David Suchet
For over 25 years David Suchet captivated millions worldwide as Agatha Christie's elegant Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. Beyond Poirot, this Emmy winning actor, also nominated for multiple Olivier Awards, BAFTAs and a Tony Award, has been celebrated for his portrayal of iconic roles such as Lady Bracknell, Cardinal Benelli and Freud.
Date of Birth: May 02, 1946 (80)
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
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BIO
For over 25 years David Suchet captivated millions worldwide as Agatha Christie's elegant Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. Beyond Poirot, this Emmy winning actor, also nominated for multiple Olivier Awards, BAFTAs and a Tony Award, has been celebrated for his portrayal of iconic roles such as Lady Bracknell, Cardinal Benelli and Freud. David has also graced the world's stages bringing literary greats to life, including Shakespeare, Wilde and Albee.
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Connection
Movies
[ 1980 ] Gustav Klimt
[ 1982 ] Corbett
[ 1983 ] Inspector Stagnos
[ 1984 ] Buller
[ 1984 ] Mesterbein
[ 1985 ] Alex
[ 1986 ] Minister of Defense
[ 1987 ] Jacques Lafleur
[ 1988 ] Bishop
[ 1988 ] Muller
[ 1989 ] Will
[ 1993 ] Rudi Waltz
[ 1996 ] Nagi Hsan
[ 1997 ] Oliver, Matthew Delacorta
[ 1998 ] Mohamed Karaman
[ 1999 ] Captain Jon Sansky
[ 2000 ] Napoleon
[ 2002 ] Narrator, Geppetto, Judge
[ 2003 ] Jean-Pierre Thibodoux
[ 2003 ] Leo Gillette
[ 2006 ] Narrator
[ 2006 ] Rita's Dad
[ 2007 ] DPM Campbell
[ 2008 ] Lew Vogel
[ 2009 ] Dr. Benjamin Cisco
[ 2011 ] Joe Keller
[ 2014 ] James Tyrone
[ 2014 ] Mr. Ruskin
[ 2015 ] Lady Bracknell
[ 2017 ] Director Stansfield
TV Shows
Kaisa
Storyteller
Hercule Poirot
[ 2025-2025 ] George
Awards and Nominations
David Suchet, The Importance Of Being Earnest
David Suchet, All My Sons
David Suchet, Amadeus
David Suchet, Amadeus
David Suchet, Amadeus
David Suchet, Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf?
David Suchet, Oleanna
David Suchet, Separation
David Suchet, The Merchant Of Venice
David Suchet, Once In A Lifetime
Videos
Video: MURDER IN THE CATHEDRAL Cast Begins Rehearsals at Orange Tree Theatre
by Rachel Stone - 2026-09-12 07:23:15
STAGE TUBE: David Tennant, Ian McKellen, Benedict Cumberbatch, Tim Minchin, and More Dissect HAMLET's Most Iconic Line
by Louisa Brady - 2016-04-24 10:16:34
News
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2026
Ahead of its opening night, all new production photos have been released for T.S. Eliot's Murder in the Cathedral at Richmond’s St John the Devine Church. Check out the photos here!
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 20, 2026
The Orange Tree's Tom Littler is not afraid of variety. After staging a delightful and clever version of Love's Labour's Lost and Much Ado About Nothing, set in the grounds of a Richmond school, he has turned to T.S. Eliot’s 1936 verse drama, Murder In The Cathedral, set in the church opposite the theatre. With a star turn from veteran actor David Suchet, this thought-provoking production is as captivating as it is atmospheric.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
All new rehearsal photos have been released from T.S. Eliot's Murder in the Cathedral, from Orange Tree Theatre. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026
Anthony Page, a pivotal British theatre director who helmed plays by Samuel Beckett and Edward Albee and directed multiple Broadway productions, has died at Denville Hall.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 12, 2026
Orange Tree Theatre shared a first look at rehearsals for T.S. Eliot's Murder in the Cathedral, starring David Suchet, ahead of its already sold-out run.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026
David Mitchell and Anna Maxwell Martin return for a LUDWIG Christmas special on BritBox, joined by Sir David Suchet as a murder suspect in a snowbound locked-room mystery.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
Orange Tree Theatre unveiled its 2026/2027 season, featuring Tamsin Greig in CRANFORD, Olivia Williams in THE VORTEX, and Claire Skinner in INFAMOUS ANNE, alongside King Lear and Richard II in repertory.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026
Orange Tree Theatre has revealed the complete company for T.S. Eliot's Murder in the Cathedral, joining David Suchet at Richmond's St John the Divine Church ahead of a transfer to Theatre Royal Bath.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2026
Denville Hall, a residential care home for performing arts professionals, announced Theatre Gives Day, with ambassadors including Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen making curtain call appearances across West End venues to support its £26 million Centenary Appeal.
by Gary Naylor - May 14, 2026
Something for everyone in Joshua James's tremendous turn as the great detective
by Christiana Rose - Apr 7, 2026
A polished NT Live filming of All My Sons arrives on screen as a compelling highlight of the National Theatre Live season on 16 April 2026, combining strong performances with assured direction. Led by Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste, the play recording delivers emotional depth and tension layered in morality, which resonates far beyond the stage.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026
Before Amadeus arrives on STARZ later this year, find out everything to know about the play, including its origin, major productions and players, adaptations, and more!
![Park Theatre Unveils New Celebrity Guest Sheriffs For WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 Photo](https://cloudimages.broadwayworld.com/columnpiccloud/300-e1ca26c21abff04277bf0e474dcc3429.jpg)
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026
Park Theatre has announced a new wave of celebrity guest sheriffs for WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4, the fourth instalment of its fundraising comedy event, running May 11 through June 27, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
The London Soundtrack Festival (LSF), London's first dedicated annual Festival celebrating the music of film, TV and games, has revealed the line-up for its return in 2026.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Oct 18, 2025
There probably isn’t a theatergoer who hasn’t already seen Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Ernest.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
The Stratford Festival has announced the appointment of Jonathan Church as Artistic Director. A dual U.K.-Canada citizen, Church is one of the most respected figures in theatre. He has directed more than 50 productions.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2025
A longtime staple of New York and London stages, we are chronicling Elizabeth McGovern's theater roles ahead of the debut of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025
Riverside Theatres & Christine Dunstan Productions will present Difficult Conversations, hosted by acclaimed journalist Jane Hutcheon and featuring sharp-witted guests Jonathan Biggins and Hannah Diviney.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
A riotous comedy double bill arrives in London, blending Chekhov’s piquant mix of laughter and absurdity with Dario Fo’s unique, slapstick satire of Milanese life.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024
Explore the works of Dario Fo and Anton Chekhov at The Playground Theatre, directed by Justin Butcher. Discover a compelling blend of classic and contemporary theatre in this anticipated production.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
David Suchet has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
David Suchet has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
David Suchet's first West End show was All My Sons which opened in 2010
Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for The Importance Of Being Earnest, Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for All My Sons, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Amadeus, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Amadeus, Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Amadeus , Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf?, Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Oleanna , Actor of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for Separation, Actor of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for The Merchant Of Venice and Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Once In A Lifetime.
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