Papoose is leaving no room for more questions about his relationship with Claressa Shields after popping out and flexing some fresh ink dedicated to his Queen. Pap’s new tattoo has social media popping OFF with reactions, especially after Remy Ma seemingly took shots at the GWOAT on her new song, ‘Wanna Go.’

RELATED: Papoose’s Daughter Reacts After Trolls Call Her A “Flip-Flopper” For Being Cool With Claressa Shields Following His Split With Remy Ma (VIDEO) 

Papoose Put His Love For The GWOAT In Ink

Roommates, Papoose is letting the world know his love for Claressa Shields is real after flexing a fresh tattoo of her name on his bicep. The rapper dropped a video on Instagram showing the tattoo process from start to finish. Pap shared the clip right before his boxer boo gears up to face off against Kaye Scott in the boxing ring on August 15. The comments came flooding in, especially since the new ink landed after Remy Ma just used a video of Claressa to promote her new single, ‘Wanna Go,’ which samples Crime Mob’s ‘Knuck If You Buck.’ Whew, with all of this tea stirring up, you already know the internet is having a field day with this one!

The Internet Went OFF After Pap Made His Love For Claressa Permanent

Papoose’s tattoo flex had folks popping OFF in The Shade Room’s comment section. Plenty of Roomies said they just know Claressa isn’t going to let this one slide, while others said Pap’s move is definitely giving “making it official” energy!

Instagram user @noaddsdoordash_ wrote, “Awh boy Claressa gone talk bout this for 40 days and 56 nights 🫩” 

Instagram user @favorvalentine wrote, “Well Remy I guess it’s over!” 

While Instagram user @realjaysincere wrote, “I’ve seen a lot of dumb stuff in my days…. this might top it all 😂😂😂” 

Then Instagram user @mynameisdria wrote, “I feel like this entire relationship is a publicity stunt….” 

Another Instagram user @someaboutdiamond wrote, “😂😂😂😂😂😂idk what to say.” 

Instagram user @iknowwhereiwanttoeat wrote, “Pap ain’t never leaving upstairs after this 😂” 

Then another Instagram user @queen.neferkiti wrote, “We never gone hear the end of this.” 

While another Instagram user @therealeazyeconomicz wrote, “Yeah it’s definitely official and that’s someway how you prove you LOVE her 💚” 

Finally, Instagram user @faithdonna.z wrote, “The way the internet dragged this whole situation just for Papoose to come back with a tattoo as a plot twist 😭😭 You cannot make this s**t up.” 

Face Card? Lethal! Body? Tea! Her Man? FOINE! — Claressa Shields Says She’s Outchea WINNING!

Pap isn’t the only one professing his love; y’all already know Claressa doesn’t play about her man. The heavyweight champ shared photos from her weigh-in with Kaye Scott on Instagram, including a few shots of her and Pap serving power couple energy. Shields also made sure to talk her talk in the caption, saying she knows she’s keeping the haters mad because her face card is lethal, her body is tea, and her man is FOINE!

“The BADDEST!!! They can’t stand a bad, fine, thick, unbeatable Woman!

Me & My man ❤️🥹👌🏾 So-so 🍆 got bum b*****s mad 🤣🤣 AH HA!!!!

Just Tea!!!

H*s on my dk I say AH HA 🤣🤣🤣 yeah!!

Advertisement

1 of 1!!! Second to None! Best at what I do!”

RELATED: Claressa Shields Appears To Respond To Remy Ma’s ‘Wanna Go’ Track As Alycia Baumgardner Accuses Her Of Copying Her Look (VIDEOS) 

Netflix has filed a motion to dismiss Tyra Banks’ lawsuit regarding her participation in Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, Us can report.

The streaming platform filed court documents on Friday, August 14, asking the court to throw out Banks’ defamation claims.

“Directors Daniel Sivan and Mor Loushy are respected documentarians who thoroughly interviewed the people behind America’s Next Top Model,“ a spokesperson for Netflix told Us in a Friday statement. “Tyra Banks was given the opportunity to speak openly about her experience and the creators fairly presented her perspective alongside those of every other participant shown in this documentary.”

