Actor Michael Maloney takes on Hercule Poirot in a new UK "Murder on the Orient Express" stage adaptation, beginning a tour on September 12.

Michael Maloney will portray Hercule Poirot in a new stage adaptation of Agatha Christie's "Murder on the Orient Express" at The Lowry. Adapted by Ken Ludwig, the production kicks off a 25-date UK tour on September 12. Maloney, an accomplished stage actor, acknowledges the legacy of David Suchet's portrayal while emphasizing the fresh perspective of this adaptation. He believes Christie's whodunit charm continues to captivate audiences today.