But when the bonds are stolen, suspicion falls on the assistant manager who has a history of large gambling debts. Captain Hastings Pauline Moran. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. The episode is an adaptation of the Agatha Christie short story of the same name and was directed by Andrew Grieve with … hudsonvictoria8838. She is a twenty-five-year-old, well-dressed lady. The Million Dollar Bond Robbery (Agatha Christie's Poirot episode) The Million Dollar Bond Robbery is the third episode of series 3 of the ITV British television drama series Agatha Christie's Poirot featuring David Suchet as Hercule Poirot, first broadcast on 13 January 1991 in the UK. In the 1923 version of ‘The Million Dollar Bond Robbery’ (published the week after ‘The Kidnapped Prime Minister’), the detective explains that, while this might be fine for traversing la Manche, it won’t work for transatlantic sailings (because of ‘the difficulty of practising the so excellent method of Laverguier for a longer time than the few hours of crossing the Channel’). Agatha Christie's Poirot Season 3 Episode 3 - The Million Dollar Bond Robbery (1991) Scandal. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Mr Vavasour entrusted Mr Ridgeway with the Liberty Bonds worth one million dollars to be taken to America as part of his dealings with the New York bank. There’s no mystery here; this story is an example of Christie and Poirot at their best. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions. Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2013. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Philip Ridgeway is suspected of stealing over a million dollars in Liberty Bonds while they were being taken to America by ship. The Million Dollar Bond Robbery was first published in The Sketch on May 2, 1923, part of the serial, The Grey Cells of M. Poirot, one of Christie's "Tales that Sting." The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim was presented on television as a thirty-minute play by CBS as an episode in the series General Electric Theater on 1 April 1962 under the title of Hercule Poirot. She wants Poirot to investigate the theft of the Liberty Bonds carried by her fiance Mr Philip Ridgeway to New York on board the Olympia. Order our Poirot Investigates Study Guide, The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan. Agatha Christie's Poirot S03E02 The Million Dollar Bond Robbery. Additional gift options are available when buying one eBook at a time. The bank hires Poirot to accompany the bonds, so he and Mr. Hastings are able to ride the maiden voyage of the Queen Mary, much to Hastings delight. The Million Dollar Bond Robbery was first published in The Sketch on May 2, 1923, part of the serial, The Grey Cells of M. Poirot, one of Christie's "Tales that Sting." These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the US. "Well, look at this last coup—the million dollars' worth of Liberty Bonds which the London and Scottish Bank were sending to New York, and which disappeared in such a remarkable manner on board the Olympia." Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Hercule Poirot Hugh Fraser. A million dollar bond goes missing on the Olympia enroute to New York from London and Philip Ridgeway who was responsible for the bonds is distressed. Great teaf, Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2013, Classic Poirot. His fiance Esmee appeals to Hercule Poirot to assist him. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Script versus short story It was better without that. This item has a maximum order quantity limit. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. Does this book contain quality or formatting issues? The story was first published as a book in the collection Poirot Investigates, 1924, by Bodley Head. Agatha Christies Poirot - S02E01 - Peril at End House - Part 03. furktava. A long winter read. Mr Ridgeway was handed the bonds by his uncle and another general manager, Mr Shaw, on the day of the trip. The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan. She wants Poirot to investigate the theft of the Liberty Bonds carried by her fiance Mr Philip Ridgeway to New York on board the Olympia. Hercule Poirot and Captain Hastings have another mystery on their hands when they have to solve the puzzle of a missing million dollar bond that has been stolen on it's journey to New York. One of those stories is “The Million Dollar Bond Robbery,” a delightful tale that showcases both Poirot’s deductive abilities and his eccentric personality. Please try again. 51:10. The Million Dollar Bond Robbery is a short story written by Agatha Christie, which was first published in The Sketch in May 1923 in the U.K. Full Cast & Crew: The Million Dollar Bond Robbery (1991) Cast (16) David Suchet. Unable to add item to List. Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? One of those stories is “The Million Dollar Bond Robbery,” a delightful tale that showcases both Poirot’s deductive abilities and his eccentric personality. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, 45-Minute Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Short Reads, 45-Minute Literature & Fiction Short Reads, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Another fantastic short story involving Hercule Poirot and Captain Hastings. This launched her literary career. everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Poirot Investigates. The Tuesday Night Club: A Miss Marple Short Story, The Four Suspects: A Miss Marple Story (Miss Marple Mysteries), The Cornish Mystery (A Hercule Poirot Short Story), The Affair at the Bungalow: A Miss Marple Story (Miss Marple Mysteries), The Murder at the Vicarage: A Miss Marple Mystery (Miss Marple Mysteries Book 1), Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie, DBE (born Miller; 15 September 1890 – 12 January 1976) was an English crime novelist, short story writer, and playwright. He works for his uncle Mr Vavasour, a general manager of the London and Scottish Bank. The Million Dollar Bond Robbery by Agatha Christie. Miss Lemon David Quilter. We feature Christie's earlier novels in Mystery Stories. The Million Dollar Bond Robbery (1923) by Agatha Christie. Whether short story or short novel, Agatha Christie reigns as the mistress of mystery. After a million dollars of American bonds have gone missing on board a ship on the way to New York, the fiancée of the bank officer responsible for transporting them approaches Poirot for help. She was initially unsuccessful at getting her work published; but in 1920 The Bodley Head press published her novel The Mysterious Affair at Styles, featuring the character of Poirot.