The rep added, “We stand behind Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model and will continue to vigorously defend it.”

Related: Tyra Banks Must Prove Netflix ‘Manufactured Facts’ to Win Defamation Case

This week on Legally Us, Rachael Bennett, a certified family law specialist and senior attorney at Sullivan Law & Associates, breaks down Tyra Banks’ lawsuit against Netflix after her participation in Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, the platform’s docuseries about the long-running competition series. Banks, 52, filed the lawsuit against the streaming giant […]

Banks, 52, named Netflix in a lawsuit filed in June, where she claimed the streamer edited her Reality Check interviews to support a false narrative. (Banks participated in the documentary about the history, popularity and controversies surrounding ANTM.)

“Tyra Banks participated in the Netflix documentary series America’s Next Top Model (‘ANTM’) because she believed viewers deserved a candid conversation about the show’s legacy—its successes and its shortcomings,” Banks’ filing read. “There are aspects of the show for which Ms. Banks takes accountability and she wanted ANTM viewers to hear that from her directly.”

The court docs further claimed, “Going into her interview, Ms. Banks did not limit the ANTM topics the interviewer could ask. During a three-and-a-half-hour interview, Ms. Banks answered questions about the show’s groundbreaking history, including criticism of decisions she would approach differently today.”

Banks addressed Netflix’s motion in a statement shared with Us.

“Tyra’s lawsuit raises a simple question: can viewers trust that a documentary presented as fact fairly represents what happened and what people actually said? Netflix’s response only underscores the issue,” Banks’ attorneys Tom Locke and Clare Locke said in a statement. “It points to the editing of reality television to defend the editing of this documentary. No one disputes that documentaries are edited. The question is whether those edits materially distorted the truth. This is not about Tyra being ‘dissatisfied’ with an edit, nor is it about wanting creative control. It is about whether viewers were given an accurate representation of her words and the facts.”

The Lockes continued, “Netflix has Tyra’s complete, unedited interview. If Netflix stands behind the accuracy of its documentary, it should release that interview in full and let viewers judge for themselves. Let the public compare what Tyra actually said with what Netflix chose to show. The facts are the facts and, here, the facts are recorded and being hidden by Netflix.”

Despite Banks’ alleged issues with her portrayal, the Reality Check production team had previously been candid about her inclusion.

Related: ANTM’s Brittany Brower Reacts to Tyra Banks’ Lawsuit: ‘Her Ego Is Bruised’

Advertisement

Former America’s Next Top Model alums are making their voices heard after Tyra Banks filed a bombshell defamation lawsuit against Netflix. Banks claimed that the streamer’s docuseries Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model, which premiered on February 16, didn’t give an accurate depiction of her comments, as she claims only 16 minutes of her […]

“From the beginning, this documentary took an incredible amount of trust,” executive producer Vanessa Golembewski told Tudum in a February interview. “Tyra’s perspective was always important to the series, but it was just as important that her involvement was as an interview subject only. She afforded us the same level of trust as everyone else who participates in the documentary.”

Thank You!

You have successfully subscribed.

Advertisement

Golembewski further claimed that Banks “never asked to have any creative input or control” prior to the doc’s premiere.

“She’s seeing the footage for the first time alongside the rest of the world,” the producer said, echoing former ANTM creative director Jay Manuel’s sentiments.

“Tyra ultimately chose to participate without creative control,” Manuel, 54, told the outlet. “To me, that speaks to growth.”

Netflix was, once upon a time, a ragtag underdog, a Scrappy-Doo of a service that was still trying to make its way and punch above its weight class. There was a time before the billion dollar action movies, spy franchises, where they had to prove they could deliver genuinely cinematic blockbuster entertainment. And that’s exactly what they managed to pull off when they put together a top-class cast for a heist movie with a difference.

