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Agatha Christie's Poirot (1989)

S1E1 The Adventure of the Clapham Cook

Jan 08, 1989 Season 1 Episode 1 Crime, Drama, Mystery

In "The Adventure of the Clapham Cook," Mrs. Ernestine Todd seeks Poirot's assistance in locating her missing cook, Eliza. Initially, Poirot feels that this request is beneath him, as he prefers to tackle more substantial mysteries. However, his perspective shifts dramatically when he inspects the contents of Eliza's trunk. Intrigued by what he discovers, Poirot realizes that this seemingly minor case may actually hold significant potential for his investigative skills.