Jo Joyner and Mark Benton have returned as mystery-solving duo Shakespeare and Hathaway in the BBC’s hit daytime drama, which returns to our screens on weekdays from Monday 25th February 2019.
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Here’s everyone you need to meet – from main characters to guest stars…
Mark Benton plays Frank Hathaway
Who is Frank Hathaway? Former detective inspector Frank Hathaway works as a private investigator, alongside his partner Lu Shakespeare.
What else has Mark Benton been in? Some of Mark Benton’s most high-profile roles include Eddie in Early Doors, Richmond in Eddie the Eagle, Feldman in The Halcyon, teacher Daniel Chalk in Waterloo Road, and Howard in Northern Lights.
Jo Joyner plays Luella Shakespeare
Who is Luella Shakespeare? A former hairdresser. She bought into Frank’s business as a private detective after he helped clear her name when she was accused of murdering her new husband, and the two are now partners.
What else has Jo Joyner been in? Perhaps best known for playing Tanya in EastEnders, Jo Joyner has also starred in Ackley Bridge, Be Lucky, Mount Pleasant, The Confessions of Dorian Gray, Green Wing, and Ordinary Lies. She has also appeared as the character Lynda in Doctor Who.
Patrick Walshe McBride plays Sebastian Brudenell
Who is Sebastian Brudenell? Shakespeare and Hathaway’s junior employee. He is a young, aspiring RADA-trained actor who uses his skills whenever undercover investigations are required, often wearing elaborate costumes.
What else has Patrick Walshe McBride been in? The young actor has previously appeared in Lewis, Holby City and Pixies. He will soon play Paul in the upcoming TV series Giri/Haji.
Roberta Taylor plays Gloria Fonteyn
Who is Gloria Fonteyn? Gloria runs a theatre costumier and is close friends with Sebastian, who lives above.
What else has Roberta Taylor been in? A veteran of stage and screen as well as a published author, Roberta Taylor recently played Celia Lavender in Idris Elba drama Luther. She has also starred as Inspector Gina Gold in The Bill, while other credits include Viceroy’s House, The Foreigner, Doctors, and a stint on EastEnders as the character Irene.
Amber Aga plays DI Christine Marlowe
Who is DI Christine Marlowe? The local detective inspector, who often crosses paths with Shakespeare and Hathaway. She and Frank know each other from his time in the police when she was his junior, and there is a certain amount of friction.
What else has Amber Aga been in? The actress has recently appeared in There She Goes, Bounty Hunters, and Absentia. She played Dr Anvar “Annie” Parvez in Murder City.
Guest stars for episode 1:
Tim the Dog
Who is Tim the Dog? Mongrel Tim saved the life of businessman Theodore Athenaeus, and was named his sole heir in the will – which meant that this dog inherited a vast shipping fortune and is pampered beyond belief. He has a personal trainer, a nutritionist, a stylist, a lawyer, and a vet (played by Elinor Lawless), but all he wants to do is visit Theodore’s grave at the pet-friendly graveyard run by animal undertaker Leonard Baxter (Paul Clayton).
Now Tim seems to have run away from his life of luxury at the opulent Miranda Park – or is this a case of dognapping?
Michael Maloney plays George Gonzalo
Who is George Gonzalo? The lawyer for the Athanaeus estate.
What else has Michael Maloney been in? As a TV veteran, Michael Maloney’s credits include The Five, Paranoid, Mr Selfridge, River, The C Word, New Worlds, The White Queen, and Accused.
Leila Ayad plays Dorka Ugric
Who is Dorka Ugric? A maid at Miranda Park.
What else has Leila Ayad been in? She played Charlotte Reid in the TV series Scandal, and has also made appearances in Grey’s Anatomy, Reception, and Exodus Fall.
Thomas Dominique plays Wayne McKenzie
Who is Wayne McKenzie? Tim’s personal trainer, who devised an extensive exercise plan for the wealthy dog.
What else has Thomas Dominique been in? You may have seen him as Christopher Carpenter in the TV series Blood Drive, or as Roadie in the Black Mirror episode Hated in the Nation.
Colin Ryan plays Benoit Roux
Who is Benoit Roux? Tim’s personal stylist. Unfortunately the dog was never grateful for his efforts.
What else has Colin Ryan been in? The actor played Harry in the Doctor Who episode Knock Knock, and was Lorenzo De Medici in the BBC series Leonardo.
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