The BBC's Agatha Christie adaptation Witness for the Prosecution, starring Toby Jones and Kim Cattrall, holds a rare 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and is now streaming on BBC iPlayer.
The BAFTA-nominated miniseries, adapted by Sarah Phelps and directed by Julian Jarrold, centres on the hunt for the murderer of a glamorous heiress discovered dead. Based on Christie's celebrated 1925 short story, the production sets itself apart from previous adaptations by refusing to soften the tale's bleak conclusion.
Critics and fans praise the adaptation
One reviewer wrote on IMDb: "This incredible version of the famous Witness for the Prosecution is completely mesmerizing. Atmospheric, spellbinding, surprisingly well done and eclipses the classic Billy Wilder film. Based on the A Christie short story not the play."
Another added: "The 1920's, post WWI brought to life with beautiful cinematography, great acting and seamless direction."
Cast and reception
Fans have singled out performances from Toby Jones, Andrea Riseborough, Billy Howle and Monica Dolan, who plays Janet McIntyre. One viewer wrote: "Wonderfully acted, huge plaudits for Billy Howle, Toby Jones and Andrea Riseborough, all showing just how good they are. Lovely to see the glamorous Kim Cattrall back in a British production, a historical piece in particular."
The series was also offered as part of a free one-week trial of Acorn TV on Amazon, with one reviewer noting: "Glad I stumbled onto it because I really needed to see something unexpectedly good tonight."
Witness for the Prosecution is streaming now on BBC iPlayer.
