: More recently, he has hosted documentaries like Travels with Agatha Christie and appeared in the family drama The Au Pair . Personal Life and Legacy

Suchet portrayed Poirot for nearly 25 years (1989–2013), appearing in 70 episodes and successfully filming every story Christie wrote about the detective. His dedication to the role was legendary:

While Poirot brought him international fame, Suchet has a distinguished background as a classical actor:

: He was knighted in 2020 for his services to drama and charity.

: A committed Christian, Suchet has recorded a complete audio version of the Bible and often discusses how his faith provides him with a sense of purpose and a world view.

: Notable performances include playing Sigmund Freud , Augustus Melmotte in The Way We Live Now , and Reacher Gilt in Terry Pratchett's Going Postal .