Two Weeks in August cast: Jessica Raine and Damien Molony star

Get ready for an unforgettable trip! ‘Two Weeks in August’ promises exactly that, though it might not be the experience you’re hoping for.

This eight-episode series, written by Catherine Shepherd, centers around a group of college friends who get back together for a two-week vacation in Greece. Their trip takes a dark turn when a secret kiss causes trouble.

Jessica Raine stars as Zoe, a woman who begins to explore her hidden desires during a vacation, which impacts everyone around her. Her husband, Dan, is played by Damien Molony, and the main group also includes performances by Antonia Thomas, Nicholas Pinnock, Leila Farzad, and Hugh Skinner.

But who else stars in the series and who do they all play?

Read on for everything you need to know about the cast of Two Weeks in August.

Two Weeks in August cast guide: Full list of actors

Meet the stars of Two Weeks in August! Below, you’ll find details about the actors and the characters they play, including where you might recognize them from.

Jessica Raine as Zoe
Damien Molony as Dan
Antonia Thomas as Jess
Nicholas Pinnock as Solomon
Leila Farzad as Nat
Hugh Skinner as Jacob
Dolly Wells as Flick
Tom Goodman-Hill as James
Dylan Brady as Will
Maria Almeida as Avery
Khalil Gharbia as Jon
Florence Banks as Lea

Jessica Raine plays Zoe

Zoe is the friendly and organized person who keeps her group of friends together. She’s married to Dan and they have two children. Recently, Raine described her as being very close to falling apart.

Many viewers are wondering where they recognize Jessica Raine from. She’s appeared in a number of popular TV shows, including Doctor Who, Line of Duty, Call the Midwife, Wolf Hall, Fortitude, Partners in Crime, Inside No 9, Patrick Melrose, Baptiste, Becoming Elizabeth, and The Devil’s Hour. She also starred in the TV movie An Adventure in Space and Time.

Damien Molony plays Dan

Dan is Zoe’s husband and the father of their two children. He’s recently been going through a tough period.

You might recognize Damien Molony from TV shows like Being Human, Ripper Street, Crashing, and Unforgotten. He’s also appeared in shows such as The Split, Brassic, Suspects, GameFace, Say Nothing, and Bergerac, plus the film The Current War.

Antonia Thomas plays Jess

Jess is Solomon’s younger wife and a recent addition to their circle. She’s the mother of one of Solomon’s children and a stepmother to the other. Thomas has noted that she seems very focused on herself.

I always recognize Antonia Thomas! I think a lot of people will know her from shows like Misfits and Lovesick, but she’s been in quite a bit, actually. She even popped up in Teletubbies way back when! More recently, I enjoyed her work in Small Axe and Suspect, and she’s a regular on Still Up and The Good Doctor. Oh, and she was also in the lovely film Sunshine on Leith – a really versatile actress, that one.

Nicholas Pinnock plays Solomon

Who is Solomon? Solomon is Jess’s husband, who is struggling in his career as an actor.

You might recognize Nicholas Pinnock from a variety of TV shows and films. He’s appeared in series like Grange Hill, Top Boy, Fortitude, Marcella, Counterpart, Criminal: UK, For Life, Django, This Town, and Long Bright River. He’s also been in films including Captain America: The First Avenger, The Book of Clarence, The Assessment, and Hedda.

Leila Farzad plays Nat

Nat is one of the group’s two single members, and she’s dedicated to her job. She has a close relationship with Jacob.

You might recognize Leila Farzad from a variety of TV shows and movies. She’s appeared in series like Peppa Pig, Avenue 5, I Hate Suzie, Better, Black Mirror, The Decameron, Kaos, and How to Get to Heaven from Belfast. Her film credits include The Marvels, Bank of Dave 2: The Loan Ranger, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, and Jay Kelly.

Hugh Skinner plays Jacob

Jacob is one of the people in the group and is good friends with Nat. He’s starting a new relationship with Will, who surprisingly shows up for the holidays, which creates some complications for Jacob.

You might recognize Hugh Skinner from a variety of popular shows and films! He’s appeared in series like Tess of the D’Urbervilles, Our Zoo, Poldark, Fleabag, The Windsors, The Witcher, W1A, and Twenty Twenty Six, as well as TV specials Zog and Zog and the Flying Doctors. He’s also been in films including Les Misérables, Hampstead, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again!, and Wicked Little Letters.

Dolly Wells plays Flick

Who is Flick? Flick is an expat the group meet on their holiday. She is married to James.

You might recognize Dolly Wells from a lot of different shows and movies! She’s appeared in series like Peep Show, The IT Crowd, Spy, and And Just Like That…, as well as films including Bridget Jones’s Diary, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, and Can You Ever Forgive Me? She’s also been in shows like Doll & Em, The Outlaws, and Here We Go, and films such as 45 Years and Babygirl.

Tom Goodman-Hill plays James

Who is James? James is an expat the group meet on their holiday. He is married to Flick.

Ever wondered where you’ve seen actor Tom Goodman-Hill before? He’s appeared in many popular TV shows like The Office, Doctor Who, Black Mirror, and Baby Reindeer, as well as films including The Imitation Game. He’s also been in shows like Hustle, Ideal, Call the Midwife, Spy, Mr Selfridge, Humans, Silent Witness, Inside No 9, and Down Cemetery Road, and the film Fackham Hall.

Dylan Brady plays Will

Will is a new boyfriend who unexpectedly joins the group for the holidays. Because he’s significantly younger than everyone else, his presence creates some tension.

You might recognize Dylan Brady from shows like Get Even, The A List, Coronation Street, Ralph & Katie, The Diplomat, Mary & George, Tell Me Everything, and even the Star Wars series Andor.

Maria Almeida plays Avery

Who is Avery? Avery is Solomon’s daughter from a previous relationship.

I was just racking my brain – where do I know Maria Almeida from? Ah, now I remember! I’ve seen her in a bunch of great shows like Fifteen-Love, Tell Me Everything, and the intense Gangs of London. Oh, and she was also in The Buccaneers, plus the film The Strays. She’s been building up a really solid career!

Khalil Gharbia plays Jon

Who is Jon? Jon is a young man the group meet while on holiday.

You might recognize Khalil Gharbia from his appearances in shows like Mary & George and Towards Zero.

Florence Banks plays Lea

Who is Lea? Lea is Solomon and Jess’s nanny.

Where have I seen Florence Banks? Banks previously had a role in the series The New Look.

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Two Weeks in August will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from 9pm on Saturday 23 May 2026.

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James HibbsDrama Writer

James Hibbs writes about TV dramas for TopMob, covering shows on streaming services and traditional channels. Before becoming a writer, he worked in public relations, first at a business-to-business agency and then at the international production company Fremantle. He has a bachelor’s degree in English and Theatre Studies, as well as a journalism diploma.

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2026-05-23 10:52