If the idea of a brilliant whodunnit with a side of romance sounds like your idea of TV heaven, let us introduce you to Tommy and Tuppence. The married sleuths are two of Agatha Christie’s most charming creations - a true detective duo for the ages - and now, the team behind Happy Valley are bringing them back to life in a new adaptation called, you guessed it, Tommy & Tuppence - and it's been given a surprise twist.
This six-part series follows Tuppence (Antonia Thomas), an actress and force of nature who won’t take no for an answer, and Tommy (Josh Dylan), a meticulous, charming crime writer who rediscovers his passion when whirlwind Tuppence re-enters his life. The pair fall in and out of love while solving brilliantly entertaining mysteries along the way - and that twist? Well, we'll meet Tommy and Tuppence have been reimagined in the modern world!
While we wait for Tommy & Tuppence to arrive on our screens, here’s everything you need to know about the series, including the plot, cast and how to watch it.
What is Tommy & Tuppence about?
The six-part series will follow Agatha Christie’s Thomas Beresford (Tommy, played by Josh Dylan) and Prudence Cowley (Tuppence, played by Antonia Thomas). While in the original stories, the couple meet by chance just after World War I and start an adventuring business which leads them into taking on mystery-solving cases, we'll meet them in present-day London.
“Tommy and Tuppence are a detective duo for the ages,” BritBox’s synopsis reads. “They fall in love, fall out of it, and tumble back in, all while solving some thrilling, entertaining mysteries along the way.”
Agatha Christie was very fond of the detective duo, first introducing them to the world via her 1922 The Secret Adversary, her second-ever published novel, and would return to them in her final-ever book, 1973’s Postern of Fate. The characters grew older as she wrote about them, across four books and one short story collection: the 1929 book Partners In Crime, where they run a detective agency. Across the stories, they get married, raise children and reach their retirement years.
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Writer Phoebe Eclair-Powell has said of the series: “As an Agatha Christie superfan, this job is a dream come true. I am eternally grateful to James Prichard and Agatha Christie Limited for having me on board. With the excellent teams at Lookout Point and BritBox, who are clear Christie fans too, it’s a perfect combination.”
“Christie’s detective duo are witty, sharp and raring to solve lots and lots of murders whilst asking if they should really be more than just partners in crime… To bring Tommy and Tuppence into the twenty-first century is truly an honour.”
BritBox North America president and general manager at BritBox International Robert Schildhouse added: “Tommy & Tuppence is a contemporary twist on Agatha Christie’s beloved sleuthing duo. With Phoebe Eclair-Powell’s superb writing and Lookout Point’s stellar production team, this series promises to be a fun blend of romance and mystery. We can’t wait for BritBox audiences to fall in love with Tommy and Tuppence all over again as they navigate murder, mystery, and mischief.”
The last time we saw Tommy and Tuppence on TV was in 2015 in the BBC’s Partners in Crime, when David Walliams and Jessica Rain (pictured above) played the lead roles. It was well received, with critics praising the visual flair of the series and its endearing leads.
Who’s in the cast of Tommy & Tuppence?
The cast of Tommy & Tuppence includes:
- Antonia Thomas (The Good Doctor, Still Up) as Tuppence
- Josh Dylan (The Buccaneers, Mamma Mia 2) as Tommy
- Imelda Staunton (pictured above in A Confession) as Aunt Ada
- Nicholas Richardson (Younger)
- Charlie Condou (Unforgotten)
- Callie Cooke (Cheaters)
- Chizzy Akudolu (Little Disasters)
Is there a trailer for Tommy & Tuppence?
Yes, you can watch the trailer for Tommy & Tuppence below.
Are Agatha Christie’s Tommy and Tuppence stories any good?
Yes - the pair are charming and lovable, and have a wonderful chemistry, which always makes for a good read. Fans particularly love their playful banter and independent spirits: Tommy is cautious and steadfast, while Tuppence is impulsive and witty, which creates a heartwarming balance in the relationship.
How can I watch Tommy & Tuppence?
Tommy & Tuppence will premiere on BritBox on Tuesday 15th September. We're expecting it to arrive in the UK shortly after. As soon as we have a confirmed date for the UK release, we'll update you here.
