Meet the cast of The Pembrokeshire Murders

As I delve deeper into the captivating world of “The Pembrokeshire Murders,” I find myself in awe of the exceptional talent that graces our screens. The cast, a brilliant ensemble, brings to life the gripping tale of justice and resilience.

Netflix has incorporated ITV’s “The Pembrokeshire Murders” into its collection, thus exposing a fresh group of viewers to the captivating crime series.

The miniseries, derived from a book by police detective Steve Wilkins and ITV journalist Jonathan Hill, and heavily inspired by real events, chronicles the journey of Detective Superintendent Steve Wilkins as he revisits two cold cases from the 1980s involving serial killer John Cooper. His aim is to bring Cooper to justice.

In the main character role, Luke Evans (a well-known Hollywood actor), is joined by several familiar faces in secondary parts.

He noted, “I prefer actors to depict characters from their native regions. If feasible, I find it more authentic when they speak in their natural accents. Lucky for us, our casting director was exceptional and managed to assemble an outstanding Welsh cast.

Simultaneously, while many characters are modeled after real individuals, others are combinations of multiple people, and certain names have been altered for the show’s purpose.

Delve further for comprehensive details about the actors, uncovering who their portrayed characters are based on in reality, as well as potential previous roles you may recognize.

The Pembrokeshire Murders cast: Who stars in the series on Netflix?

Luke Evans plays SIO Steve Wilkins

In 2006, Steve Wilkins, an accomplished detective with a background at Scotland Yard, returned home to Wales and accepted a position as Deputy Head of Dyfed Powys CID. Upon his arrival, he assembled a team to re-examine two cold cases from the ’80s, hoping that advancements in forensic science would aid them in solving these long-unsolved murders.

Swiftly focusing on John Cooper, Wilkins, accompanied by his team, collaborated with ITV journalist Jonathan Hill, aiming to secure a conviction against him prior to his release from prison for robbery and burglary charges.

He’s an exceptional team leader, managing to keep everyone’s spirits high even when they were all feeling disheartened and doubtful about catching the killer. He truly is a remarkable individual. I’ve had the privilege of working with some outstanding people as well as some less than stellar ones throughout my career, but there’s something particularly satisfying about collaborating with someone like Steve Wilkins, who undeniably falls into the former category.

Besides these mentioned works, Luke Evans has also been featured in other notable films such as Clash of the Titans, Fast & Furious 6, The Hobbit, the live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast where he played Gaston, and Professor Marston and the Wonder Women.

On the television screen, he’s appeared in the 2013 BBC One miniseries The Great Train Robbery and currently holds the main role in Netflix series The Alienist. Meanwhile, outside of acting, he has a thriving music career, with his first album released in 2019.

Keith Allen plays John William Cooper

“Who is the individual known as John Cooper?

Cooper earned the moniker ‘The Bullseye Killer’ by the media due to an appearance on a famous 80s darts show. This TV appearance was later utilized as proof against him, since it resembled a sketch of a suspect, after he had erased all images of himself from that time frame.

As a pair strolled along the seaside trail, it’s likely he encountered another couple deeply in love, possessing things he lacked. The initial scene I filmed depicted the funeral of my spouse, and I came across individuals who knew him from that town, remarking, “You wouldn’t have imagined it.” Was he the center of attention at parties? No, but he was always courteous, avoiding profanity.

Has Keith Allen starred in any other productions apart from those mentioned? Yes, he has been involved in numerous TV and movie roles since the ’80s, and some of his standout performances can be seen in films like Shallow Grave, Trainspotting, and The Others.

Apart from that, he’s quite renowned for his work on television, appearing in shows such as Bodies, Robin Hood, The Runaway, and The Body Farm.