Years after becoming one of Netflix’s biggest original films, Triple Frontier is once again climbing the platform’s charts. Struggling to make ends meet, former Special Forces operatives reunite to plan a heist in a sparsely populated multi-border zone of South America. For the first time in their prestigious careers, these unsung heroes undertake this dangerous mission for self instead of their country. But when events take an unexpected turn and threaten to spin out of control, their skills, loyalties and morals are pushed to a breaking point in an epic battle for survival.

The film stars Ben Affleck (The Accountant 2) as Tom “Redfly” Davis, Oscar Isaac (Moon Knight) as Santiago “Pope” Garcia, Charlie Hunnam (Rebel Moon) as William “Ironhead” Miller, Garrett Hedlund (Tulsa King) as Ben Miller, Pedro Pascal (The Fantastic Four: First Steps) as Francisco “Catfish” Morales and Adria Arjona (Hit Man) as Yovanna.

Was ‘Triple Frontier’ Well Received?

Netflix, of course, never likes to disclose exactly what movies do in terms of traditional box office, but prefers to go by minutes and hours. Triple Frontier became one of the platform’s biggest original movie launches in 2019, reportedly reaching over 52 million households during its first month, according to Netflix. What that would translate to at the box office, who knows, but this would probably have done decent numbers.

Critics also responded warmly to what they saw, and the film currently holds a 71% Rotten Tomatoes score, with reviewers praising director J.C. Chandor’s grounded approach, the terrific ensemble cast and willingness to prioritize character over spectacle. But the film has actually become one of Netflix’s most overlooked original movies despite the fact it launched with massive interest. Well, now seems to be the best time to re-examine it, don’t you think?

Triple Frontier is currently streaming exclusively on Netflix worldwide.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Release Date

March 6, 2019

Runtime

Advertisement

125 minutes

Director

J.C. Chandor

Advertisement

Writers

Mark Boal, J.C. Chandor

Advertisement

Producers

Alex Gartner, Andy Horwitz, Charles Roven, Neal Dodson

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

War movies can show battles on an enormous scale, but sometimes the most effective approach is to trap the audience inside one tiny piece of machinery with five men who know it could become their coffin at any moment. That’s what David Ayer accomplished with his punishing 2014 World War II drama, and that’s why it’s recently become a streaming sensation.

More than a decade later, Fury remains an enormously effective gateway into modern war cinema, particularly for younger viewers discovering its stacked cast through their more recent projects. Set during the final weeks of World War II in April 1945, Fury follows hardened U.S. Army sergeant Don “Wardaddy” Collier (Brad Pitt) and the crew of his Sherman tank as Allied forces push deeper into Germany. Their already dangerous mission becomes even more precarious when an inexperienced young soldier joins their battle-scarred unit. Ayer largely confines the audience to the crew’s claustrophobic existence, depicting the tank simultaneously as their most powerful weapon and the only thin layer of steel separating them from death.

The film also stars Shia LaBeouf (Honey Boy) as Boyd Swan, Logan Lerman (Hunters) as Norman Ellison, Michael Peña (Ant-Man) as Trini Garcia, Jon Bernthal (The Punisher) as Grady Travis, Jason Isaacs (The White Lotus) as Captain Waggoner, and Scott Eastwood (Fast X) as Sergeant Miles.

Was ‘Fury’ a Success?

Fury was a massive hit when it was released, grossing over $211 million worldwide, while it opened at No. 1 domestically with $23.5 million, and in doing so, knocking Gone Girl off the top spot. Meanwhile, critics were also really happy, as Fury holds a 75% Tomatometer score and an even better 84% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The consensus is that the performances and the uncompromising portrayal of combat and war are particular highlights, even if its broader ambitions aren’t always completely realized. The tank battles in the movie are obviously the big draw and the attraction, obviously, but it’s the interpersonal dynamics in the Sherman that make the movie what it is.

Collider’s review argued that the film ultimately becomes trapped by its central thesis. As the review observed, “war is hell,” but despite its spectacular action, Fury “never take[s] us anywhere beyond what we already know.” Even so, it applauded the film’s willingness to portray deeply flawed American soldiers, concluding that the movie “can hit with a bang,” even if it “never much room to maneuver,” awarding it a B-.

