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Edward Bluemel to Star as Young Hercule Poirot
9 Jun
Summary
- Edward Bluemel will portray a young Hercule Poirot in a new series.
- The show explores Poirot's early cases and friendships in London.
- Filming begins this summer in Liverpool, England.
A new six-part drama series titled 'Hercule' is set to introduce audiences to a younger Detective Hercule Poirot, with Edward Bluemel taking on the iconic role. This series will focus on Poirot's initial investigations in London, long before he achieved global renown. Filming is slated to commence this summer in Liverpool, England.
The drama promises an intimate exploration of Poirot's character and a portrait of Britain during the interwar period. It will adapt three of Agatha Christie's renowned stories while charting Poirot's formative relationships, including his nascent bond with Captain Arthur Hastings and early interactions with Scotland Yard's James Japp.
Writer Benji Walters and director Jonny Campbell, known for their work on 'Code of Silence' and 'Dracula' respectively, are attached to the project. 'Hercule' is slated for release on BritBox in North America and on BBC One in the UK.
