'Agatha Christie's Poirot': What Happened To The Cast?

Agatha Christie's beloved detective series 'Poirot' enamored fans across the nation as the eponymous detective "Hercule Poirot" worked to solve complex cases with flair and finesse for more than two decades. Now, let's take a look at what the iconic cast has been up to and where they are now...

David played "Hercule Poirot" in 'Agatha Christie's: Poirot', a role that defined his career and felt like losing a dear friend when it ended. Talking about bidding farewell in 2013, the now 76-year-old star said, "To lose him now, after so long, was like parting with the dearest of friends, even though I was only an actor playing a part."

Since the show concluded, David has been busy narrating two BBC documentaries based on the 'Mediterranean' and 'Peter Pan Goes Wrong'. He also took on the role of "Dr. Fagan" in
'Decline and Fall' and played the Landlord in 'Doctor Who'. Most recently, he lent his voice to the character "Kaisa" in the BBC adaptation of 'His Dark Materials'.

Hugh starred as Captain Hastings in Agatha Christie's Poirot' from seasons one to eight, and again in season 13. He also portrayed the "Duke of Wellington" in 'Sharpe' and wrote three gripping crime thrillers: 'Harm', 'Threat', and 'Malice' (2015-2017). His film credits include 'Curse of the Pink Panther', '101 Dalmatians', and 'Patriot Games', alongside Sharpe co-star Sean Bean.

Hugh's talent extends beyond the screen, as fans may also recognize him for his guest-starring role in the Doctor Who audio dramas.At 77 years young, he finds joy in his happy marriage to fellow actress Belinda Lang, renowned for her roles as Liza in the ITV sitcom Second Thoughts and Bill Porter in the BBC sitcom '2point4 Children'.

Philip's stellar portrayal of Chief Inspector "James Japp" spanned from 1989 to 2002, with a triumphant return in 2013. Since his time as the detective, he has continued to carve an incredible career path in the entertainment industry. Notably, he showcased his versatility in various roles, including "Grampy" in 'Raised by Wolves', as well as appearances in 'Death in Paradise', 'Foyle's War', and 'Midsomer Murders'.

Philip's big-screen talent was evident in 'My Week' with Marilyn' and 'Sugartown', earning him a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for 'Little Voice'. At 74, he happily shares his life with actress Sally Baxter and their two children, Amy and Georg.

Zoë portrayed "Ariadne Oliver" in a series of feature-length episodes from 2005 to 2013, which included 'Cards on the Table', 'Third Girl',
'Remember', and 'Dead Man's Folly'.

Zoë took on the role of "Madam Hooch" in the film 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone' in 2001. However, she declined to reprise the role in the subsequent sequels, citing accusations of underpayment by the producers, Warner Bros. The actress described the studio as "notoriously mean" and expressed dissatisfaction with the "terrible" pay. She firmly stated that if they wanted her for a second film, they would have to offer better rates.

Pauline starred as "Miss Lemon" on 'Agatha Christie's Poirot'. Since the show, she has starred in 'A Little Chaos', but has otherwise been out of the acting game. Pauline is also a presenter and an astrologer. Speaking about working with David on set, she previously told 'The Guardian': "I think it will be a century or more before anyone attempts to make another Poirot because David's laid down the definitive interpretation. His attention to detail is like no one I've ever known. He's read the entire canon and incorporated all the idiosyncrasies from the books. I know his wife Sheila is well used to the fact that sometimes he's still in character when he gets home!"