Fury is available to stream now via digital.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Release Date

October 17, 2014

Runtime

Advertisement

135 Minutes

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Actor Ryan Gosling and director Shawn Levy are hoping to win fans over with their new “Star Wars” film, appropriately titled “Star Wars: Starfighter.” Many fans were disappointed with 2019’s “The Rise of Skywalker,” which many felt was a disappointing end to the Skywalker Saga. The 2026 film, “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” failed to meet expectations at the box office and became the lowest-grossing live-action “Star Wars” film in history. However, Disney seems hopeful it has a hit on its hands with “Star Wars: Starfighter,” set to hit theaters in May 2027.

Netflix wants Tyra Banks‘ legal battle gone. 

The iconic model made waves after dragging the streaming platform to court over defamation claims. She alleged that she was painted in a negative light through highly edited clips released in Netflix’s “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model.”

Amid the controversy and public criticism, Tyra Banks is not going through her fight against Netflix alone. She has the support of other fashion icons in her corner.

5

The giant streaming platform has filed a motion to dismiss Banks’ bombshell lawsuit against them. They maintain that the fashion model’s claims do not hold water and are asking the court to throw out the allegations. 

According to court documents,  Netflix filed the motion to dismiss on Friday, August 14, against Banks’ lawsuit pertaining to her participation in “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model.”

A spokesperson for the subscription-based platform spoke to Us Weekly, defending their directors Daniel Sivan and Mor Loushy, whom they described as “respected documentarians.”

The statement explained that the directors carried out thorough interviews for the show before speaking to Banks’ participation. The spokesperson noted:

“Tyra Banks was given the opportunity to speak openly about her experience and the creators fairly presented her perspective alongside those of every other participant shown in this documentary.”

Inside The Fashion Model’s Claims

5

Banks named Netflix in her June lawsuit claiming that they edited her interviews to fuel a negative narrative. The model was featured in the documentary about the history, popularity, and controversies surrounding “ANTM.”

Her filing stated that she participated in the series because “she believed viewers deserved a candid conversation about the show’s legacy; its successes and its shortcomings.”

The TV personality claimed that she wanted viewers to hear from her directly about certain aspects of the hotshot for which she takes accountability. As per her filing, there were reportedly no limits to the questions Banks’ interviewer could ask.

Banks further alleged that she sat down for the interview, which spanned over three hours, answering questions regarding “America’s Next Top Model” groundbreaking history and addressing criticism of decisions she would approach differently in today’s world.

Nevertheless, only sixteen minutes of highly edited clips from her interview aired. The Netflix rep, however, insists that the platform stands behind “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model” and will continue to defend it vigorously.

Does Tyra Banks’ Claims Stand A Legal Chance?

5

Legal expert Rachel Bennett weighed in on the ongoing legal battle, explaining her point of view from a legal stance. The certified family law specialist gave her two cents on whether the runway superstar has any grounds to sue Netflix for defamation.

Bennett explained that documentary producers are often protected by the First Amendment, which grants them the privilege to enjoy broad creative agency over how to edit and how to put together footage.

As reported by The Blast, the legal expert noted that documentary creators typically have the “creative freedom.” This freedom allows them to edit interviews in ways that may portray subjects negatively, as long as the edit “is not completely false.”

Bennett clarified that the creative freedom may be missed and viewed as defamation when the footage is so heavily edited “that it completely manufactures facts that are just objectively not true.”

The Superstar Model Is Not Fighting A Lone Battle 

5

Since the lawsuit made headlines, Banks has been a dartboard for negative feedback; however, a fellow Top supermodel has pitched a tent in her corner.

The Blast reported how Eva Marcille strongly declared her “pro Tyra” stance during a recent appearance on “What What Happens Live” with Andy Cohen. Marcille was asked to say three nice things about Banks during the show, and her answers were right on the money.

“Tyra is always fierce, she was always right, and she’s always on top,” the actress said before slamming the docuseries as “biased” and unbalanced.

