The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding - Agatha Christie - Hercule Poirot | Radio Drama

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"The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding" by Agatha Christie is a captivating mystery that unfolds at Kings Lacey, an old English country house. The story features the famous Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, known for his meticulous and methodical approach. Poirot is invited to experience a traditional English Christmas while covertly tasked to recover a stolen priceless ruby, The Heart of Fire, belonging to an eastern prince.
During his stay, Poirot becomes embroiled not only in the mystery of the missing ruby but also in the personal dramas of his hosts, the Lacey family. As Christmas festivities unfold, cracks in relationships and veiled motives surface. The story intensifies when children planning a fake murder prank unwittingly catalyze the capture of the real thief.
In true Christie style, the narrative is laced with red herrings and unexpected turns. Poirot ingeniously manipulates events to unmask suspects and unveil motives, which cumulates in the recovery of the ruby during the Christmas pudding ceremony-leading to revelations that connect seemingly unrelated dots in a larger scheme.
Through deception, clever plotting, and acute observation, Poirot ensures justice is served, all set against the cozy backdrop of a Christmas gathering. Christie crafts a thrilling tale that combines the warmth of holiday traditions with the intrigue of a whodunit puzzle.

[@elizabethboehr7910]

Hercule Poirot .... John Moffatt Mr Jesmond .... Murray Melvin Col Lacey .... Donald Sinden Mrs Lacey .... Sian Phillips Michael/the Prince .... Ifan Meredith Bridget .... Annabelle Dowler Desmond .... Robert Portal Sarah .... Alice Hart Rebecca/Annie .... Angela Sims Mrs Ross .... Elizabeth Proud Director: Enyd Williams

[@karenzak6627]

Fun story with a wonderful cast! Thank you for posting.

[@aleksandrab.1195]

The actors are fantastic. What a wonderful performance!

[@2msvalkyrie529]

That generation of actors had spent years in Rep theatre learning their craft. Now , it's straight from Drama school to TV screen . The resulting decline in acting standards is glaringly obvious. The fact that David Tennant is now our " leading actor " sums it up perfectly..!

[@yvonneheald6456]

David Tennant a leading actor, don't make me laugh. John Moffat and his generation would wipe the floor with Tennant and his lot.

[@sharonlee60]

I loved the story

[@patriciallamas2050]

Lovely!! ✨ Cheers for the upload!! xxx

[@ER-sq1bo]

I just love all the stories. However, sadly the constant interruptions of the ads & commercials always seems to choose to blast out, just as I am getting relaxed to fall asleep.

[@Pea_Green]

Wonderful . .! Thank you.