Why Didn't They Ask Evans?: Release date and where to watch in Australia

Published On

March 5, 2024

Why Didn't They Ask Evans?
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Most mystery fans are familiar with Agatha Christie’s stories with so many of the author’s works adapted for film and television. One recent TV adaptation is Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?, a BritBox original helmed by Mammoth Screen and Agatha Christie Limited.

In Australia, you can stream episodes of the mystery show on demand – find out how using this guide. 

What’s in this Guide?

This Agatha Christie adaptation streams on BritBox in Australia with all three episodes dropping at once. If you’re signing up for the first time, you can stream the entire series for free using BritBox’s 7-day trial. 

This isn’t the first time thatWhy Didn’t They Ask Evans? was screened in Australia. It was initially broadcast on ABC, then streamed on demand on ABC iView. The program is no longer available on ABC, however. 

Whether you’re watching the series for the first time or just feel like revisiting episodes, Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? will now become available on BritBox.

TV showStreaming ServiceAvailable?
Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?BritBoxYes – with BritBox free trial
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The three-part series premieres on BritBox on 14 March with all episodes launching on the service. 

The show initially premiered in 2022 in the UK, followed by a free to air release in Australia. About two years later, it’s finally available on paid streaming via BritBox.

Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? Release DateStreaming Service
Episode 1Thur, 14 Mar 2024BritBox
Episode 2Thur, 14 Mar 2024BritBox
Episode 3Thur, 14 Mar 2024BritBox

Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? TV series will stream on BritBox this month. In addition to an excellent catalogue of content from BBC and ITV like Line of Duty, Vera, Luther, and many other shows on BritBox, it also offers new originals that are just as binge-worthy with the likes of Crime, Magpie Murders and more.

BritBox Australia still offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers wanting to give the service a try. There’s only one streaming tier, priced at $9.99 per month or $99.99 yearly.

There’s already 4K streaming on BritBox, although it’s only supported for selected devices, including Samsung smart TVs with 4K and the new Telstra TV. 

Users can do concurrent streaming on the BritBox app for up to four devices.

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Bobby Jones’ (Will Poulter) seemingly peaceful life is upended when he finds a dying man at a golf course. Before dying, Jones bears witness to his last words – “why didn’t they ask Evans?” 

With no idea of what it could mean, he shares the revelation to his socialite friend Lady Frances “Frankie” Derwent (Lucy Boynton). Together, they use their inner sleuth to answer the man’s final question, only to discover that there’s more to his death than meets the eye. 

Their own investigation, however, puts their lives at risk as Bobby learns that someone wants him dead. Unfazed, they embark on a crime-solving journey equipped with their strong yearning for answers.

The series is based on Agatha Christie’s 1934 novel of the same name and directed by House actor Hugh Laurie, who also penned the 2022 adaptation. 

Check out the trailer for the mystery series right here.

The 2022 adaptation stars Will Poulter, Lucy Boynton, and series writer and director Hugh Laurie. 

The complete main cast of Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? are as follows: 

  • Will Poulter as Bobby Jones
  • Lucy Boynton as Frankie Derwent
  • Hugh Laurie as Dr. James Nicholson
  • Daniel Ings as Roger Bassington-ffrench
  • Jonathan Jules as Ralph ‘Knocker’ Beadon
  • Alistair Petrie as Rev. Richard Jones
  • Nicholas Asbury as Mr. Angel
  • Maeve Dermody as Moira Nicholson
  • Nia Trussler Jones as Mrs. Gladys Roberts
  • Morwenna Banks as Amelia Cayman
  • Christian Patterson as Sergeant Ellis
  • Richard Dixon as Leo Cayman

If you enjoy mystery thrillers like this one from Agatha Christie, there’s plenty of choices across streaming.

British suspense dramas like Our House, Rules of the Game, The Control Room, Vigil, The Girl Before, Chloe, as well as new releases such as The Burning Girls, One Night, Paper Dolls, Fool Me Once, Treason, Hijack, The Diplomat, and Suspicion are just some of the TV shows you can try. 

You can also explore what’s on BritBox or use the streaming search below to explore more shows.

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