Marcille described the production of the Netflix documentary as “shady,” adding that she wasn’t asked to participate in the project because producers knew her narrative would ruin the picture they were trying to paint.

Tyra Banks Bagged A Hit Gig Post Lawsuit Filing 

5

Several days after the news of Banks’ lawsuit made waves, it was announced that she was joining “Project Runway” as a judge for its 22nd season. This is not her first rodeo, as she was a guest judge on the show’s previous season.

Banks spoke up, disclosing that she was hesitant after being approached to do the show late last year. She further explained that she was nervous for her first day back on set because she “was going through a lot.”

According to an earlier release by The Blast, the TV personality noted her nervousness stemmed from the challenges she was going through in her personal life. However, the atmosphere on set helped calm her nerves. “Everybody was so warm and kind, and seeing Heidi’s [Klum] face gave me peace.”

Who will emerge victorious in this battle? Netflix or Tyra Banks?

Jennifer Aniston‘s outfits rarely lean divisive, but here we are. But after seeing Aniston’s chic style, even skeptics are turning into believers — including Us. We found her oddly polished look for only $34!

Wrapping up filming of The Morning Show, Aniston posted bittersweet clips from some of her favorite moments. One caught our eye, not just because it was sentimental, but because her flowy cargo pants were so incredibly chic. Inappropriate timing? Maybe, but we couldn’t help it. This pants style made Us cargo converts.

Get the Dokotoo Wide-Leg Cargo Pants for $43 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

Like Aniston’s, these Dokotoo Cargo Pants feature a high waist, a wide-leg shape and pleated detailing for elegance. Oh, and plenty of pockets. By combining the edgy look of cargo pockets with a billowy, sophisticated silhouette, you get pants that work with everything, literally and figuratively.

Related: Cindy Crawford‘s Lightweight Blue Jeans Style Is on Sale for $37

Advertisement

Cindy Crawford‘s California-cool aesthetic is usually hard to recreate, especially if you’re not from the West Coast, but her latest denim style is changing the game. With a single pair of jeans, Crawford brought relaxed L.A. vibes to bustling New York City, and we found her flowy look on sale for $37. Crawford and her […]

Better yet, the stretchy elastane-blend fabric makes these classy pants comfortable enough to wear all day. One five-star reviewer wrote, “I actually ordered them to use as some work-appropriate slacks for client meetings, etc., but they are so insanely comfortable that I have just been wearing them with tanks and light baggy sweaters.”

Another happy shopper, who bought five pairs, shared, “They’re heavy enough to hold their shape and cover my bulges (unlike other wide pleated pants), and they’re light enough to wear in spring, summer or fall. Second, they’re so comfortable! I could live in them. Third, they dress up or down.”

Whether for in-office days, brunches or errands, these cargo wonders make you the most stylish person in any room, even with the most basic top in your drawer. Aniston wore them with a simple black long-sleeve, a formula we’re copying all season long.

The catch? Everyone’s trying to recreate Aniston’s look. Sizes are flying off the shelves, so snag this chic staple before it’s gone!

Get the Dokotoo Wide-Leg Cargo Pants for $43 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

Looking for something else? Explore more chic pants, and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

UsNow Summer Sale Alert: These Chic Fashion Finds are over 30% off – Plus Free Shipping
Welcome to summer with our biggest sale of the year. This summer’s chicest dresses, tops and swimsuits are all over 30% + free shipping. Inventory is limited so hurry before they’re gone.
Shop the UsNow Summer Sale –>

Related: Dakota Johnson‘s Cool-Girl Lounge Pants Put Tight Leggings to Shame

Tight pants had their moment, but if you look around, you’ll notice there’s been a shift. Fashion girls like Dakota Johnson are instead rocking flowy lounge pants, a cool, effortlessly chic swap. We couldn’t be happier, especially since Johnson’s everyday look is only $20 on Amazon! If anyone embodies the elevated loungewear trend, it’s the […]

What was supposed to be a weekend of excitement ahead of the new school year quickly turned into a frightening morning for the Virginia State University community. The historically Black university is now facing a serious investigation after gunfire erupted near student housing, leaving multiple people injured and prompting officials to lock down the campus.

