Kenneth Branagh is set to direct and star in ‘A Haunting in Venice’, the next installment in the Hercule Poirot mystery series. The film, based on Agatha Christie’s novel ‘Hallowe’en Party’, follows Poirot as he finds himself out of his element in a new city. The trailer showcases a retired and grey Poirot, who is reluctantly attending a séance overseen by a psychic played by Michelle Yeoh. As mysterious occurrences unfold, Poirot is told by Tina Fey to admit that he is up against something bigger than himself.

‘A Haunting in Venice’ is the third Christie adaptation helmed by Branagh, who previously directed ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ (2017) and ‘Death on the Nile’ (2022). The film also features an ensemble cast including Kyle Allen, Camille Cottin, Jamie Dornan, Jude Hill, Ali Khan, Emma Laird, Kelly Reilly, and Riccardo Scamarcio.

Described by Branagh as a ‘supernatural thriller’, ‘A Haunting in Venice’ takes Poirot on a journey to uncover the truth behind a murder that takes place during a séance. The film is set to release on September 15 and is distributed domestically by 20th Century Studios India.

For fans of the Hercule Poirot series and Agatha Christie’s works, ‘A Haunting in Venice’ promises to be an intriguing and suspenseful addition to the repertoire. Branagh’s portrayal of Poirot has garnered much praise and with the addition of a star-studded cast, the film is expected to captivate audiences worldwide. So mark your calendars and get ready to embark on another thrilling mystery with Hercule Poirot in ‘A Haunting in Venice’.