Meet the cast of Sister Boniface Mysteries

Meet the cast of Sister Boniface Mysteries

As a long-time aficionado of British television dramas, I can confidently say that the arrival of Sister Boniface Mysteries on BBC One is a cause for great excitement! Having spent countless hours immersed in the world of Father Brown, I was thrilled when our beloved Sister Boniface was given her own spin-off series.


Today, August 23rd (this Friday), the Sister Boniface Mysteries make their debut on BBC One, marking the long-awaited premiere of its first season!

As someone who’s thoroughly enjoyed the cozy mystery drama thus far, I can’t help but feel excited about the upcoming seasons now airing on BBC. Even if you’ve already streamed all three seasons available on U, there’s a whole new wave of admirers to come, discovering the captivating Father Brown spin-off for themselves!

In one of Father Brown’s early season 1 episodes, Sister Boniface (portrayed by Lorna Watson) made her first appearance. Later, she took center stage in a separate series where she investigates cases, combining her role as a nun with part-time work as a forensic scientist.

Now, production for season 4 of the drama is underway, meaning there’s a wealth of additional content for those just joining the series.

However, let’s clarify the characters involved in the Sister Boniface Mysteries. Here’s a rundown of the main players.

Sister Boniface Mysteries cast: Full list of characters and actors in drama

Below, you’ll discover the complete character lineup for Sister Boniface. Keep reading to uncover details about each character and the talented individuals portraying them in this captivating series.

  • Lorna Watson as Sister Boniface
  • Max Brown as DI Sam Gillespie
  • Jerry Iwu as DS Felix Livingstone
  • Miranda Raison as Ruth Penny
  • Ami Metcalf as WPC Peggy Button

Lorna Watson plays Sister Boniface

Meet the cast of Sister Boniface Mysteries

In simpler terms, who is Sister Boniface? She’s a Catholic sister residing at St. Vincent’s Convent, but she holds an exceptional academic background – a PhD in Forensic Science. This unique combination makes her particularly suited to assist in solving the mysterious crimes that occur within her peaceful village.

Have I encountered Lorna Watson somewhere else aside from her role as the lead in Sister Boniface Mysteries? Yes, she’s appeared in crossover episodes of Father Brown, in Watson & Oliver, Horrible Histories, and The Catherine Tate Show as well.

Max Brown plays DI Sam Gillespie

Meet the cast of Sister Boniface Mysteries

In the series, who does the role of the diligent and determined detective belong to, known as the Inspector?

In my film enthusiast opinion, I must confess that Max Brown’s face seems strikingly familiar to me. Known for his captivating performances in shows like Grange Hill, Crossroads, Hollyoaks, The Tudors, and Spooks, he has graced our screens with his talent. He was also a noteworthy presence in the 2019 Downton Abbey movie, as well as The Royals and the intriguing Beauty & the Beast TV series set in a sci-fi universe.

Jerry Iwu plays DS Felix Livingstone

Meet the cast of Sister Boniface Mysteries

Who is Felix Livingstone? He is a Detective Sergeant on a temporary assignment who collaborates closely with Gillespie and Boniface in solving the village’s cases.

Have I encountered Jerry Iwu elsewhere on screen?

Miranda Raison plays Ruth Penny

Meet the cast of Sister Boniface Mysteries

Who is Ruth Penny? She’s a local newspaper reporter, frequently working alongside Boniface and his crew on similar cases. Her keen insights and timely information are noteworthy additions to their work.

Have you recognized Miranda Raison from shows like Spooks, Warrior, and Spotless? Or perhaps from her voice work in Doctor Who: The Sixth Doctor Adventures or Doctor Who: The Monthly Adventures?

Ami Metcalf plays WPC Peggy Button

Meet the cast of Sister Boniface Mysteries

Is Peggy Button perhaps a young police officer who might still be finding her footing, yet brings a fresh, youthful perspective to the cases she handles?

Have you recognized Ami Metcalf from somewhere? She appeared in the 2015 movie Pan as Sister Thomas, and also made appearances on TV shows like Doctors, Silent Witness, and The Mimic.

Sister Boniface Mysteries season 1 additional cast

In keeping with the tradition of this intriguing series, you’ll encounter a host of new faces in Sister Boniface Mysteries. Here’s a peek at the talented ensemble joining us for season 1:

  • Virginia Fiol as Sister Reg
  • Carolyn Pickles as Reverend Mother Adrian
  • Robert Daws as CC Lowsley
  • David Sterne as Tom Thomas
  • Belinda Lang as Mrs Clam
  • Mark Williams as Father Brown
  • Danielle Phillips as Grace Pearson
  • Andrew Scarborough as Hugo Steele 
  • Stephanie Booth as Debra Diamond
  • Ingvild Lakou as Pamela Wishbone
  • Ingrid Oliver as Gaynor Garfield

Sister Boniface season 1 premieres on BBC One and iPlayer on Friday 23rd August at 2pm.

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2024-08-23 11:34