Earlier this week, Netflix dropped \u201cAgatha Christie\u2019s Seven Dials,\u201d<\/a> a new murder-mystery miniseries which my colleague, Martin Shore, described as \u201cone of the best shows of 2026 so far.\u201d But much as I\u2019m eager to dive into this new three-part streaming original, most of all its arrival has made me nostalgic for what I believe is the best Agatha Christie adaptation ever.<\/p>\n \u201cAnd Then There Were None\u201d is often cited among Christie\u2019s best works, and Wikipedia<\/a> even lists it as one of the best-selling books of all time, with more than 100 million copies sold. It stands to reason that a well-crafted TV spin on this classic novel would be something quite special. And so it proved when the BBC adapted the novel for television way back in late 2015.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I can vividly remember watching this remarkable mystery thriller over the holidays and being completely enthralled. I wasn’t the only viewer hooked; it holds a strong 90% on Rotten Tomatoes\u2019 audience meter. So, if you\u2019re looking for a weekend binge-watch, you don\u2019t need to investigate further.<\/p>\n You may like<\/p>\n The plot: What is \u201cAnd Then There Were None\u201d about?<\/p>\n And Then There Were None 2015 Trailer – YouTube Watch On <\/a><\/p>\n \u201cAnd Then There Were None\u201d offers up a truly timeless murder-mystery tale. After all, Christine is something of a standard-setter in the genre, and this beloved 1939 story has influenced much of the modern murder mystery media we enjoy in the 21st century.<\/p>\n The miniseries sees 10 strangers invited to a remote mansion on Soldier Island off the coast of southern England. These people are seemingly strangers to each other and include all your usual murder-mystery archetypes. Curiously, when they arrive, the hosts who invited them are nowhere to be found, and instead, the guests find a table centerpiece comprised of 10 figurines, one for each of them.<\/p>\n The already spooky vibes thicken when a gramophone recording accuses each person present of having committed an act of murder. If that wasn\u2019t enough to spoil the dinner party ambience, shortly afterwards, one of the guests dies from poisoning. The atmosphere descends into one of panic and paranoia, and now it\u2019s a race against time to identify the killer among them.<\/p>\n \u201cAnd Then There Were None\u201d is an essential binge-watch<\/p>\n \n (Image credit: BBC \/ Cinematic \/ Alamy)<\/p>\n At just three hour-long episodes, “And Then There Were None” is the definition of “bingeable.” You can see the story from start to finish in a single rainy afternoon. With the first two episodes ending on excellent cliffhangers, you likely won’t want to stop anyway.<\/p>\n A Darker Shade of Christie<\/p>\n The show has been praised for its darker tone compared to other Christie adaptations. While Netflix\u2019s new “Seven Dials” leans into a lighter, whimsical vibe, “And Then There Were None” is gloomy, atmospheric, and brutal. The stormy weather battering the island perfectly mirrors the characters’ internal decay.<\/p>\n An A-List Ensemble Cast<\/p>\n You may like<\/p>\n The miniseries features a powerhouse of British and international talent:<\/p>\n \u2022 Charles Dance as Justice Lawrence Wargrave Dance, especially, is haunting as Wargrave, a stern man accused of sending an innocent man to the gallows. In classic Christie fashion, every character harbors a secret that slowly rots their conscience as the body count rises.<\/p>\n \n (Image credit: BBC \/ AJ Pics \/ Alamy)Final Verdict: A 10th Anniversary Masterpiece<\/p>\n There\u2019s no question that \u201cAnd Then There Were None\u201d is one of the most influential mystery stories ever spun, and this miniseries adaptation does the source material justice. It\u2019s twisting in all the best ways, offering constant excitement and a highly satisfying conclusion. Plus, its darker approach to the novel helps it stand apart from the more cozy spins on Christie\u2019s work.<\/p>\n It might have celebrated its 10th anniversary just a few weeks ago, but it remains just as riveting in 2026 as it did when it premiered more than 10 years ago. If you\u2019re looking for a high-quality binge-watch that you can tear through in double quick time, your search is over.<\/p>\n Watch “And Then There Were None” via Prime Video<\/a> (purchase required) or Acorn TV<\/a> now<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \n <\/a><\/p>\n Follow Tom’s Guide on Google News<\/a> and add us as a preferred source<\/a> to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. <\/p>\n
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