There is no single Clue killer. In the board game, the murderer changes from one play to the next, because each game hides a new combination of suspect, room, and weapon. In the 1985 film, the answer depends on which ending you watched. The film was released with three endings, and the version that includes all three shows that more than one character commits a murder.
If you mean the Clue board game
The board game has no permanent killer. Each game is built around a hidden solution made of three elements: a suspect, a room, and a weapon. Players use the cards they draw, the clues they collect, and their deductions to work out that combination. Hasbro describes the current U.S. edition as a game in which players try to determine who committed the murder, where, and with what weapon.
How the hidden solution works
- At setup, one suspect card, one room card, and one weapon card are removed from the deck and placed in the solve envelope without being seen.
- The remaining cards are dealt among the players, so each player holds some cards that can be ruled out.
- On a turn, a player moves and makes suggestions about the suspect, room, and weapon. Other players show cards that disprove the suggestion, which tells the table what the envelope cannot contain.
- A player who believes they know all three elements makes an accusation. A correct accusation ends the game. An incorrect one removes that player from the deduction race.
Hasbro’s official product page for the F6420 U.S. edition puts the goal this way: “Be the first to make the correct accusation and win the game!”
Check your edition before comparing names
Suspect names, included pieces, and rules differ between releases, so the edition matters more than the general concept. Hasbro’s F6420 product page describes a reimagined U.S. board game with six suspects and a solve envelope. An older UK release uses different suspect names and a different player-count description. The table below shows what is established for each listing.
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| Edition | Source | Suspects | Solve envelope | Player count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hasbro F6420, current U.S. edition | Hasbro official product page | Six | Included | Stated on the product page; not reproduced here |
| Older UK release | Listing reviewed for this article | Different names from the U.S. edition; the names are not stated here | Not stated | Described differently from the U.S. edition; the wording is not reproduced here |
If you are trying to answer a question about a specific game, check the suspect list on your box against the edition above before relying on any name.
If you mean the 1985 film
The film, a 1985 comedy based on the board game, does not have one killer. Paramount’s official page lists Wadsworth alongside the other suspects as a possible culprit, but it does not explain the endings. The ending that matters for the question is in the version sold under the title Clue (with trilogy ending), which a licensed distributor lists as containing all three endings originally shown separately in theaters.
Rank #2
- Features a card-revealing mirror
- Who committed the murder in the mansion.
- Eliminate the suspects and discover whodunit, with what and where
- The mirror reveals the 3 answer cards
- Includes gameboard, card-revealing mirror, 6 character tokens, 6 miniature weapons, 30 cards (6 character cards, 6 weapon cards, 9 room cards, and 9 clue cards), pad of detective notebook sheets, 2 dice, and game rules. Ages 8 and up. For 2 to 6 players.
Three endings, so three possible answers
Theaters originally showed different endings. That means viewers who saw different cuts of the release were not necessarily shown the same culprit. If you saw only one theatrical ending, your answer is limited to that version.
The third ending
In the third ending, multiple characters commit separate murders rather than one. Wadsworth is revealed to be Mr. Boddy, and Mr. Green shoots him. This sequence is documented in a screenplay copy hosted by ScriptSlug. Paramount’s official synopsis does not describe the ending, so treat the detail as screenplay-backed rather than a studio statement.
Rank #3
- THE CLUE GAME, REIMAGINED: This Clue game combines classic Clue gameplay with richly reimagined takes on the original murder mystery storyline, intriguing cast of characters, and glamorous Tudor Mansion
- SOLVE THE MYSTERY: Who killed Boddy Black? Collect clues and race to be the first to figure out who committed the murder, where in the mansion they did it, and what weapon was used
- 6 SUSPECTS, 1 MURDER: Play as Miss Scarlett, Colonel Mustard, Mayor Green, Chef White, Solicitor Peacock, or Professor Plum. Discover their fascinating backstories – and try to uncover their secrets
- ELEVATED GAME COMPONENTS: Includes 6 textured, gold-plated zinc tokens representing the weapons; sculpted character movers; and a beautifully detailed illustrated gameboard and Clue cards
- UNLOCK SECRETS WITH CLUE CARDS: In a game where every character has something to hide, Clue cards help uncover clues faster to speed up the sleuthing! What card will an opponent be forced to reveal?
Which version you watched
- A theatrical print with one ending: the answer is whatever that ending shows.
- The trilogy-ending home-video version: all three endings are included, so there is no single killer.
- A streaming or television copy: confirm which ending it contains before drawing a conclusion, since availability and cuts vary by platform.
Which question you are asking
For a board game, the answer is the hidden combination of suspect, room, and weapon in that game’s envelope, and it changes every time. For the film, the answer is a matter of which ending you saw. Both readings support the same practical advice: name the edition or the version before you answer the question.
Sources: Hasbro official product page for the F6420 edition; Paramount official film page; licensed listing from Swank Motion Pictures for Clue (with trilogy ending); screenplay copy hosted by ScriptSlug.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- YOU'RE THE DETECTIVE: Everyone knows the great game of Clue. This wonderful edition combines the best elements from 1949 and beyond including the ORIGINAL suspects, ORIGINAL weapons, and ORIGINAL rooms!
- SOLVE THE MYSTERY: Who killed Mr. Boddy? Collect clues and race to be the first to figure out who committed the murder, where in the mansion, and with what weapon!
- I'VE GOT A SECRET!: Every character has something to hide. What card will you force your opponent to reveal?
- FUN FAMILY GAME: One of the great things about Clue is that it's never the same game twice!
- GAME NIGHT AND MORE: Since up to 6 players can play, Clue is awesome for a murder party game night - but you already knew that!
Rank #4
- SOLVE THE MYSTERY — Experience classic 1949 Clue gameplay reimagined. Designed for 3 to 6 players ages 8 and up, this edition brings family and friends together for hours of interactive fun, featuring clear instructions so both new players and seasoned sleuths can jump right in.
- PREMIUM VINTAGE COMPONENTS — Crafted with heirloom-quality materials, including wood movers with die-cast bases, detailed die-cast weapons, and retro-graphic playing cards. Comes fully equipped with a pad of detective notes and 6 pencils to track your clues with ease.
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