David Suchet, standing at an exact 5ft 6 (167.6 cm), is the English actor whose compact stature perfectly embodied the diminutive yet imperious Hercule Poirot in the long-running TV series Agatha Christie's Poirot.
His 5ft 6 height lent an air of meticulous precision and understated authority to the iconic Belgian detective, making his commanding presence all the more striking despite his modest frame. This physical trait has been central to Suchet's career, allowing him to excel in roles demanding intellectual dominance over physical might, from films like Executive Decision and Foolproof to stage productions such as Long Day's Journey into Night.
- Starred in BBC documentaries David Suchet: In the Footsteps of St Paul (2012) and In the Footsteps of St Peter (2015), where his 5ft 6 build suited intimate, reflective explorations.
- Featured in Who Do You Think You Are? (2009), showcasing his versatile screen presence.