Poirot
(1989–2013)
Hastings renews his friendship with Poirot and involves him in the mysterious poisoning of the mistress of a manor house married to a man twenty years her junior.
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Cast
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| David Suchet | ... | Hercule Poirot | |
| Hugh Fraser | ... | Lieutenant Hastings | |
| Philip Jackson | ... | Chief Inspector Japp | |
| Beatie Edney | ... | Mary Cavendish | |
| David Rintoul | ... | John Cavendish | |
| Gillian Barge | ... | Mrs. Inglethorp | |
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Michael Cronin | ... | Alfred Inglethorp |
| Joanna McCallum | ... | Evie Howard | |
| Anthony Calf | ... | Lawrence Cavendish | |
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Allie Byrne | ... | Cynthia Murdoch |
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Lala Lloyd | ... | Dorcas |
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Michael Godley | ... | Dr. Wilkins |
| Morris Perry | ... | Mr. Wells | |
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Penelope Beaumont | ... | Mrs. Raikes |
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David Savile | ... | Summerhaye |
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Recovering from the horrors of World War I, British Army officer Arthur Hastings hopes to find peace and quiet at a country manor in the English countryside. But when the matriarch dies during the night from strychnine poisoning, Hastings enlists the help of an old friend staying nearby with other war refugees to help solve the murder: former Belgian police detective Hercule Poirot. Written by Mark Limvere-Robinson
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The red-white-blue ribbon worn by Hastings is the 1914 Star; the bronze clasp surmounted indicates the wearer was in actual combat. Additionally, Hastings is referred to as "Lieutenant Hastings" near the beginning of the episode, and the markings on his uniform sleeve correspond with this rank. At some later point, he earned the title of Captain, which is how he is addressed in most episodes. See more »Goofs
Although the story is set in 1917, Hastings wears the pre-1915 style army uniform. It is possible that he is wearing old stock, but if he received new issue in the hospital, it would be the updated uniform. The difference is the older style had rank markings on the sleeve rather than on the shoulder in the new style. See more »Quotes
Hercule Poirot: Superintendent, I beg of you to allow me to ask of Mr. Inglethorp just one question.See more »
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16 September 1990 (UK) See more »Company Credits
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London Weekend Television (LWT), Carnival Film & Television, Picture Partnership Productions See more »
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David Suchet is the quintessential Hercules Poirot, and it was a joy to see his portrayal of the famed detective's first case. After a slow start, the "funny little man" makes his first appearance on the screen. Of course, the character as portrayed by Suchet was still being developed, so there are a few minor differences, but nothing that would be annoying.
As was mentioned before, the period sets, clothing and props were delightful. The mannerisms of the upper crust are always fun to watch in Poirot, as they seem completely oblivious to the real world.
I highly recommend this program to fans of the series.