Agatha Christie's Poirot Instant

Sea and air sickness; messy rooms; and being called "French" (he is Belgian).

Hercule Poirot is the only fictional character to receive a full-page obituary on the front page of The New York Times upon his "death" in the novel Curtain . Agatha Christie's Poirot

Carries a pocket watch and values absolute precision. Sea and air sickness; messy rooms; and being

The ITV series starring is widely considered the definitive portrayal of the character. Longevity: Ran for 13 seasons over 25 years. Sea and air sickness

Always immaculately dressed; obsessed with his perfectly waxed mustache.

(Hugh Fraser): The loyal, albeit slightly naive, companion.