“Death on the Nile” is a 2022 American-British mystery thriller film directed by Kenneth Branagh and based on the 1937 novel of the same name by Agatha Christie. It is the sequel to the 2017 film “Murder on the Orient Express” and features a returning cast including Kenneth Branagh as Hercule Poirot, Tom Bateman as Bouc, and Annette Bening as Euphemia.
The film follows detective Hercule Poirot as he investigates the murder of a young heiress during a luxurious river cruise on the Nile. As Poirot delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and motives among the passengers, including the victim’s fiancé, a jealous ex-lover, and a vengeful family member.
“Death on the Nile” was released on February 11, 2022, and received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film’s performances and visuals, others criticized the slow pace and lack of suspense compared to the previous film. The film also faced controversy due to Armie Hammer’s role being edited out of the film following allegations of sexual misconduct against him. Despite the mixed reviews and controversy, the film performed moderately well at the box office, grossing over $100 million worldwide.
Duration: 127 min.
