Charlie Day and Allison Williams Star in Twisty Murder Mystery 'Kill Me'

The feature debut from writer-director Peter Warren blends dark humor and tragedy in a story about a man trying to solve his own apparent suicide attempt.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 8:49pm

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In the opening moments of "Kill Me", Charlie Day's character Jimmy wakes up in his bathtub, covered in blood with his wrists cut. As he calls 911, he insists he didn't try to kill himself, leading to a mystery about whether this was an actual suicide attempt or someone trying to frame him. Allison Williams co-stars as Margot, a 911 operator who begrudgingly agrees to help Jimmy uncover the truth. Despite the dark subject matter, the film balances the tragedy with clever humor and strong performances from the lead actors.

Why it matters

"Kill Me" tackles the difficult topic of suicide and depression, but does so in a way that avoids becoming too tragic. The film's ability to blend dark humor and mystery makes it a unique take on a challenging subject matter, showcasing writer-director Peter Warren's talent for tackling complex themes with a deft touch.

The details

After waking up covered in blood, Jimmy tries to convince his family, therapist, and the police that he didn't actually attempt suicide, despite having a history of depression. He teams up with Margot, a 911 operator, to investigate what really happened. As they uncover more clues, the mystery becomes more convoluted, leading to some surprising reveals that call into question the true nature of the incident.

  • The film opens with Jimmy waking up in his bathtub, covered in blood.
  • Jimmy calls 911 from his apartment, insisting he didn't try to kill himself.
  • Jimmy leaves the hospital and begins investigating the incident on his own.
  • Margot, a 911 operator, accidentally calls Jimmy and agrees to help him solve the mystery.

The players

Jimmy

Charlie Day's character, a man who wakes up covered in blood and insists he didn't try to kill himself.

Margot

Allison Williams' character, a 911 operator who begrudgingly agrees to help Jimmy uncover the truth.

Peter Warren

The writer and director of "Kill Me", making his feature film debut.

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What they’re saying

“While Jimmy methodically searches his dirty apartment for clues, Margot drunkenly looks up what happened to Jimmy and accidentally calls him. This leads Jimmy to seek out Margot and ask her for help figuring out what happened. She begrudgingly agrees, and while it might seem that Jimmy is just losing it at first, a few shocking reveals show that maybe Jimmy is being more honest than others would like to admit.”

— Ross Bonaime, Reviewer

“Charlie Day and Allison Williams beautifully manage this tricky mystery, playing roles that are fairly different for them. Jimmy is a great role for Day, as it allows him to hit the darkly comedic notes we know he can do well after decades on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, but it also pushes him as a dramatic actor.”

— Ross Bonaime, Reviewer

What’s next

The film premiered at the 2026 SXSW Festival and is expected to have a wider theatrical release later in the year.

The takeaway

"Kill Me" showcases writer-director Peter Warren's talent for blending dark subject matter with engaging mystery and clever humor, anchored by strong performances from Charlie Day and Allison Williams. While the film's conclusion may not fully stick the landing, it's an impressive debut that demonstrates Warren's ability to tackle complex themes in a thoughtful and entertaining way.