Today, BritBox released the official trailer and key art for Agatha Christie’s Tommy & Tuppence, which premieres with two episodes September 15th in the U.S. and Canada. BritBox commissioned the series, a six-part adaptation of the Agatha Christie novels and short stories starring Antonia Thomas (The Good Doctor, Still Up), Josh Dylan (Buccaneers, Mamma Mia 2) and Imelda Staunton (Harry Potter, the Paddington films). The series is produced by Lookout Point (Pride and Prejudice, Happy Valley), part of BBC Studios, and Agatha Christie Limited.

In the first contemporary English language television adaptation of Agatha Christie’s stories, Tommy and Tuppence are a detective duo for the ages. They fall in love, fall out of it, and tumble back in, all while solving some thrilling, entertaining mysteries along the way. 

The cast also includes  Nicholas Richardson (Wu-Tang: An American Saga, Younger), Charlie Condou (Dr. Who, Unforgotten), Callie Cooke (F1, Cheaters), and Chizzy Akudolu (Little Disasters, The Woman in the Wall). 

The series is written by Phoebe Eclair-Powell (The Road Trip, Harm), who also executive produces, in her first drama series commission for television. Fergus O’Brien (Happy Valley, The Tourist) directs the first four episodes and Ellie Heydon (Outrageous, Trying) the last two. Stella Merz (Miss Austen, Gentleman Jack) produces.

The series (6x45') was commissioned by Robert Schildhouse, Jon Farrar and Stephen Nye on behalf of BritBox. Katie Draper, Laura Lankester, Louise Mutter and Juliette Howell from Lookout Point, Phoebe Eclair-Powell, along with James Prichard from Agatha Christie Limited, also executive produce. 

BBC Studios will handle global sales.

Agatha Christie’s Tommy & Tuppence joins BritBox’s extensive collection of Agatha Christie adaptations including Towards Zero, Murder is Easy, Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?, Poirot, Marple, The Pale Horse and more.

About BritBox:
BritBox is the leading streaming destination for the best of British television, offering an unmatched collection of expertly curated entertainment. From critically acclaimed dramas and mysteries to comedies, documentaries, and lifestyle programming, BritBox invites audiences to step out of their everyday and into a world of exceptional British storytelling. Launched in 2017 and now owned by BBC Studios, BritBox is available in the US, Canada, Australia, and the Nordics. For more, visit britbox.com, or find the BritBox app on most mobile and connected TV devices.

About Lookout Point: 
Lookout Point, part of BBC Studios, is a leading television drama producer for Britishand global audiences. Led by Juliette Howell, recent productions include original adventure series Renegade Nell for Disney+, the smash hit final season of beloved crime drama Happy Valley (BBC/AMC), two seasons of trailblazing historical drama Gentleman Jack (BBC/HBO), and the first screen adaptation of Vikram Seth’s classic novel A Suitable Boy for the BBC and shown on Netflix. Recent commissions include Pride and Prejudice (Netflix) and Agatha Christie’s Tommy & Tuppence (BritBox). Lookout Point is wholly owned by BBC Studios, a global content company with bold Britishcreativity at its heart, and a subsidiary of the BBC Group. 

About BBC Studios: 
BBC Studios is the main commercial arm of BBC Commercial Ltd and generated revenues of £1.8 billion in the last year and profits of over £200 million for a third consecutive year. Able to take an idea seamlessly from thought to screen and beyond, the business is built on two operating areas: the Content Studio, which produces, invests and distributes TV and audio globally and Media & Streaming, with BBC branded channels, services including UKTV, bbc.com and BritBox International and joint ventures in the UK and internationally. The business made more than 2,800 hours of award-winning British programmes last year for a wide range of UK and global broadcasters and platforms. Its content is internationally recognised across a broad range of genres and specialisms, and includes world-famous brands like Strictly Come Dancing/Dancing with the Stars, the Planet series, Bluey and Doctor Who.

About Agatha Christie Limited:
Agatha Christie Limited (ACL) has been managing the literary and media rights to Agatha Christie's works around the world since 1955. Collaborating with the very best talents in film, television, publishing, stage and on digital platforms, ACL ensures that Christie’s work continues to reach new audiences in innovative ways and to the highest standard. The company is managed by Christie’s great-grandson James Prichard.

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