town life.
Brooke Shields: Star and Executive Producer
Here’s what makes this project different from just another television appearance: Shields is not just the lead – she’s also an executive producer of the series, which speaks volumes about how invested she is in bringing this story to life.
And bring it to life she does. Speaking to Parade ahead of the premiere, Shields was clear about the tone she wanted: “It is a mystery, but it’s pretty darn funny, I have to say. Love the comedy in it.”
This is, in many ways, the role Shields has been waiting for. The actress has long been open about her love of physical comedy, and her frustration that Hollywood spent decades casting her as a sex symbol rather than giving her space to be genuinely funny. In an interview with AARP, she reflected on that journey: “But that wasn’t what people wanted of me. They wanted me to be this, I don’t know, sex symbol… and that was fine.” Those days are clearly behind her.
You’re Killing Me marks her return to a leading TV comedy-drama role for the first time since her beloved sitcom Suddenly Susan – and critics have taken notice.
The “Boomer vs. Zoomer” Dynamic That Actually Works
The generational clash between Allie and Andi could easily feel like a well-worn cliché. Instead, it’s one of the show’s greatest strengths — and the chemistry between Shields and Williamson is the reason why.
Williamson described the arc of the relationship for TV Insider: “They’re so different in so many ways at the beginning and then as they work more closely together, they discover just how much they need each other to succeed.”
Shields added that the bond evolves significantly across the six episodes: the relationship “has definitely grown from adversarial and slightly contentious to a closeness that still has its ups and downs and humorous bits, but you really do feel how deeply they do care about each other and need from each other and learn from each other.”
The generational humor is real, too. At one point, Andi describes her coffee order at the local spot, The Mermaid’s Mug, as “longer than my third marriage.” Allie’s face says it all.
Created by the Team Behind When Calls the Heart
The series was created by Robin Bernheim, the writer and producer behind Hallmark’s long-running hit When Calls the Heart and Netflix’s Mother of the Bride — which, notably, was also her previous collaboration with Shields. In other words, these two already know how to bring out the best in each other.
The show was filmed on location in Nova Scotia, Canada, where the coastal landscapes perfectly stand in for the quaint New England setting. By all accounts, the production was a serious undertaking: multiple months of shooting in notoriously cold weather and long days on set.
Why You Should Watch You’re Killing Me
If you’re a fan of cozy mysteries with real heart — the kind where the investigation matters but the characters matter more — this is essential viewing. A few reasons it stands out:
- Brooke Shields has never been more fun to watch. She leans fully into the comedic moments while keeping Allie emotionally grounded and relatable.
- It’s a genuine two-hander. Williamson more than holds her own opposite a screen icon, and the duo’s dynamic gives the show its energy.
- The setting is gorgeous. Nova Scotia’s coastline is doing serious work as a picturesque New England backdrop.
- It’s light without being lightweight. The mystery has real stakes, but the show never loses its sense of humor.
- New episodes every Monday. With the season wrapping on June 22, 2026, it’s perfectly paced for weekly viewing (or a weekend binge).
Where to Watch You’re Killing Me
You’re Killing Me streams exclusively on Acorn TV, available through the Acorn TV website, the Acorn TV channel on Prime Video, and the Acorn TV channel on Apple TV. New subscribers can access a free trial.
Sources: AMC Global Media, IMDb
