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
Categories
Settings
Mystery
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1The case of the jewel theft at the Grand Metropolitan
2The mystery of the cheap apartment
3An unusual will
4The flawless maid
5The case of the ABC murders, part 1 - Poirot receives a letter of challenge
6The case of the ABC murders, part 2 - A town and a name beginning with 'B'
7The case of the ABC murders, part 3 - The culprit appears
8The case of the ABC murders, part 4 - Poirot solves the riddle
9The disappearance of the Prime Minister, part 1
10The Disappearance of the Prime Minister, Part 2
11The Riddle of the Egyptian Tomb, Part 1
12The Riddle of the Egyptian Tomb, Part 2
13The Case of the Tape Measure Murder
14The Affair of the Gold Bullion
15Blue Geranium
16End House Mystery - Part 1
17End House Mystery - Part 2
18End House Mystery - Part 3
19Christmas pudding adventure - first part
20Christmas pudding adventure - last part
214:50 from Paddington - Part 1: The Train a Murderer Rides
224:50 from Paddington - Part 2: The Approaching Darkness
234:50 from Paddington - Part 3: A Simple Motive
244:50 from Paddington - Part 4: Miss Marple Versus the Culprit
25The Plymoth Express, Part 1: A Body in a Carriage
26The Plymoth Express, Part 2: A Blue Dress
27Motive vs. Opportunity
28The Adventure of the Clapham Cook, Part 1: A Forced Commission
29The Adventure of the Clapham Cook, Part 2: The Secret in the Trunk
30The Sleeping Murder, Part 1: A Sleeping Murder
31The Sleeping Murder, Part 2: The Door to One's Memory
32The Sleeping Murder, Part 3: What Helen Loved
33The Sleeping Murder, Part 4: The Evil, Stretched-Out Hand
34Four and Twenty Blackbirds
35The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim
36Death in the Clouds, part 1
37Death in the Clouds, part 2
38Death in the Clouds, part 3
39Death in the Clouds, part 4
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Staff
  • Chief Director
    Naohito Takahashi
  • Storyboard
    Naohito Takahashi
    Kiyotaka Isako
    Hitoshi Nanba
    Hiroyuki Yano
    Kōji Fukazawa
    Yumi Kamakura
    Hiroaki Yoshikawa
    Shinji Satō
    Jōji Shimura
  • Music
    Toshiyuki Watanabe
  • Character Design
    Sayuri Ichiishi
  • Chief Animation Director
    Norihiro Matsubara
    Yūji Ikeda
    Kazuaki Mōri
  • Sound Director
    Susumu Aketagawa
  • Executive producer
    Noboru Sawada
    Atsuko Kashiwagi
  • Script
    Shinzō Fujita
    Shoji Yonemura
    Masashi Sogo
    Hiroshi Shimokawa
    Yukiyoshi Ōhashi
  • Episode Director
    Masahiko Watanabe
    Kōji Fukazawa
    Masakazu Amiya
    Yumi Kamakura
    Katsutoshi Sasaki
    Yoshitaka Makino
    Yasuyuki Shinozaki
    Masayuki Ōzeki
    Taiki Nishimura
    Jōji Shimura
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Hisayoshi Takahashi
  • Animation Director
    Michio Satō
    Kazuhiko Udagawa
    Kazumi Sato
    Sayuri Ichiishi
    Masahiko Nakata
    Kiyotoshi Aoi
    Takayuki Shimura
    Kazuhisa Nakamura
    Ken Mochizuki
    Masakazu Yamazaki
    Masakuni Kaneko
    Yūko Inoue
    Jōji Yanase
    Yasukazu Shōji
  • Director of Photography
    Takaya Mizutani
Production
  • Animation Production
    OLM
  • Production
    NHK
Music
Opening
“Lucky Girl ni Hanataba wo”
Ending
“Wasurenaide”