With Martin Freeman preparing to play a detective in the upcoming series Seven Dials, he’s revealed which TV detective he admires most.
In a recent interview with TopMob Magazine, the actor known for playing Sherlock Holmes shared his admiration for the character’s intelligence and confidence, noting how far ahead of the curve Holmes always seems to be. He’s preparing to take on another iconic detective role, Superintendent Battle, in the new Netflix series based on an Agatha Christie novel.
He added that he enjoys watching the character navigate interactions with people from wealthier, more privileged backgrounds. Battle is similar, coming from a more humble background, and it’s satisfying to see an underdog succeed and get their revenge.
Mia McKenna-Bruce, known for her role in ‘How to Have Sex,’ leads the cast of ‘Seven Dials’ as Lady Eileen ‘Bundle’ Brent. The story follows her life after a shocking murder turns everything upside down. The series also features Helena Bonham Carter, Martin Freeman, Corey Mylchreest, Ed Bluemel, and Nabhaan Rizwan.
Freeman explained his attraction to the adaptation, based on a script by former Doctor Who showrunner Chris Chibnall, saying Chibnall’s writing skillfully updates the story for modern audiences. It feels relevant and current without sacrificing the original time period or trying too hard to be trendy.
I wasn’t familiar with Agatha Christie’s work growing up, so I was surprised by the character Bundle. She’s a lot younger than Christie’s more famous detectives, Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot.
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Molly Moss writes about the newest happenings in TV, movies, and other entertainment for TopMob. She has a master’s degree in journalism and has also contributed to major publications like The Guardian, The Times, and The Sun Online.
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