Mystery Puns

Detective Jokes

I told my detective friend to follow his instincts, but he always ends up at the wrong scene.
Why did the detective bring a pencil to the crime scene? He wanted to draw his conclusions!
I asked the detective how he solved the case. He said it was a matter of 'clue-culation.'
The detective had a hard time finding his keys; they were a real 'lock' and 'clue.'
Why did the detective always carry a notebook? To 'jot' down his 'suspicions!'
He tried to solve the case with just a map; he was really 'lost' in his investigation.
When the detective found the missing cat, he said, 'I really 'paws-ed' to think about this one!'
The detective got a promotion because he was always 'on the case!'
What did the detective say at the end of a long day? 'I'm 'clued' out!'
The detective solved the case in record time; it was a real 'fast-track' investigation.
Why was the detective always calm? He knew how to handle 'pressure' in the 'case.'
The detective's favorite exercise? 'Clue-lifting!'
Why did the detective go to art school? He wanted to improve his 'draw' skills!
The detective found the missing book; it was a real 'page-turner' of a case.
What did the detective say when he solved the mystery of the missing socks? 'It was a real 'foot' in the right direction!'
The detective couldn’t find his coffee; he said it was a 'brew-tiful' mystery.
Why did the detective break up with his partner? They couldn't 'detect' the chemistry!
The detective had a great sense of humor; he always knew how to 'crack' a good joke.
Why did the detective refuse dessert? He was on a 'case' of calories!
The detective was always calm under pressure; he had great 'case' management skills.
The detective's favorite game? 'Clue,' of course!

Crime Scene Puns

I tried to make a pun about a crime scene, but it fell flat like a 'crime-inal.'
Why did the crime scene investigator bring a ladder? To reach new 'heights' of evidence!
I told my friend to stop playing with crime scene tape; it’s a real 'sticky' situation.
The evidence was so compelling, it was a 'case' of no doubt about it!
Why did the detective always bring a suitcase to the crime scene? He was ready to 'pack' up the evidence!
I asked the crime scene analyst if he liked puzzles; he said he was 'good at piecing things together.'
The crime scene was like a bad joke; it just didn’t have a punchline!
Why did the ghost become a detective? He wanted to solve the 'spirited' cases!
The crime scene was a disaster; it was a real 'mess-terpiece!'
I tried to investigate the missing cookies, but all I found were 'crumb'-ling leads.
What did the detective say when he found the missing painting? 'This is a real 'art'-ful crime!'
Why did the detective refuse to use a computer? He preferred to solve things 'manually!'
The crime scene was so quiet; it was a 'silent witness' to the crime!
The detective said he was 'drawn' to the crime scene like a moth to a flame.
Why did the detective always wear a hat? To keep his 'head' in the game!
The crime scene was a real 'clue-der.'
What did the detective say when he finished his work? 'That's a wrap on this 'case!'
I asked the detective for career advice; he said to always follow the 'evidence.'
The crime scene was so bright; I had to wear shades, it was a real 'case' of glare!
What do you call a detective who solves cases with ease? A 'case'-master!
Why did the detective love winter? Because every case was a 'cold' case!

