As a long-time fan of the captivating Strike series, I find myself utterly thrilled by the diverse and talented ensemble that brings the latest installment, “Strike: The Ink Black Heart,” to life. From familiar faces like Tupele Dorgu and Caitlin Innes Edwards, who have graced our screens in other beloved shows, to fresh newcomers such as Mirren Mack and Ewan Bailey, this season promises a rich tapestry of characters that will undoubtedly keep us on the edge of our seats.
In a new installment on our television, the popular BBC crime series Strike continues its storyline with “The Ink Black Heart,” a screen adaptation of the sixth novel in JK Rowling’s Cormoran Strike series, written under her pen name Robert Galbraith.
Once more, Strike and Robin find themselves immersed in a puzzling predicament as they delve into the intricate mystery surrounding the homicide of Edie Ledwell, a renowned figure who played a key role in shaping the beloved cartoon series, The Ink Black Heart.
Prior to her demise, Edie had been subjected to cyberbullying by a mysterious online entity referred to as ‘Anomie’. However, unmasking this individual remains a mystery. Will Strike and Robin be able to uncover the truth and bring the culprit to account?
In this newest chapter of the show, some well-known characters are back, along with stars Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger. Additionally, a fresh group of supporting actors has been added to the cast.
Find a rundown of the Strike cast below.
Strike: The Ink Black Heart cast
- Tom Burke as Cormoran Strike
- Holliday Grainger as Robin Ellacott
- Ruth Sheen as Pat Chauncey
- Jack Greenlees as Sam Barclay
- Natasha O’Keefe as Charlotte Ross
- Caitlin Innes Edwards as Ilsa Herbert
- Tupele Dorgu as Midge Greenstreet
- Mirren Mack as Edie Ledwell
- David Westhead as Grant Ledwell
- Christian McKay as Inigo Upcott
- Emma Fielding as Katya Upcott
- James Nelson-Joyce as Pez Pierce
- Mirren Mack as Edie Ledwell
- Stephen Hagan as DCI Richard Murphy
- James Nelson-Joyce as Pez Pierce
- Luke Norris as Phillip Ormond
- David Westhead as Grant Ledwell
- Jacob Abraham as Josh Blay
- Ben Caplan as Allan Yeoman
- Ewan Bailey as Nils De Jung
- Emma Fielding as Katya Upcott
- Kevin Bishop as Wally Cardew
- Kitty Reed as Yasmin Weatherhead
- Ellise Chappell as Kea Niven
- Christian McKay as Inigo Upcott
- Jack Donoghue as Gus Upcott
For more information about the major players and where you’ve seen the cast before, read on.
Strike: The Ink Black Heart returning characters
Tom Burke plays Cormoran Strike
What is Cormoran Strike known as nowadays? He used to be a military policeman in the Royal Army who lost part of his lower right leg during service in Afghanistan. Now, he manages a thriving private investigation firm and harbors deep feelings for his associate, Robin Ellacot.
Has Tom Burke appeared in any other productions aside from The Wonder, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, The Living, The Lazarus project, War & Peace, and The Musketeers?
Holliday Grainger plays Robin Ellacott
Who, exactly, is Robin Ellacott? She is a business partner of Strike’s. After going through a divorce, she recently purchased a flat in London on her own. Could it be that Strike and Robin will eventually acknowledge their mutual feelings for each other?
Besides these roles, Holliday Grainger can also be seen in The Capture, Animals, The Borgias, The Riot Club, and Where the Heart Is on various other productions.
Ruth Sheen plays Pat Chauncey
Who is Pat Chauncey? The agency’s no nonsense office manager.
Has Ruth Sheen acted in any other productions aside from Bramwell, Brassic, The Nevers, Prime Suspect 1973, and Unforgotten?
Jack Greenlees plays Sam Barclay
Who is Sam Barclay? An army vet who now works for Strike and Robin.
Under what other productions or roles has Jack Greenlees previously appeared? His acting credits are Joan, Payback, The Swarm, and The Trial of Christine Keeler.
Natasha O’Keeffe plays Charlotte Ross
Who is Charlotte from The Ink Black, and was she once involved with Strike? In the story, Charlotte seeks assistance from Strike, but at first, he declines her request.
I’m predominantly recognized for my role in Peaky Blinders, but you may have seen me elsewhere too. I’ve had roles in Misfits and The Wheel of Time as well.
Additional cast:
- Caitlin Innes Edwards (Hanna, Black Mirror) plays Ilsa Herbert – a lawyer and friend of Robin’s.
Strike: The Ink Black Heart new cast
Tupele Dorgu plays Midge Greenstreet
Who is Midge Greenstreet? The newest addition to Strike and Robin’s team.
What else has been in? You might know her from Coronation Street and Hollyoaks.
Strike: The Ink Black Heart guest stars
- Mirren Mack (Sex Education, The Nest, Mary & George) plays Edie Ledwell – the co-creator of The Ink Black Heart, a popular cartoon which is being turned into a film. She is being harassed online and is later found dead.
- Stephen Hagan (Hope Street, Lucky Man, The Larkins, You) plays DCI Richard Murphy – he’s got a soft spot for Robin.
- James Nelson-Joyce (Little Boy Blue, The Gold, Bird) plays Pez Pierce – he used to live with Edie and is a prime suspect in her murder.
- Luke Norris (Poldark) plays Phillip Ormond – Edie’s fiancé. He’s an ex-cop.
- David Westhead (W1A, Life Begins, Bodyguard) plays Grant Ledwell – Edie’s uncle. He’s now overseeing The Ink Black Heart film adaptation.
- Jacob Abraham plays Josh Blay – Edie’s ex-boyfriend. He created The Ink Black Heart with her.
- Ben Caplan (Call the Midwife) plays Allan Yeoman – he works at the creative agency where Edie was signed.
- Ewan Bailey (The Sister, Doctors) plays Nils De Jung – a landlord and artist
- Emma Fielding (Van der Valk, Sandition, Unforgotten) plays Katya Upcott – she went from helping Edie with PR to becoming her agent.
- Kevin Bishop (Grange Hill Super Fun Night, Porridge) plays Wally Cardew – he voiced one of the characters on The Ink Black Heart before being fired for his right-wing political views.
- Kitty Reed plays Yasmin Weatherhead – a PA who was fired by Edie.
- Ellise Chappell (Poldark, Young Wallander) plays Kea Niven – Josh’s ex-girlfriend. She claims Edie stole The Ink Black Heart from her.
- Christian McKay (Warrior, Borgia) plays Inigo Upcott – Katya’s husband and Josh’s rep.
- Jack Donoghue (Andor) plays Gus Upcott – Katya and Inigo’s son. He’s also Josh’s PA.
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