TV-Series
Description
"Agatha Christie no Meitantei Poirot to Marple" is an anime adaptation of Agatha Christie's classic detective stories, featuring her two most iconic characters: Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple. The series brings to life several of Christie's renowned mysteries, blending intricate plots, clever deductions, and a rich cast of characters.

Hercule Poirot, the fastidious Belgian detective with a sharp mind and an eye for detail, solves a variety of complex cases. His investigations often involve high society, international intrigue, and seemingly unsolvable crimes. Poirot's methods rely heavily on his "little grey cells," as he meticulously pieces together clues that others overlook. His loyal friend Captain Arthur Hastings frequently assists him, providing a grounded perspective and occasional comic relief. Inspector Japp of Scotland Yard also appears, representing the official police force and often collaborating with Poirot.

Miss Marple, the elderly amateur sleuth from the village of St. Mary Mead, tackles crimes in more intimate, rural settings. Her unassuming appearance and gentle demeanor mask a keen understanding of human nature, which she uses to unravel mysteries. Miss Marple often draws parallels between the crimes she investigates and the behavior of people in her village, using her observations to solve even the most perplexing cases. Her sharp intuition and quiet persistence make her a formidable detective.

The series adapts several of Christie's most famous stories, including "Murder on the Orient Express," "The ABC Murders," and "The Murder at the Vicarage." Each episode or story arc presents a self-contained mystery, with Poirot and Marple operating independently of one another. The narratives are structured around the classic whodunit formula, with red herrings, multiple suspects, and dramatic revelations. The stories often explore themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of human behavior, staying true to Christie's original works.

The anime captures the essence of Christie's writing, maintaining the suspense and intellectual challenge of her mysteries. The characters are portrayed with their distinctive traits: Poirot's fastidiousness and pride in his abilities, Miss Marple's quiet wisdom, and the supporting cast's varied personalities. The series appeals to fans of detective fiction, offering a faithful adaptation of Christie's timeless stories while introducing them to a new audience through the medium of anime.
Information
Agatha Christie no Meitantei Poirot to Marple
アガサ・クリスティーの名探偵ポワロとマープル
Agatha Christie's Great Detectives Poirot and Marple
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 39
Movie/Episode length: 24 min.
Date: 07/04/2004 – 05/15/2005
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Mystery
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Staff
  • Chief Director · Naohito Takahashi
  • Script · Sukehiro Tomita
  • Script · Yukiyoshi Ohashi
  • Script · Shinzō Fujita
  • Script · Shoji Yonemura
  • Script · Masashi Sogo
  • Script · Hiroshi Shimokawa
  • Storyboard · Naohito Takahashi
  • Storyboard · Kiyotaka Isako
  • Storyboard · Shinji Satoh
  • Storyboard · Hitoshi Nanba
  • Storyboard · Hiroyuki Yano
  • Storyboard · Jouji Shimura
  • Storyboard · Kōji Fukazawa
  • Storyboard · Yumi Kamakura
  • Storyboard · Hiroaki Yoshikawa
  • Episode Director · Shinichi Watanabe
  • Episode Director · Masayuki Oozeki
  • Episode Director · Masahiko Watanabe
  • Episode Director · Daiki Nishimura
  • Episode Director · Jouji Shimura
  • Episode Director · Kōji Fukazawa
  • Episode Director · Masakazu Amiya
  • Episode Director · Yumi Kamakura
  • Episode Director · Katsutoshi Sasaki
  • Episode Director · Yoshitaka Makino
  • Episode Director · Yasuyuki Shinozaki
  • Music · Toshiyuki Watanabe
  • Original creator · Agatha Christie
  • Character Design · Sayuri Ichiishi
  • Art Director · Hisayoshi Takahashi
  • Chief Animation Director · Kazuaki Moori
  • Chief Animation Director · Norihiro Matsubara
  • Chief Animation Director · Yūji Ikeda
  • Animation Director · Michio Satō
  • Animation Director · Kazuhiko Udagawa
  • Animation Director · Kazumi Sato
  • Animation Director · Sayuri Ichiishi
  • Animation Director · Yuko Inoue
  • Animation Director · Masahiko Nakata
  • Animation Director · Kiyotoshi Aoi
  • Animation Director · Takayuki Shimura
  • Animation Director · Tsutomu Murakami
  • Animation Director · Kazuhisa Nakamura
  • Animation Director · Jouji Yanase
  • Animation Director · Ken Mochizuki
  • Animation Director · Masakazu Yamazaki
  • Animation Director · Masakuni Kaneko
  • Animation Director · Yasukazu Tōkairin
  • Sound Director · Susumu Aketagawa
  • Director of Photography · Takaya Mizutani
  • Executive producer · Noboru Sawada
  • Executive producer · Atsuko Kashiwagi
Production
  • Animation Production · Oriental Light and Magic
  • Production · NHK
Music
Opening
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    “"Lucky Girl ni Hanataba wo"” - Tatsuro Yamashita
Ending
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    “"Wasurenaide"” - Tatsuro Yamashita