One of the previous reviewers was right. There is something about this episode that just really works. The plot is both logical and unexpected as it should be in a good Christie adaptation. It really fits together in the end (though it would have been nice if Marple had explained it all in one sitting as opposed to two different people at different times). I know Marple wasn't originally supposed to be in this, but I think she fit well, certainly better than in some of the Julia McKenzie episodes (cringe). Geraldine McEwan is my preferred of the two ITV Marples. I think she had good chemistry with detective Mallard, played by Alan Davies, and also the supporting characters. Eileen Atkins was fantastic as the grumpy matriarch, and I was quite sad she died so early in the film. Saffron Burrows, Paul Nicholls, and Greg Wise were also excellent. I really cannot think of many bad things to say about this one. The makers knew exactly what they were doing, and they pulled it off well. The story followed through completely, and the characters were interesting. If you want to check out the series this might be a good one to start on.
Review of Towards Zero
"With Any Luck I'll Be Dead by September" One of the Best ITV Marples
30 November 2016
Warning: Spoilers