If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. During a round of golf on a cliff-top course in Wales, Bobby Jones discovers a man lying gravely injured on the rocks below. Thanks for joining BritBox. So let's give it a go. Your email address will not be published. The acquisition will make BritBox the location for the most comprehensive collection of Christie adaptations. Join David Suchet for an emotional farewell as Agatha Christie’s number one detective takes on his final cases. Feisty Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent (Cheryl Campbell) runs her roadster right into the middle of the mystery and teams up with charming “man about town” Jimmy Thesiger (James Warwick) to find the fiends. Required fields are marked *. “Only BritBox could create this Agatha Christie collection — working together with BBC and ITV to bring together all of these celebrated adaptations,” said BritBox president and CEO Soumya Sriraman. The mockumentary-style show, which was co-created by Gervais and Stephen Merchant — ran for two seasons and had two Christmas specials. Seasons 9-12 of “Poirot,” starring David Suchet, and the special “Poirot: Mysterious Affair at Styles,” adapted from Christie’s first novel, will launch May 15 to mark its 100th Anniversary this year. BritBox will be rolling out more Christie offerings through the summer. Three period-set films based on Christie’s novels join BritBox’s offering of adaptations of the mystery writer’s tales already available to stream on the service, like “Poirot,” “Evil Under the Sun,” and “Miss Marple.”. Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials Mystery (1981). Based on Agatha Christie's first published book that introduces Hercule Poirot, this feature-length special is set in a beautiful stately home in the war-torn England of 1917. So if you're looking to revisit Austen's seminal work — or looking to visit it for the first time — now is your chance. Sir John Gielgud, Joan Hickson and Eric Porter also star in this tale of murder, suspense, intrigue and false identities. he all-star cast includes Sir John Gielgud, Rula Lenska and John Vine. The series first ran from 1988 to 1999 but was revived in 2009. Punting and pranks top the agenda until one morning a late sleeper doesn’t wake up at all. In June, the service will unveil Christie’s “Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?” and “The Seven Dials Mystery,” both starring Sir John Gielgud, as well as “The Secret Adversary” starring Francesca Annis and James Warwick. The BritBox library has everything from your favorite Britcoms and classic sci-fi programs to irresistible crime dramas. He’s the super sleuth with a sharp mind and a peculiar manner. Hercule Poirot, with David Suchet the Belgian detective, is a made-for-television series of one hour mysteries. And in the case of ongoing series, you can often see the new episodes not long after they air in the U.K. When the Prime Minister is kidnapped in France, Poirot has only 32 hours to find him. Shetland also dishes out some well-timed bits of humor, making for a well-balanced series you won't want to stop watching, which is why it's great that BritBox is now the exclusive home of the series. What follows is a tale of murder, suspense, intrigue, and false identities as amateur sleuths Bobby and Frankie Derwent set about unlocking the mystery behind those enigmatic last words. Much of the comedy in the series came from the farcical misadventures of the hotel's staff amid various interactions with their eccentric guests, and it was so memorable that the series was recently named the greatest ever British TV sitcom by the Radio Times' magazine. “As the home of Great British mysteries, we couldn’t be more proud to be the true home of the most beloved portrayals of Christie’s famous characters.”. TV Guide ranks Peak TV's finest offerings, Sign up and add shows to get the latest updates about your favorite shows - Start Now. Thanks for joining BritBox. The service will also be adding more seasons of “Poirot,” and newly restored HD versions of ITV’s “Marple” and “Partners in Crime.” The film adaptations of the novels will also be available in the coming months. Two new Poirot films, starring David Suchet and based on two of Agatha Christie's best known novels, 'Murder In Mesopotamia' and 'Evil Under The Sun'. About the link, that’s correct, it’s for people who subscribe to BritBox through Amazon; you’ll see we wrote “If you have BritBox as a Prime Add-On Channel, click on our “Add to your WATCHLIST” links to do just that.” So if you subscribe through the BritBox site, just return there the day it becomes available, on the 26th, and you’ll be able to watch it then and there. Download the TV Guide app for iPhone, iPad and Android! The rest of the cast include his assistant (Hugh Fraser) secretary (Pauline Moran) and the chief inspector (Philip Jackson). We will only promote items and companies that are lovely. Went to BritBox and searched for Secret Adversary. If you have BritBox as a Prime Add-On Channel, click on our “Add to your WATCHLIST” links to do just that. David Suchet stars as Agatha Christie’s Poirot. I wish there were endless episodes, I … Agatha Christie’s Why Didn’t They Ask Evans (1980), The gripping adaptation of Agatha Christie’s superb classic comedy thriller of the same name, in which Bobby Jones (James Warwick) and Lady Frankie Derwent (Francesca Annis) solve the mystery of a dying man’s last words, “Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?”. If you've already seen the U.S. version, we highly suggest watching the original, since you know, Michael Scott wouldn't exist without it. Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials Mystery, courtesy ITV PLC (Granada International), Three period-set films based on Christie’s novels join BritBox’s offering of adaptations of the mystery writer’s tales, The gripping adaptation of Agatha Christie’s superb, Why Didn’t They Ask Evans, courtesy ITV PLC (Granada International). The old Christie stories are a lot of fun, though I DO sometimes get lost. For over 25 years, David Suchet has portrayed the inspired Belgian investigator Hercule Poirot. (Disclosure: TV Guide is owned by CBS Interactive, a division of ViacomCBS.). Poirot takes Hastings on a rest cure in the Lake District. Poirot is the greatest character, and David Suchet IS him. He even manages to feign disinterest in a case when it is apparent that Hastings wishes to take the glory in order to impress a lady. We also explore the things that lovers of period dramas enjoy: historical fiction, vintage and contemporary treasures for the home and garden, linens, textiles, farmhouse and cottage style, places to visit in the UK, the best teas, handmade wares and so much more, because the world is filled with lovely.