Suspenseful Puns

I started reading a suspense novel, but it ended up being a real 'page-turner'—I couldn't put it down!
Why don’t suspense writers ever get lost? They always 'plot' their course!
The suspense was killing me, but I had to remain 'calm' under pressure.
What did the suspense writer say to his editor? 'I hope this doesn’t end in 'tears!'
Why did the suspenseful movie go to therapy? It had too many 'twists' and turns!
I tried to write a suspenseful pun, but it just didn't have the right 'climax.'
The suspense was so thick, you could cut it with a 'knife-edge!'
Why did the suspense writer always carry a pencil? To 'sketch' out his ideas!
I told my friend to keep quiet during the suspense movie; I didn’t want any 'spoilers!'
The suspense was so intense; it was a real 'nail-biter!'
Why did the detective write a suspense novel? He loved 'plotting' against the villains!
What did one suspense novel say to another? 'You really keep me on the edge of my seat!'
The suspense was so high, I could feel my heart 'racing!'
Why did the suspense writer get kicked out of the party? He kept dropping 'cliffhangers!'
The suspenseful movie was so good, it left everyone in 'suspense!'
I tried to tell a suspense joke, but it was too 'tense' for my audience!
What did the detective say when he solved a suspenseful case? 'That was a real 'thriller!'
Why did the suspense writer go broke? He had too many 'plot holes!'
The suspense of the mystery was palpable; it was a real 'gripping' tale!
Why did the detective love puzzles? They always had a 'suspenseful' twist!
The suspense was so thick, it had its own 'atmosphere!'

Whodunit Puns

Why did the detective break up with the suspect? There was just too much 'whodunit!'
I asked my friend if he liked mystery novels; he said he loved a good 'whodunit!'
What do you call a detective in a hurry? A 'whodunit' on the go!
I tried to solve the whodunit mystery, but I just couldn't 'piece' it together.
Why did the detective refuse to play cards? He was afraid of 'dealing' with a whodunit!
The whodunit was so intriguing; it kept me guessing until the very end!
What did the detective say to the suspect? 'I have my 'eyes' on you, whodunit!'
The whodunit party was a blast; everyone was 'clue-ing' in!
Why did the detective carry a notebook? To jot down every 'whodunit' clue!
What do you call a bad whodunit? A real 'shoddy' mystery!
The whodunit was so well-written, it had everyone 'hooked'!
Why did the detective love puzzles? They always had a 'whodunit' solution!
I tried to tell a whodunit pun, but it just didn’t add up!
What did the detective say to the parrot? 'Stop squawking and let me solve this whodunit!'
Why do whodunit writers make terrible friends? They always have too many 'suspects!'
The whodunit was so clever; it had more twists than a 'corkscrew!'
What did the detective say when he solved the case? 'That’s a whodunit win!'
Why did the detective love attending parties? He loved to figure out the 'whodunit!'
The whodunit was so enticing; it kept me on the 'edge of my seat!'
What do you call a detective who solves whodunits while baking? A 'whodunit chef!'
I asked my friend if he knew the answer to the whodunit; he said, 'That's for me to 'figure' out!'

Creepy Clue Puns

Why did the ghost become a detective? He wanted to find some 'creepy clues!'
I tried to tell a creepy clue pun, but it gave everyone the 'chills!'
What do you call a detective who only solves creepy mysteries? A 'ghoul'-detective!
Why did the vampire love solving mysteries? He had a 'blood' for clues!
The creepy clue was so unsettling; it gave me 'goosebumps!'
I told my friend I found a creepy clue; he said, 'Don't 'ghost' around it!'
What did the detective say when he found the creepy clue? 'This is 'spook-tacular!'
Why did the witch become a detective? She had a knack for finding 'creepy clues!'
The creepy clue was hidden in plain sight; it was a real 'scream!'
Why did the zombie become a detective? He wanted to dig up some 'creepy clues!'
What do you call a haunted clue? A 'spook-tastic' mystery!
The detective found a creepy clue and said, 'That's a 'grave' discovery!'
Why did the skeleton become a detective? He had a 'bone' to pick with the clues!
The creepy clue was so eerie; it sent shivers down my 'spine!'
What did the detective say to the ghost? 'Stop haunting my clues!'
Why was the detective afraid of the creepy clue? It was too 'hair-raising!'
The creepy clue was like a bad joke; it just didn’t have a punchline!
Why did the detective love Halloween? He always found the best 'creepy clues!'
What do you call a detective who only works at night? A 'creepy clue' sleuth!
The creepy clue was so strange; it was a real 'head-scratcher!'
I found a creepy clue in the attic; it was a real 'time capsule!'