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The 1976 comedy 'Murder by Death' is such a gem—it's one of those films that feels like it could've spawned a whole franchise, but surprisingly, it never got a direct sequel. Neil Simon's script is a hilarious parody of classic detective stories, and the cast is stacked with legends like Peter Falk and Truman Capote. I've dug into this a lot because I adore whodunit parodies, and from what I've found, the closest thing to a follow-up might be 'The Cheap Detective,' another Simon-penned film with Peter Falk, but it's more of a spiritual successor than a true sequel. That said, the lack of a sequel almost adds to 'Murder by Death''s charm—it’s a standalone masterpiece that doesn’t need more to be memorable. If you’re craving similar vibes, 'Clue' (1985) or 'Knives Out' (2019) might scratch that itch, though they’re their own beasts. I’ve rewatched 'Murder by Death' so many times, and it never gets old—sometimes, one perfect film is better than a diluted series.

The manga 'Killer Art' definitely left an impression with its gritty, psychological take on the art world's dark underbelly. I’ve scoured forums and publisher announcements, but so far, there's no official sequel. That said, the creator’s style reminds me of 'Monster' by Naoki Urasawa—both dive deep into moral ambiguity. Maybe they’re working on something new? Fingers crossed! In the meantime, if you loved 'Killer Art,' you might enjoy 'Blood on the Tracks' by Shuzo Oshimi. It’s another psychological thriller, though more family-focused. Both have that slow-burn tension that makes your skin crawl. If a sequel ever drops, you’ll probably find me screaming about it on Reddit first.

I was totally hooked after reading 'Framed in Death'—it had that perfect blend of mystery and gritty realism. I remember scouring forums and author interviews to see if there was any news about a sequel. From what I gathered, the author hasn't officially announced one yet, but they've dropped hints about expanding the universe in future projects. The ending left some threads open, like the unresolved tension between the protagonist and that shadowy syndicate. Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if a follow-up surfaces in the next couple of years. The fanbase is pretty vocal about wanting more, and the book's reception was solid. In the meantime, I've been filling the void with similar titles like 'The Silent Conspiracy' and 'Shadow Dossier,' which scratch that same itch. Fingers crossed we get an announcement soon!