As a lifelong fan of Agatha Christie’s enigmatic detective Hercule Poirot and a connoisseur of Kenneth Branagh’s masterful adaptations, I am absolutely thrilled about the upcoming arrival of his Poirot trilogy on Prime Video starting December 1st. The prospect of spending my holiday season immersed in these whodunits delights is simply too enticing to resist!
As the holiday season approaches, movie enthusiasts will be searching for an ideal film marathon to spend their day with. Fortunately, a suitable one is about to find its new streaming platform in December. Specifically, Kenneth Branagh’s Poirot trilogy, consisting of “Murder on the Orient Express” (2017), “Death on the Nile” (2022), and “A Haunting in Venice” (released last year), is set to debut just in time for holiday celebrations.
Starting from December 1st, these three captivating adaptations of Agatha Christie’s works, starring Academy Award winner as the enigmatic detective Hercule Poirot, famed as “one of the greatest detectives in the world,” will be available on Prime Video. These engrossing whodunits are perfect for your holiday viewing! Let’s delve into one of Poirot’s most celebrated mysteries: Murder on the Orient Express. In this intricate tale, you’ll find an illustrious cast including Branagh, Tom Bateman, Penélope Cruz, Willem Dafoe, Judi Dench, Johnny Depp, Josh Gad, Derek Jacobi, Leslie Odom Jr., Michelle Pfeiffer, and Daisy Ridley. The story follows the meticulous detective as he embarks on a luxurious European journey that soon transforms into a thrilling race against time to unravel a murder that takes place aboard the fabled train itself.
Following that is the 2022 release of “Death on the Nile,” where yet another tranquil vacation gets disrupted by an enigmatic killer. This movie boasts another illustrious ensemble, including Annette Bening, Russell Brand, Ali Fazal, Dawn French, Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer, Rose Leslie, Emma Mackey, Sophie Okonedo, Jennifer Saunders, and Letitia Wright. In “Death on the Nile,” Hercule Poirot’s peaceful Egyptian vacation on a luxurious river steamer transforms into a harrowing hunt for a murderer when a perfect couple’s romantic getaway is suddenly ended by a heartbreaking tragedy.
Last Year’s ‘A Haunting in Venice’ Is the Best-Reviewed Movie in the Trilogy
Previously, Kenneth Branagh reprised his role as Hercule Poirot (with no announcement yet about a possible fourth appearance), in the film A Haunting in Venice. This production boasts an exceptional cast including Kyle Allen, Camille Cottin, Jamie Dornan, Tina Fey, Jude Hill, Ali Khan, Emma Laird, Kelly Reilly, Riccardo Scamarcio, and Michelle Yeoh. Notably, A Haunting in Venice has earned acclaim as the top-rated installment in Branagh’s detective series to date.
Delving into the uncanny, the story of “A Haunting in Venice” unfolds amidst the spooky backdrop of post-World War II Venice during All Hallows’ Eve. The tale revolves around the life of a retired Poirot, who has chosen to live out his days in the city’s glamorous atmosphere. However, he is unwillingly drawn into a séance at a dilapidated, ghostly palazzo. But when one of the guests meets an untimely end, the detective finds himself immersed in a dark world filled with shadows and hidden truths. “A Haunting in Venice” received widespread acclaim from critics, garnering 75% (77% from audiences) on Rotten Tomatoes, which stands in stark contrast to the previous two installments; “Death on the Nile” scored 62% (82% from audiences), while “Murder on the Orient Express” trails behind with a mere 60% (54% from audiences).
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2024-11-28 20:01