David Fynn plays Jonathan Hill

What is the background or identity of Jonathan Hill? Known for his work as an ITV Wales journalist, prior to collaborating with Steve Wilkins, Jonathan Hill was preparing a documentary about a series of murders. In this collaboration, he played a significant role in solving the case, such as locating the Bullseye footage that proved vital evidence and providing updates on the case which Cooper, the suspect, would watch while imprisoned. Following Cooper’s conviction, Hill teamed up with Wilkins to co-author The Pembrokeshire Murders: Catching the Bullseye Killer – a book that serves as the basis for this series.

Is there anything else David Fynn is recognized for apart from his role as Brett in the American sitcom “Undateable”? He also took the lead as Dewey Finn in the London stage production of “School of Rock,” which earned him a nomination for an Oliver Award.

Apart from the lead roles, he’s made appearances in several well-known television series like Game of Thrones, Sherlock, Doctor Who, The Inbetweeners, Black Mirror, Peep Show, and Spooks.

Caroline Berry plays Pat Cooper

Who is Pat Cooper? She was the wife of John Cooper, known for being a seamstress who often felt overpowered by her husband. However, she played an unintentional role in convicting him when she accidentally sealed some blood evidence to a pair of his shorts she was tailoring. Sadly, she passed away before her husband’s trial.

Has Caroline Berry appeared in any other shows or films besides Coronation Street (in 2014), Doctors, and Welsh drama Requiem? She’ll be featured more prominently on screens in 2021, as she also has a role in Russell T Davies’ It’s a Sin.

Alexandria Riley plays DI Ella Richards

The character DI Ella Richards in the series is a combination drawn from several individuals on Steve Wilkins’ actual team, as portrayed by Riley.

What other shows has Alexandria Riley appeared on? Notably, she had recurring roles in the second season of The End of the F***ing World and the comedy series In My Skin on BBC Three.

Steffan Cennydd plays Jack Wilkins

What is Jack Wilkins known as? Jack is Steve Wilkins’ son and a passionate football player. Occasionally, he laments the demands of his father’s job, which leaves little time for them to spend together, yet he finds inspiration in his father’s work.

Has Steffan Cennydd been involved in any other productions besides the second season of Welsh BBC crime drama Hidden and the Welsh language drama Enid a Lucy?

Mabli Jên Eustace plays Amy Wilkins

Who is Amy Wilkins? Amy is Steve’s ex-wife and the mother of Jack.

Besides the Welsh dramas such as Hinterland, Living a Lie, and Enid a Lucy, Mabli Jên Eustace has also been featured in other productions.

Owen Teale as Gerard Elias

What is Gerald Elias known as? He’s the lawyer, specifically a barrister, who was assigned to prosecute John Cooper in an attempt to secure his conviction for the double homicides.

Have there been any other shows or roles that Owen Teale has appeared in besides Game of Thrones?

In addition to the main characters, Kyle Lima portrays Detective Constable Nigel Rowe, Steven Meo takes on the role of Detective Inspector Lynne Harries, Charles Dale plays Detective Sergeant Gareth Rees, Richard Corgan is Detective Sergeant Glyn Johnson, Rhodri Evan becomes DCS Coles, Roger Evans assumes DCI Jim Morris, and William Thomas depicts DCI George Jones.

Oliver Ryan plays Andrew Cooper

Who is Andrew Cooper? He’s the son of John who had a strained relationship with his father, as they had been estranged long before his conviction due to John bullying Andrew during much of his childhood. Despite this, John attempted to implicate Andrew in the murders, even though he was innocent – a tactic that seemed to dismay Wilkins.

Speaking about the captivating performance, I must say that the actor truly nailed the character of Andrew. He skillfully portrayed a man torn apart by tragedy, desperation, and vulnerability, leaving us with an image of a soul burdened only by pain – both physical and emotional.

Has Oliver Ryan appeared in any other productions? His television roles encompass The Accident and Hinterland, while he had a minor part in Ridley Scott’s 2017 film “All the Money in the World”. He is also set to feature in the upcoming space opera “Dune”.

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2024-12-04 19:35