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The episode is lauded for its visual style, particularly the "Uplands" estate, which serves as a prime example of 1930s Moderne architecture.

This episode provides a rare character showcase for Miss Lemon, whose experiment with hypnotism on Lady Astwell proves vital to the case. Poirot 5x2

Sir Reuben is widely hated by his family and staff, particularly for his plan to sell a revolutionary synthetic rubber formula to pre-war Germany. The episode is lauded for its visual style,

Poirot and Captain Hastings travel to the countryside, ostensibly for a golf tournament. However, Poirot's true interest lies in the magnificent collection of owned by Sir Reuben Astwell, a ruthless chemical company CEO. Poirot and Captain Hastings travel to the countryside,

Reviewers often describe the episode as a "by-the-numbers procedural" compared to other Series 5 highlights like "The Chocolate Box". While the victim is memorably detestable, some critics find the final denouement and the evidence against the culprit relatively weak. Director John Bruce Writer Bill Craig (adapted from Christie's short story) Notable Cast

When Sir Reuben is bludgeoned to death in his study with one of his own bronzes, suspects abound.

" The Underdog " (Season 5, Episode 2) is a stylish entry in the Agatha Christie's Poirot series that pits the Belgian detective against a particularly loathsome victim and a web of familial resentment. First aired on January 24, 1993, the episode is noted for its high-caliber art direction and a rare subplot featuring Miss Lemon’s foray into hypnotism. Plot Overview