BRITBOX ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL CAST FOR "AGATHA CHRISTIE'S TOMMY & TUPPENCE," NOW IN PRODUCTION

Saffron Burrows, Sean Pertwee, Alice Krige and Alex Jennings among those joining the cast of the first English-language, contemporary Agatha Christie television adaptation

Credit: Lara Cornell

· BritBox have announced additional cast for Agatha Christie's Tommy & Tuppence, a six-part contemporary adaptation of the Agatha Christie novels and short stories. BritBox is the lead commissioner on the series, which will be produced by Lookout Point (Pride and Prejudice, Happy Valley), part of BBC Studios, in association with Agatha Christie Limited. The series has commenced filming in London.

· Joining the previously announced Antonia Thomas (The Good Doctor, Sill Up), Josh Dylan (Buccaneers, Mamma Mia 2) and Imelda Staunton (Harry Potter, the Paddington films) are:

o Nicholas Richardson (Wu-tang: An American Saga, Younger) as Julius, a charismatic film producer determined to win back his wife, Tuppence, when she suddenly leaves for London.

o Charlie Condou (Dr. Who, Unforgotten) as Albert, the witty, self-assured live-in landlady of the Lady Albert Pub in Hampstead and Tommy's closest friend.

o Callie Cooke (F1, Cheaters) as Detective Sergeant Draper, a smart, idealistic newcomer eager to prove herself, but whose admiration for Tommy sees her willing to bend the rules.

o Chizzy Akudolu (Little Disasters, The Woman in the Wall) as Detective Inspector Merriot, a sharp, no-nonsense detective who doesn't suffer fools.

· Sebastian De Souza (The Life List, The Great), Sean Pertwee (The Hack, Gotham), Saffron Burrows (You, Mozart In The Jungle), Alex Jennings (The Crown, This is Going to Hurt), Denise Black (Rivals, Queer As Folk) and Alice Krige (She Will, Gretel and Hansel) also join the cast as guest actors.

· In the first contemporary English language television series 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 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) will direct the first four episodes and Ellie Heydon (Outrageous, Trying) the last two. Stella Merz (Miss Austen, Gentleman Jack) will produce.

· The series (6x45') was commissioned by Robert Schildhouse, Jon Farrar and Stephen Nye on behalf of BritBox. Laura Lankester, Katie Draper, and Louise Mutter 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.

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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 British and global audiences. Led by Will Johnston, Laura Lankester and Louise Mutter, 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 British creativity 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. BBC Studios | Website | Press Office | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram |

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.