Netflix's latest true crime drama, The Witness, features an impressive ensemble cast of well-known British actors. The three-part series recounts the 1992 murder of Rachel Nickell on Wimbledon Common, a case that haunted the nation for years.
Plot Overview
In 1992, young mother Rachel Nickell was brutally stabbed to death in front of her two-year-old son Alex. The drama explores the lasting impact on Alex and his father Andre, as well as the decade-long investigation that followed.
Main Cast
Andre Hanscombe – Jordan Bolger
Andre, Rachel's partner and Alex's father, dedicates himself to protecting his son from media attention. Jordan Bolger is known for Peaky Blinders (Isiah) and ITV's Believe Me.
Alex Hanscombe – Max Fincham
As the sole witness, Alex struggles to move on. Max Fincham has appeared in Dark Money, The Alienist, and The Tower.
June – Kerry Godliman
June is Andre's mother and Alex's grandmother, worried about her family. Kerry Godliman is a veteran actress from After Life, Trigger Point, and Whitstable Pearl.
DI Keith Pedder – Neil Maskell
DI Pedder leads the initial investigation. Neil Maskell played Winston Churchill in Peaky Blinders and appeared in The Hijack and Small Axe.
DS Ivan Agnew – Mark Stanley
When the case reopens in 2002, DS Agnew takes over. Mark Stanley is known for Happy Valley (Rob Hepworth), Game of Thrones (Green), and ITV's Secret Service.
DC Nick Sparshatt – Jon Pointing
Another officer involved in the inquiry. Jon Pointing has starred in Big Boys, Plebs, and Sweetpea.
Dr Jean Harris-Hendriks – Claire Rushbrook
A psychiatrist supporting young Alex. Claire Rushbrook is famous for Secrets and Lies and My Mad Fat Diary, and recently played Monica Baddingham in Rivals.
Additional Cast
- Rachel Nickell – Eleanor Williams
- DCI Tony Nash – James Bradshaw
- DCI Mick Wickerson – Kevin Eldon
The Witness is available to stream now on Netflix.
