BBC’s 'Towards Zero' Earns Praise as a Faithful and Stylish Agatha Christie Adaptation

The three-part drama explores a 1930s celebrity divorce and a tangled web of secrets at a coastal estate in Devon.

The BBC's 'Towards Zero' adapts Agatha Christie's 1944 novel, blending glitz and grit in a 1930s setting.
The series features a star-studded cast, including Anjelica Huston, Matthew Rhys, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, and Clarke Peters.
Set against the backdrop of a scandalous celebrity divorce, the story unfolds at Gull’s Point, a picturesque Devon estate central to the drama.
Filming locations include Devon's Burgh Island and other historically rich sites, adding authenticity to the period setting.
Critics have highlighted the series' luxurious visuals, compelling performances, and its fresh yet respectful approach to Christie's work.