RELATED: Sheesh! Teen Suspect Arrested After Fight At Georgia High School Escalates Into Student Shooting

At Least Five People Were Shot Near VSU’s Dorms

According to officials, officers responded to the area near the university’s residence halls at approximately 1:29 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, and found five people suffering from gunshot wounds outside the dorms. All five victims were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.

One victim was initially reported to have life-threatening injuries and was later listed in critical condition. The other four sustained injuries that were not considered life-threatening, and the university later confirmed that the student among the victims had been released from the hospital.

Police Are Searching For Multiple Suspects

Chesterfield County Police are leading the investigation, with Virginia State University Police, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, and the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office assisting. Authorities said they are searching for multiple suspects, and no arrests had been reported as of Saturday afternoon. Police also said the shooting was not a drive-by incident.

The shooting prompted a temporary campus lockdown that was later lifted Saturday morning. While the lockdown has ended, officials said a significant law enforcement presence remains on campus as investigators work to determine exactly what happened.

The Shooting Came Just Before Classes Were Set To Begin

The incident happened just days before the start of VSU’s fall semester, with classes scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 17. Students had recently returned to campus residence halls and participated in the university’s “New Trojans Experience” for incoming students.

Virginia State University is a public HBCU in Ettrick, Virginia, about 20 miles south of Richmond, with roughly 5,700 students. As the investigation continues, university officials urged students to monitor their VSU email for additional safety information and available support services, emphasizing that the safety and well-being of the campus community remain the school’s top priority.

In a statement shared by Virginia State University, officials gave an update:

“We recognize the concern this incident has caused among our students, parents, alumni, friends, and the broader VSU community. The safety and well-being of our students remain our highest priority,” the statement shared. “Students should monitor their VSU email for additional safety measures currently in effect and information about available support services.”

RELATED: 15-Year-Old Passes Away After Argument At Joppatowne High School Escalated To A Shooting (UPDATE)

Customers were eating at Arigato Japanese Steak and Seafood House in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, when suddenly a portion of the ceiling collapsed. Subsequently, three people were injured while shocking footage showed a woman lying on the floor. Just a few weeks earlier, a similar incident occurred in BJ’s store in Ocean Township, New Jersey. Twenty-seven people were reportedly injured.

What’s going on? And what should be known about building maintenance and structural safety?

Justin Carter is getting answers and shedding light on ‘TSR Investigates.’

Ceiling Collapses At Hibachi Restaurant & On 27 People In BJs

According to Carter, the drywall panel that fell inside the Arigato Japanese Steak and Seafood House in July was apparently missing “several required nails” before it fell and injured multiple people. Despite the incident, however, the county health department reportedly cleared the building to reopen.

But that wasn’t the only incident to make headlines and go viral.

Per Carter, a few months earlier, a BJs in New Jersey went viral when footage showed the ceiling collapse on multiple customers pushing their shopping carts. At the time, a spokesperson for the company credited the collapse to heavy rain.

“But that doesn’t excuse the structural integrity of the building itself,” Carter notes.

Twenty-seven people were ultimately injured due to the incident. Thankfully, no one was fatally injured.

What To Know

Carter speaks with licensed general contractor Gary Murray about correcting building violations and compliance. Additionally, Murray explains the significance of compliant building plans, adequately prepared subcontractors, and up-to-date documentation.

“A lot of the issues that we see, that are surrounding these types of issues that are taking place are people dealing with contractors that aren’t licensed or do not have any type of track record in the particular areas that they’re working in,” Murray explained. “In this day and age, people are still cutting corners.”

Murray explained that most people believe they are hiring one company when they undergo construction. However, they are unaware that the company is hiring subcontractors to do specific areas of work. Therefore, “it doesn’t necessarily mean that all the other trades are going to be in order and do the things that they should do according to plan.”

