Netflix period drama based on beloved book is perfect for Call The Midwife fans
This adaptation is the Netflix period drama that viewers can’t stop calling ‘fun’ — and Call The Midwife fans will be hooked
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The show was released at the beginning of 2026 (Image: Netflix)
Fans of period dramas will be delighted to learn there’s a fresh arrival on the scene, presented as a mini-series, and audiences are unanimous in their verdict.
Launched at the start of 2026, this latest offering has sparked discussion about how much storytelling can be compressed into three hour-long instalments. While some approached it having already devoured the novel with considerable anticipation, others were attracted by the ensemble and left craving additional episodes.
The descriptor that repeatedly emerges when people discuss Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials is “fun”. Drawing from the 1929 novel, The Seven Dials Mystery, by Agatha Christie, it elevates the narrative to impressive new levels through a colourful adaptation that appears to be captivating audiences throughout.
One devotee of the programme commented on Rotten Tomatoes: “Ahhhhhh SO MUCH FUN! ! I loved it. The artistic cinematography was brilliant, and obviously the acting was spot on. I made my husband bring all three.
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It is based on the 1929 novel (Image: Simon Ridgway/Netflix)
“Wasn’t predictable (a teeny bit) but certainly not for the most part, and I love the twists. Love, love, love, love! ! !”
Echoing similar praise, another watcher shared: “Very fun mystery. This was gorgeous to look at. Mia McKenna Bruce and Martin Freeman were both great.”
Rising star Mia McKenna-Bruce takes on the role of Lady Eileen Brent, supported by British acting heavyweights Martin Freeman as Superintendent Battle and Helena Bonham Carter as Lady Caterham. The ensemble boasts numerous recognisable performers who, through their beloved appeal, capture the distinctly British essence of the country estate backdrop.
The narrative tracks Lady Eileen Brent as she conducts an amateur inquiry into her friend’s questionable demise at a rural residence, sparked by a practical joke that went catastrophically wrong. Her friend fell victim to poisoning in a fatal scheme involving eight alarm clocks, and as she delves deeper, her probe becomes increasingly complex.
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Fans are saying the series is ‘so much fun’(Image: Netflix)
Their discoveries lead them into the shadowy world of clandestine organisations, stone scientific formulas and intelligence operations throughout the 1920s.
One viewer said: “Having never read the novel, I can’t speak to the quality of this adaptation but it stands alone as a fun murder mystery with believable acting and visually pleasing cinematography. There are multiple twists to this story – some easier to predict than others. Regardless, I remained engaged until the end.”
Orchestrating the production is Chris Chibnall, serving as both creator and writer of Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials, who previously masterminded the acclaimed BBC drama Broadchurch. His portfolio also includes contributions to the revived Doctor Who series, ensuring Christie’s tale rests in capable hands.
One fan demanded a second series, writing: “Sign me up for this as a series…..delightful writing, acting and a gem of a mystery to enjoy. If we are only blessed with one Season I guess that will do but I really enjoyed this. Two Thumbs up.”
At present, there has been no announcement regarding a further series, and the prospects appear slim. Given that the narrative arc from the source novel reaches its conclusion, any potential continuation would almost certainly require an entirely fresh storyline.
Viewers can binge-watch all three episodes of Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials now exclusively on Netflix.
SOURCE: WALESONLINE