Dated: 1989, David Suchet embarked on his iconic portrayal of Hercule Poirot in the British TV series Agatha Christie’s Poirot, filmed primarily at London’s Granada Studios and various English countryside locations. His meticulous preparation—reading all of Christie’s works and creating an extensive character dossier—set a new standard for literary adaptations. Alongside Hugh Fraser as Captain Hastings and Pauline Moran as Miss Lemon, Suchet fostered a unique ensemble dynamic that enriched the s