Agatha Christie's Marple (2004)

Synopsis

The adventures of Miss Jane Marple, an elderly spinster living in the quiet little village of St Mary Mead. During her many visits to friends and relatives in other villages, Miss Marple often stumbles upon mysterious murders which she helps solve. Although the police are sometimes reluctant to accept Miss Marple's help, her reputation and unparalleled powers of observation eventually win them over.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Hulu
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• PBS
• Acorn TV
• BritBox
• PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel
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• BritBox Amazon Channel
• Spectrum On Demand
• Acorn TV Apple TV channel
• Thirteen
• WETA+

Buy

• Amazon Video

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Cast

• Geraldine McEwan as Miss Marple
• Julia McKenzie as Miss Marple
• Emilia Fox as Joanna Burton
• Joanna Lumley as Dolly Bantry
• Sylvia Syms as Lavinia Pinkerton
• Russell Tovey as PC Terence Reed
• Hugo Speer as James Abbot
• Shirley Henderson as Honoria Waynflete
• Margo Stilley as Bridget Conway
• Steve Pemberton as Henry Wake

If you liked Agatha Christie's Marple, try

• Perry Mason
• Agatha Christie's Poirot
• Homicide: Life on the Street
• Barnaby Jones
• The Brokenwood Mysteries
• Murder in a Small Town
• Alfred Hitchcock Presents
• Baretta

BingeNext's take

If you enjoy cozy yet clever mysteries, Agatha Christie's Marple is a great pick, especially if you like your crime stories with a touch of English village charm. The show follows Miss Jane Marple, an elderly spinster with a sharp eye for detail, who often finds herself solving murders in quiet villages. Watching it feels like curling up with a classic whodunit, where the quiet pace lets you savor the characters and the intricate clues. Geraldine McEwan and Julia McKenzie bring warmth and wit to the role across the six seasons, making Miss Marple feel like a friend you’d want to visit. With 23 episodes, it’s perfect for a slow binge that keeps you guessing without overwhelming you. If you’re a fan of Agatha Christie’s Poirot or shows like Perry Mason, this series will feel just right, blending drama and mystery in a way that’s both comforting and engaging.