Agatha Christie’s works have been captivating audiences for decades, and her famous mysteries continue to receive fresh adaptations. One of the latest additions to the growing list of them is Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero. The show takes us to 1936 England, where the lives of several characters become entwined in a complex web of secrets, lies, and murder. At the heart of the story is Nevile Strange, a popular tennis star who is embroiled in a scandalous divorce from his first wife, Audrey.
Nevile, along with his new wife Kay, and Audrey, all converge at Gull’s Point, the coastal estate of Nevile’s wealthy aunt, Lady Tressilian. What begins as a gathering of family and acquaintances soon descends into chaos when a murder takes place, sending the group into a tense investigation. The show’s plot is set to unravel the complex relationships between the characters, as well as their hidden motives and unresolved emotions.
The cast of Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero is an ensemble of talented actors who will bring Christie’s intricate characters to life. Anjelica Huston plays the pivotal role of Lady Tressilian, the formidable matriarch of the family whose estate becomes the setting for the drama. Matthew Rhys portrays Inspector Leach, the detective who takes charge of the murder investigation. Oliver Jackson-Cohen stars as Nevile Strange, the tennis star caught in a scandal that threatens to overshadow his career and personal life. Mimi Keene plays Kay Elliott, Nevile’s new wife, whose presence adds tension to the already strained dynamics.
For her part, Ella Lily Hyland takes on the role of Audrey Strange, Nevile’s ex-wife, whose return stirs up unresolved feelings and complicates the investigation. Clarke Peters appears as Mr. Treves, a mysterious guest whose role becomes increasingly important as the story unfolds. And Jack Farthing plays Thomas Royde, a character whose motivations further add to the mystery.
Directed by Sam Yates and written by Rachel Bennette, a BAFTA-nominated writer, Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero promises a compelling and fresh take on Agatha Christie’s classic. Filming took place in 2024 in and around Bristol, as well as along the Devon coast. The choice of location is crucial, as the atmospheric settings are integral to the mood and tone of the story.
So Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero will offer a fresh and intriguing take on Agatha Christie’s legacy, bringing her intricate storytelling to life with a modern twist. And we can’t wait!
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Photos:
Here’s the first look photos for Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero:
The Trailer:
Here’s the promo for the show:
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The Plot:
The official synopsis of Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero is “England, 1936. After a scandalous celebrity divorce, British tennis star Nevile Strange and his ex-wife Audrey make the unthinkable decision to spend a summer together at Gull’s Point, their childhood home and the coastal estate of Nevile’s aunt, Lady Tressilian. With unfinished business between the former childhood sweethearts, plus the presence of Nevile’s new wife Kay, tensions are running high. Add to this a long-suffering lady’s companion, a mysterious gentleman’s valet, an exiled cousin with a grudge, a venerable family lawyer, an inquisitive orphan and a French con man, and soon there will be murder. A troubled detective must rediscover his purpose to untangle a toxic web of jealousy, deceit and dysfunction. Can he solve the crime before another victim meets their death? An explosive love triangle, a formidable matriarch and a house party of enemies. All compelled… Towards Zero.”
Release Date:
It’s official! The show premieres as a three-day event beginning Wednesday, April 16 with subsequent episodes airing the following days: Episode 2 drops April 17 and Episode 3 drops April 18 on BritBox.
Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero will hit our screens on April 16 on BritBox.