Scroll above to watch as Gary Murray shares critical information and what everyone should know.

RELATED: DoorDash Driver Hit In Police Chase Still Delivers Order! | TSR Investigates

These days, cozy mysteries are all the rage. What’s not to love? After all, murder doesn’t have to be so grim. Folks looking for something thrilling that rivals Knives Out ought to consider perhaps the greatest mystery series of all time: Agatha Christie’s Poirot. Based on the literary works of Christie herself, David Suchet played the famed Hercule Poirot, the maddeningly vain yet terribly elegant and thoughtful detective (who is Belgian, not French) across 13 stellar seasons and 70 episodes. Nothing quite comes close to the brilliance of this undeniably effective ITV series.

‘Agatha Christie’s Poirot’ Truly Encapsulates the Famed Literary Detective

Those looking for something that will scratch that mystery itch will likely find a kindred spirit in Poirot. The fabulous program is simply unparalleled as far as cozy mystery television is concerned, as it adapts the master of murder mysteries herself. No matter if Poirot is your favorite Agatha Christie character or not, you will be fully enraptured by Suchet’s performance as he completely devotes himself to the author’s descriptions of her fictional detective. Physically, of course, by emoting the character’s unusual mannerisms, but also psychologically in the way he explores Poirot’s moral complexity. The series does masterfully capture the detective’s confident charm and his frustratingly irritable personality (which you think would conflict with each other but somehow are not). Still, what truly earns the series the “greatest of all time” label is that it is the most complete adaptation of Christie’s work ever put to the screen.

Poirot originally aired between 1989 and 2013 on the British channel ITV, with Suchet becoming internationally acclaimed for his part. While some may prefer Kenneth Branagh or Albert Finney (and that’s totally okay), only Suchet can lay claim to having adapted not only the most Poirot stories (basically all of them), but with the most clear faithfulness to Christie’s original text. All the classics are accounted for here, including Murder on the Orient Express, The ABC Murders, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, Death on the Nile, and, of course, fan-favorites like Five Little Pigs. The series also features a real ending in its adaptation of Curtain (the final Poirot novel), making this detective classic a truly complete work. Agatha Christie’s Poirot may not be a quick binge, but it’s an effortless one that will check all the right British boxes for those looking for something intelligent, entertaining, and downright masterful.

Another reason to give Poirot a try is that, over the course of several decades, the ITV program secured some pretty notable guest stars. Damian Lewis (“Hickory Dickory Dock”), Emily Blunt (“Death on the Nile”), Michael Fassbender (“After the Funeral”), Jessica Chastain (“Murder on the Orient Express”), Kelly Reilly (“Sad Cypress”), and Christopher Eccleston (“One, Two, Buckle My Shoe”) all appeared in episodes, among many others. Like Poirot himself, you never know who you might find next when you indulge in this mysterious obsession.

David Suchet Is the Beating Heart Behind ‘Poirot’

There is a reason that many consider David Suchet to be the definitive Hercule Poirot, and it’s not just because of his funny mustache. The star remained faithful to Christie’s novels not due to creative obligations from the folks behind-the-scenes, but because of a sacred debt he felt to the author. “I thought I would read every single novel and very soon I realized that the character of Hercule Poirot was somebody that I’d never properly met,” Suchet once revealed at the Cheltenham Literature Festival, as recorded by RTE. “And if I hadn’t met him, then I didn’t think that her readership had either, or the future television audience.” For Suchet, it became a mission to properly explore all the multifaceted aspects of the character, which may very well be why the show lasted so long.

Ranging from hour-long episodes to feature-length installments, the 13-season Poirot series is a triumph of British television — and in mystery TV proper. Having played the character for nearly 25 years, nobody knows Hercule Poirot quite like David Suchet, and it’s that commitment to the part that has captured the hearts (and inquiring minds) of all who give Agatha Christie’s Poirot a try. For the best cozy mystery binge you’ll be sorry you haven’t already started, travel back in time for Poirot. Just be sure to watch this TV classic before Hercule premieres.