The BBC Agatha Christie thriller has been binge-watched by fans of period dramas and mysteries, as it combines the two genres and 'captivates' viewers08:20, 13 Jul 2026Long before this BBC television adaptation brought its beloved characters to life in a mystery unlike any other, this was already one of the best-selling books of all time.‌First published in 1939 by Agatha Christie, the novel went on to become the world's best-selling mystery book and one of the most widely read titles in history. The series carries that remarkable legacy on its shoulders, tasked with doing justice to such a cherished story — and if these reviews are anything to go by, it's delivered in spades.‌And Then There Were None arrived as a BBC series in 2015, retelling the iconic tale across three lengthy and gripping episodes. Its standalone season makes for the ideal binge-watch and has left a lasting impression on viewers and Christie devotees alike.‌One fan headed to Rotten Tomatoes, where it has an overall review score of 86%, to share their thoughts. They wrote: "Easily the best adaptation of the story so far, even better than the original."In agreement, another fan simply said: "Best modern adaptation of Agatha."‌The series centres on the ultimate murder mystery, in which eight strangers receive a mysterious invitation to a remote island off the Devon coast. Although, its worth noting that the island of Soldier Island, is fictional and does not exist in rea life, adding a real sense of allure to the story.On arrival, they discover their hosts are nowhere to be found, and are instead greeted by two caretakers, Thomas and Ethel Rogers. They are left at a dining table, covered in mysterious soldier figurines.Following their sit-down dinner, a gramophone recording of an unidentified voice plays out, accusing every guest at the table of committing a murder. Before long, one of the party is poisoned, and as the body count begins to rise, the survivors must work out who is behind all of the sinister mayhem.‌But, as each person dies, one figurine is removed from the dining room table, revealing the manner of the deaths corresponds with the wording of the rhyme.One viewer shared: "And There Was None is a great twisted psychological thriller that tricks us and that captivates the spectator since the first moment. 'Original and unpredictable are the best words to describe this Agatha Christie masterpiece.'.‌What helps to drive the show is its cast made up of familiar faces and British acting legends. Playing Philip Lombard is Aidan Turner, alongside Charles Dance as Justice Lawrence John Wargrave, Douglas Booth as Anthony James Marston and Anna Maxwell Martin as Ethel Rogers - to name a few.Another review, praising its cast, says: "Best adaptation ever of Christie's masterpiece. The cast, the cinematography, the screenplay is superb."A further review, full of admiration for its performers, reads: "A great miniseries for an evergreen crime story, a superb cast, and a neat and refined direction. I got carried away, binge-watching it during a rainy afternoon. Totally recommended."Article continues belowUpon its launch, the series pulled in a staggering six million viewers and went on to earn widespread critical acclaim and glowing ratings. Those five-star write-ups are still rolling in a decade on, as fans of period drama continue to discover the show for the very first time.Every episode of the 'masterpiece' mystery thriller And Then There Were None are available to stream now for free on BBC iPlayer.