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Poirot begins his first investigation with Hastings, and proves a stickler for minutiae. Stars John Moffatt and Simon Williams.

In the blistering summer heat, tensions are mounting at Styles Court.

It will not be long before Captain Hastings has to call upon the services of Hercule Poirot.

Agatha Christie's whodunnit starring John Moffatt.

Dramatised by Michael Bakewell.

Hercule Poirot …. John Moffatt
Hastings …. Simon Williams
Emily …. Jill Balcon
Alfred …. Hugh Dickson
John …. Sean Arnold
Mary …. Susan Jameson
Lawrence …. Nicholas Boulton
Cynthia/Annie …. Annabelle Dowler
Dorcas …. Hilda Schroder
Evie …. Nichola McAuliffe
Dr Bauerstein …. Robert Portal
Mr Wells …. Richard Syms

Original music composed by Tom Smail.

Director: Enyd Williams

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2005.

30 minutes

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