Show Notes
Hercule Poirot is Agatha Christie's most famous sleuth, and the last one in Brook and Sarah's series exploring her characters. In this episode they discuss his origins and why he continues to be popular.
Discussed and mentioned
The Mysterious Affair at Styles (1920) Agatha Christie
Curtain: Poirot's Last Case (1975) Agatha Christie
At the Villa Rose (1910) A. E. W. Mason
Hickory Dickory Dock (1955) Agatha Christie
The Big Four (1927) Agatha Christie
Alibi (1928) Michael Morton
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd (1926) Agatha Christie
Agatha Christie's Poirot (1989-2013) ITV Television Series
Related episodes
Christie's Sleuths: Superintendent Battle [https://cluedinmystery.com/christies-sleuths-superintendent-battle/] (released January 23, 2024)
Agatha Christie Characters: Hastings [https://cluedinmystery.com/agatha-christie-characters-hastings/] (released March 11, 2025)
Agatha's Characters: Ariadne Oliver [https://cluedinmystery.com/agathas-characters-ariadne-oliver/] (released November 12, 2024)
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