You can now stream all four episodes of the new TV series Lynley, based on Elizabeth George’s books, on BBC iPlayer. Leo Suter stars as the lead character.
I have to admit, I really enjoyed Nathaniel Parker as Inspector Lynley in the old BBC series, especially with Sharon Small as Barbara Havers. It’s a bit different now though – Sofia Barclay is taking on the role of Barbara in this new adaptation, and it’s interesting to see her take on the character.
But who else stars in the new set of mysteries and who do they all play?
Read on for everything you need to know about the cast of Lynley.
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Lynley cast: Who stars in the BBC drama?
Meet the stars of Lynley! Below, you’ll find details about the main characters and the actors who play them, including where you might recognize them from.
- Leo Suter as DI Tommy Lynley
- Sofia Barclay as DS Barbara Havers
- Daniel Mays as DCI Brian Nies
- Niamh Walsh as Helen Clyde
- Michael Workéyè as DC Tony Bekele
- Joshua Sher as Simon St James
Leo Suter plays DI Tommy Lynley
Detective Inspector Tommy Lynley is a highly skilled police detective. However, his privileged background has always made him something of an outsider within the police force.
You might recognize Leo Suter from shows like Bad Education, Victoria, Beecham House, Clique, Sanditon, Vikings: Valhalla, and The Girlfriend. He’s also appeared in the films Maleficent and Christmas Karma.
Sofia Barclay plays DS Barbara Havers
Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers is a police officer known for her independent spirit and working-class roots. She’s partnered with Lynley, though not always by choice.
You might recognize Sofia Barclay from shows like Defending the Guilty, We Are Lady Parts, Ted Lasso, and Prime Target. She also appeared in the movie Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.
Daniel Mays plays DCI Brian Nies
Who is DCI Brian Nies? Brian is a DCI who has a difficult past with Lynley.
You might recognize Daniel Mays from a variety of popular films and TV shows. He’s appeared in movies like Vera Drake, Atonement, Dad’s Army, Rogue One, Fisherman’s Friends, 1917, Your Christmas or Mine, Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget, and The Thursday Murder Club. On television, he’s been in series such as Doctor Who, Hustle, Inside No. 9, Code 404, Magpie Murders, Temple, Des, White Lines, Good Omens, Ashes to Ashes, Line of Duty, Franklin, A Thousand Blows, Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes and Bookish.
Niamh Walsh plays Helen Clyde
Who is Helen Clyde? Helen is Lynley’s love interest in the series.
You might recognize Niamh Walsh from her appearances in several TV shows. She’s acted in series like Holby City, Jamestown, The English Game, The Sandman, Smother, Good Omens, Wreck, Dead and Buried, and The Revenge Club.
Michael Workéyè plays DC Tony Bekele
Who is DC Tony Bekele? Tony is a DC and a member of Lynley and Havers’s team.
You might recognize Michael Workéyè from his appearances in shows like This Is Going to Hurt, My Lady Jane, Black Mirror, The Stolen Girl, Bookish, and The Girlfriend.
Joshua Sher plays Simon St James
Who is Simon St James? Simon is a forensic scientist.
You might recognize Joshua Sher from his appearances in TV shows like Casualty, Game of Thrones, The Undeclared War, Vera, and Mandy.
Lynley begins on BBC One on Monday, January 5th at 8:30 PM. You can also watch the entire series right now on BBC iPlayer.
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Authors
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, and a Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
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