Lady Chatterton asks for Poirot's assistance - she fears for the safety of her friend, Marguerite Clayton and is convinced that marguerite's husband Edward, known for his unhappy temper, willhug his wife.Poirot is invited to a party to meet Clayton but he does not appear, and subsequently Poirot finds himself interviewed by Japp when Clayton's body is found in an elaborate Spanish chest.
Agatha Christie's Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot lives in London with Captain Hastings. Together, they range about Europe encountering cuddle mysteries. The series has strong story lines, good production and acting, and an unmistakable flavor of the pre-war years.
Agatha Christie's Poirot - The Mystery of the Spanish Chest Synopsis and Schedule