Agatha Christie is most recognized for developing characters like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, but her lesser-known detectives, Tommy and Tuppence, are set to make a comeback on television screens.
According to an initial report from Deadline, the characters’ tales are set to be updated for today’s times, with a television series being developed by Lookout Point – a studio recognized for hits like Happy Valley and Am I Being Unreasonable?
The six-episode production, entitled “Hampstead Heist,” has received the go-ahead from BritBox and is scheduled to film towards the end of this year. The story takes place in the charming district of Hampstead, but as of now, casting details have not been disclosed. This captivating series has been penned by Phoebe Eclair-Powell, renowned for her work on “The Road Trip.
In a statement, executive producer Katie Draper expressed that Phoebe’s exceptional screenplays cleverly blend elements of fast-paced slapstick humor, charming romance, and pulse-pounding suspense around murder, offering a refreshing, high-energy contemporary reinterpretation of Christie’s renowned detective pair.
In the process, Eclair-Powell expressed that penning the drama was a long-cherished dream. He further remarked, “Christie’s detective pair are quick-witted, sharp, and eager to unravel numerous murders, while pondering if they should be more than just partners in crime.
Tommy and Tuppence have previously appeared on screen, such as in the 1983 ITV drama “Agatha Christie’s Partners in Crime,” starring James Warwick and Francesca Annis, as well as in the 2015 series also titled “Partners in Crime.
The latter was a series for BBC One, which starred David Walliams and Jessica Raine.
Besides Tommy and Tupence, other characters from Agatha Christie’s works are also set to appear on screen. Agatha Christie’s great-grandson, James Pritchard, has announced that a fresh adaptation of Miss Marple is underway, with previous actresses such as Helen Hayes, Joan Hickson, Geraldine McEwan, and Julia McKenzie having played the role before.
Pritchard expressed great enthusiasm, saying, ‘I can hardly contain my excitement!’ He’s been eagerly working on a project for Miss Marple for quite some time now. Over the years, Poirot has undeniably taken center stage, overshadowing Miss Marple since their first appearance.
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2025-06-16 19:34