The three-part series, scripted by Chris Chibnall, also stars Martin Freeman as Superintendent Battle, while Helena Bonham Carter plays Bundle's mother, Lady Caterham. Ms Bonham Carter lived for a number of years with her film directed husband Tim Burton in Sutton Courtenay, near Abingdon. She told Radio Times magazine: "I’m a fan of Agatha Christie, and of Chris Chibnall. Helena Bonham Carter in Seven Dials (Image: Netflix)The actress added: "I’ve always wanted to play Marple, who’s a great heroine. Agatha Christie (Image: Contributed)Ms Christie died on January 12, 1976 at home in Winterbrook, Wallingford.

Source: The Herald January 14, 2026 17:38 UTC