Why You Need to Watch Agatha Christie's Towards Zero: A Twisted Murder Mystery You Won't See Coming
- Tammy Reese
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By Tammy Reese
If you’re a fan of murder mysteries, tangled love triangles, gripping stories about mental health, and the dangers of wanting more than you can handle — Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero is your next must-watch obsession. Premiering Wednesday, April 16 on BritBox, this chilling three-part series will roll out over three nights, with episodes airing on April 16, 17, and the final shocking conclusion on April 18.
The ensemble cast delivers masterpiece performances, unraveling a story packed with secrets, betrayals, and one of the most jaw-dropping endings I’ve seen since my very first Scream film. Trust me, you’ll want to be part of this ride.
And the excitement doesn’t stop there — I had the pleasure of interviewing some of the incredible cast members ahead of their NYC premiere event. Get the exclusive inside scoop and behind-the-scenes moments right here, only in Heart of Hollywood Magazine.
(In Photo: Matthew Rhys, Mimi Keene,Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Ella Lily Hyland, and Anjana Vasan- Photo Credit: Slaven Vlasic / Getty Images)
On Wednesday, April 9th, BritBox hosted a premiere screening event to celebrate the upcoming murder mystery limited series Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero at the Metrograph in New York. After the screening introduction from BritBox President Robert Schildhouse, Director Sam Yates and Executive Producer James Prichard (who is also the great-grandson of Agatha Christie) the audience was treated to a special message from series star Anjelica Huston who gave her well wishes to the audience! Series stars Matthew Rhys, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Ella Lily Hyland, Anjana Vasan, Mimi Keene, Executive Producer Damien Timmer and Producer Rebecca Durbin were joined by notable guests at the screening and post-screening reception!
Series stars were dressed to the nines for the premiere event. Oliver Jackson-Cohen wore Loewe, Ella Lily Hyland wore Liberowe and The Frankie Shop, Anjana Vasan wore Maje and Mimi Keene wore Armani.
Following the screening, guests made their way to The Greenhouse at the Nine Orchard Hotel where they celebrated the series with specialty themed cocktails such as the “Match Point” and “Her Ladyship”. Guests mingled, danced the night away and had fun with the green screen photobooth which was an ode to Anjelica Huston’s character “Lady Tressilian”.
(In Photo: Matthew Rhys, Anjana Vasan, Mimi Keene, Ella Lily Hyland, and Oliver Jackson-Cohen - Photo Credit: Slaven Vlasic / Getty Images)
About AGATHA CHRISTIE’S TOWARDS ZERO:
England, 1936. After a scandalous celebrity divorce, British tennis star Nevile Strange (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) and his ex-wife Audrey (Ella Lily Hyland) make the unthinkable decision to spend a summer together at Gull’s Point, their childhood home and the coastal estate of Nevile’s aunt, Lady Tressilian (Anjelica Huston).With unfinished business between the former childhood sweethearts, plus the presence of Nevile’s new wife Kay (Mimi Keene), tensions are running high. Add to this a long-suffering lady’s companion, a mysterious gentleman’s valet, an exiled cousin with a grudge, a venerable family lawyer, an inquisitive orphan and a French con man, and soon there will be murder. A troubled detective (Matthew Rhys) must rediscover his purpose to untangle a toxic web of jealousy, deceit and dysfunction. Can he solve the crime before another victim meets their death? An explosive love triangle, a formidable matriarch and a house party of enemies. All compelled… Towards Zero.
I had the honor to take part in the Towards Zero virtual press day. See cast interviews below:
Tammy Reese of Heart of Hollywood Magazine interview with leading cast of Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero, Oliver Jackson-Cohen (Nevile Strange) & Ella Lily Hyland (Audrey Strange)
Tammy Reese of Heart of Hollywood Magazine interview with supporting cast of Agatha Christie’s Towards Zero, Mimi Keene — “Kay Elliot” & Anjana Vasan — “Mary Aldin”
More Details:
Creatives: Rachel Bennette (Writer), Sam Yates (Director) Rebecca Durbin (Producer)
Executive Producers: Damien Timmer, Sheena Bucktowonsing, James Prichard, Danielle Scott-Haughton, Robert Schildhouse, Stephen Nye, Jon Farrar
Production/Distribution Partners: Mammoth Screen, Agatha Christie Limited, BBC, Fifth Season
About BritBox
BritBox is the leading streaming destination for the best of British television, offering an unmatched collection of expertly curated entertainment. From critically acclaimed dramas and mysteries to comedies, documentaries, and lifestyle programming, BritBox invites audiences to step out of their everyday and into a world of exceptional British storytelling. Launched in 2017 and now owned by BBC Studios, BritBox is available in the US, Canada, Australia, and the Nordics. For more, visit britbox.com, or find the BritBox app on most mobile and connected TV devices.
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