To many people, especially mystery fans, British writerAgatha Christieis known as “The Queen of Crime.”

Christie’s stories are known globally for their surprising twists and beloved sleuths.

Christie is probably most well-known for her stories about Miss Marple and Detective Hercule Poirot.

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Her books, short stories, and plays have been adapted into movies worldwide.

The ensemblecast features Carrie FisherandLauren Bacallin supporting roles.

It was praised in its time for direction and storytelling, reflecting the complex mystery of the original novel.

Peter Ustinov (L) as Hercule Poirot

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He discovers a woman named Rani who appears to have murdered her husband, who is a wheelchair user.

Instead of turning her into the authorities, Chandrashekhar decides to help Rani create a cover story.

Instead of England,Dhundtakes place in India.

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The courtroom drama scenes and the musical sequences makeDhundworth a watch.

As Hayward starts investigating, he uncovers a slew of family secrets and convoluted agendas of every family member.

The murder mystery aboard the Orient Express has been adapted for both the silver screen and television.

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The screenplay byPaul Dehnclosely follows Christie’s novel.

Poirot and his fellow passengers travel by train from Istanbul to London.

It’s a classic film with an all-star cast, led byAlbert Finneyas Hercule Poirot.

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Film stars are in Miss Marple’s hometown of St. Mary Mead to film a movie about Queen Elizabeth.

What is interesting aboutEndless Nightis that there is no Poirot or Miss Marple.

He discovers that Ellie is a rich heiress.

Austin Trevor as Hercule Poirot in Alibi (1931)

Despite their different social statuses, Ellie and Michael marry.

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The BBC television film became a huge success, gaining widespread popularity among genre fans.

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The films success also spawned several further adaptations, including the 2022 adaptation byHugh Laurie.

He isn’t afraid to confront suspects and tell them what he thinks.

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Still from Dhund (1973)

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Stefanie Martini, Glenn Close, and Max Irons in Crooked House

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Hercule Poirot, dressed as a train conductor, examines a robe in Murder on the Orient Express.

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Marina Gregg (Elizabeth Taylor) wears a purple flowers in her hair. She is looking at someone with rage in her eyes.

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Britt Ekland and Hayley Mills both look worried as they stand outside in a garden in Endless Night (1972))

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James Warwick and Francesca Annis in Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?

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Poirot, who is holding a white umbrella, talks with a young woman outside.

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