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Hercule Poirot's Christmas (Dramatised)
- Narrated by: Peter Sallis
- Length: 1 hr and 20 mins
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Summary
A BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation starring Peter Sallis as the great Belgian detective. Tyrannical millionaire Simeon Lee has been estranged from most of his family for years. But now, on Christmas Eve, the old man calls them all together once more. Unable to disobey, the children gather uneasily and wonder what their father’s intentions are. Does he want to clear up past misunderstandings or cause fresh mischief?
Before they can find out, a deafening crash is heard overhead. Rushing upstairs, they discover a shocking sight: Simeon Lee is lying in a pool of blood, his throat cut. But it is the strangest thing - the door has been locked from the inside and there is no trace of the murderer.
With so many possible suspects, it is lucky for Superintendent Sugden that the Chief Constable has his old friend Hercule Poirot staying with him. It seems to be an impossible case. But, as Poirot knows only too well, things aren’t always as they seem.
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- Sharon Wilson
- 07-02-16
good read. a mystery right until the end.
a true mystery performed to perfection. great to have a dramatised version. can't beat a classic who done it.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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- Chris
- 15-07-17
Neither Top Drawer Christie nor BBC Drama
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
In a word No. Any chance that the story had was destroyed by the inexplicable decision to cast Peter Sallis as Poirot
Would you be willing to try another book from Agatha Christie? Why or why not?
I have read many, as well as listening to BBC Drama productions. That explains, in part, why this story was a disappointment
How did the narrator detract from the book?
A parody of a French accent and a performance lacking in characterization. What worked in Last of the Summer Wine does not in this performance.
Was Hercule Poirot's Christmas (Dramatised) worth the listening time?
No, and there will be no second chance.
Any additional comments?
Remake with John Moffat - though even he cannot make good all of the deficiencies of the plot.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Amazon Customer
- 23-05-16
Hercule Poirot
I enjoyed this dramatised edition of Hercule Poirot's Christmas. However, I found it strange having Peter Wallis as the lead. All I thought of throughout the audio book was Wallace & Grommit or Clegg from Last of the Summer Wine.
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- Melissa Wells
- 07-12-23
Nicely done
Peter Sellis is not my favourite Poirot, but he has a lovely calmness to his voice acting. I know him best from LOTSW, but his earlier work I have seen and enjoyed. The rest of the cast is great and the sound effects make me giggle. Lovely entertainment for shower trips
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- Gillian
- 14-07-15
Poirot Solves A Christmas Murder
Another good Agatha Christie mystery solved by Poirot, this time played by Peter Sellers which is a wonderful addition to the collection.
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- 18-01-13
THE GREAT AGATHA CHRISTIE GROMIT STYLE
Another good story from the enigmatic Agatha Christie. Full professional cast (Any Cheese Gromit?) plays Hercule Poirot - not sure if I agree to him in this role but he is passable this once. Hercule’s Christmas is one of my favourites and I am a little disappointed not to have Moffat but still pleased to have this production rather than nothing.
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- Dominic Gill
- 07-02-15
Poor Poirot
Peter Sallies is unfortunately a very poor Poirot. His accent is a joke. Disastrous performance. Ruins an otherwise excellent Christie.
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- Parker
- 14-04-15
Dated
I love Agatha Christie. Trouble is...she uses the same 'twist' in her stories too many times...she's still very very clever though...what a mind!
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Overall1 out of 5 stars
- Lyndylou
- 16-07-19
Sorry Not Poirot!!!!!!!!
I loved Peter Sallis,but not in this!!! Really spoilt a good listen!! Was a good story spoilt for me!!
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