In Just 1 Day, Agatha Christie's New 3-Part Netflix Whodunnit Is an Instant Streaming Hit
Key Points:
- Netflix's limited series Agatha Christie's Seven Dials, based on the 1929 novel The Seven Dials Mystery, debuted strongly, reaching second place globally and topping charts in 11 countries, despite mixed critical reviews.
- The three-part series, set in 1925 England, follows Lady Eileen "Bundle" Brent as she unravels a murder mystery at a country house party, featuring performances from Mia McKenna-Bruce, Helena Bonham Carter, and Martin Freeman.
- Created and written by Chris Chibnall and directed by Chris Sweeney, the show has been praised for its cast performances and fresh interpretation but criticized for pacing issues and lacking the depth of Christie's original prose.
- Critics