First look at Edward Bluemel revealed for forthcoming series Hercule
The BBC has released the first look at Edward Bluemel as the iconic detective Hercule Poirot in an upcoming six-part series titled 'Hercule'. The show, currently filming in Liverpool, will explore Poirot's early life and his development as a detective between the world wars.
Why it matters
As a major adaptation of Agatha Christie's work, this series represents a significant cultural investment by the BBC and BritBox for 2027.
Bluemel stars in the titular role of Hercule Poirot in the series, which centres around three of Christie’s early stories
(Image: BBC/Mammoth Screen/James Stack) The BBC has revealed the first look of Edward Bluemel as Hercule Poirot in the forthcoming six-part series Hercule from Mammoth Screen and Agatha Christie Limited.
The series, which has commenced filming in Liverpool, is an intimate study of Hercule Poirot the man and an epic portrait of Britain between the wars. Hercule will centre around three of Christie’s early stories, while also introducing Hercule Poirot to future friends and allies and one particular nemesis…
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