POIROT: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd (Campbell's Playhouse)
One of the most famous mysteries ever written comes to life in this classic radio adaptation from Campbell’s Playhouse.
In the quiet English village of King’s Abbot, wealthy businessman Roger Ackroyd is found murdered in his study. The case quickly draws the attention of the brilliant Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, who has recently retired to the countryside. As Poirot begins questioning the household, neighbors, and visitors, he uncovers a web of secrets, blackmail, and hidden motives. But the deeper he digs, the more baffling the crime becomes... locked doors, missing evidence, and suspicious alibis surround the death of Roger Ackroyd. Only Poirot’s legendary “little grey cells” can reveal the shocking truth behind one of the most celebrated twists in mystery fiction.
Originally broadcast on Campbell’s Playhouse, this atmospheric radio drama brings Agatha Christie’s groundbreaking novel to life with suspense, intrigue, and classic old-time radio storytelling.
In the quiet English village of King’s Abbot, wealthy businessman Roger Ackroyd is found murdered in his study. The case quickly draws the attention of the brilliant Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, who has recently retired to the countryside. As Poirot begins questioning the household, neighbors, and visitors, he uncovers a web of secrets, blackmail, and hidden motives. But the deeper he digs, the more baffling the crime becomes... locked doors, missing evidence, and suspicious alibis surround the death of Roger Ackroyd. Only Poirot’s legendary “little grey cells” can reveal the shocking truth behind one of the most celebrated twists in mystery fiction.
Originally broadcast on Campbell’s Playhouse, this atmospheric radio drama brings Agatha Christie’s groundbreaking novel to life with suspense, intrigue, and classic old-time radio storytelling.