Hercule": Meet the Cast of the Upcoming Agatha Christie Adaptation
Edward Bluemel is set to star as the iconic Belgian detective Poirot in the upcoming series "Hercule," and the full cast lineup has been revealed for this Agatha Christie adaptation. Joining Bluemel are Henry Ashton, James D’Arcy, Calvin Demba, Phil Dunning, Jack Gleeson, Tamsin Greig, James Nesbitt, Guy Remmers, Rebecca Rittenhouse, and Mawaan Rizwan. The six-part series will delve into Poirot's journey to becoming the renowned detective, with filming scheduled to begin in Liverpool. Produced by Mammoth Screen and Agatha Christie Limited, "Hercule" promises to offer an intimate look at Poirot as a man and the backdrop of Britain between the world wars, featuring early Christie stories and the introduction of key characters.
Scripted by Benji Walters, "Hercule" will be directed by Jonny Campbell, Chanya Button, and Alrick Riley, with Charlie Palmer serving as series producer. Mammoth Screen, known for previous Christie adaptations like "And Then There Were None" and "Murder Is Easy," brings its expertise to this new project. The series is expected to be a sought-after property at the MIPCOM sales market, with Fifth Season handling global distribution. Set to premiere on the BBC and BritBox in North America in 2027, "Hercule" has generated buzz since its announcement earlier this year. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting new adaptation of Agatha Christie's beloved detective stories.