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11.01.2024 / 15:23

BBC Casualty original cast now from Derek Thompson to Cathy Shipton

Iconic British medical drama Casualty has been a favourite for UK viewers since it first aired. Derek Thompson, who played Charlie from the start, is set to leave in scenes that will air later this year.The show's original cast made a big impact, but where are they now? Let's take a look at what some of the stars are up to now... Derek Thompson Derek Thompson, who plays Charlie Fairhead in Casualty, is the longest-serving cast member of the show.

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Where are the original cast of Casualty now – including Duffy, Megan and Sam

Ever wondered what happened to the original cast of Casualty? The British medical drama series has been a firm favourite with UK viewers since it first aired. With its gripping storylines, complex characters and standout performances, Casualty has become one of the longest-running and most loved medical dramas in British TV history.The first season of Casualty introduced us to a brilliant cast, each bringing their own unique touch to their characters and making a name for themselves in the industry.

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Breathtaking episode 1 cast: Who stars in new ITV drama?

ITV's upcoming medical drama, Breathtaking, gives us a glimpse into the real-life struggles faced by NHS medics all across the country during the Covid-19 pandemic that gripped the globe at the start of the decade. The series focuses on Dr Abbey Henderson, an acute medicine consultant, and her team as they grapple with the initial outbreak of the deadly virus and a shortage of supplies.The show portrays the tough choices that healthcare professionals had to make during this time.The drama highlights the lack of proper PPE, infection rates, and how hospitals managed before and during the lockdown imposed by then Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

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Breathtaking star Joanne Froggart on heartbreaking new Covid drama - 'I cried reading the script'

We go back to the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic in ITV1’s latest drama. Downton Abbey actress Joanne Froggatt stars as Dr Abbey Henderson, a front-line hospital consultant who fights to save her patients as the mystery virus becomes an ever-growing threat. Breathtaking is based on a book by journalist-turned-medic Rachel Clarke and has been adapted for the screen by doctor-turned-screenwriter Jed Mercurio.

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Mr Bates vs The Post Office: All of the real-life people behind the ITV drama

Throughout the first week of January, ITV viewers at home have been gripped by fresh new drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, which followed the real life journey of several sub-postmasters who were wrongfully accused (and in some cases even charged) with stealing from the Post Office, thanks to a Horizon computer error.The show, which spanned across four nights in total, saw a star studded cast including Toby Jones, Will Mellor and Julie Hesmondhalgh bring the story to life, including their ongoing fight for justice and compensation for the hundreds of people that were still affected by the error. In emotional scenes, fans saw the toll of the scandal with their own eyes, with several of the accused having lost their jobs, their homes and in some cases even having taken their own lives after struggling to cope with the mental toll of being wrongfully blamed for the error.

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Mr Bates vs The Post Office star Amy Nuttall's tough year from sad marriage split to tragic death

As the nation continues to be gripped by ITV’s latest drama Mr.Bates vs The Post Office, more and more people have been discovering the truth about the Horizon post office scandal which saw hundreds of sub-postmasters and mistresses falsely accused and charged with stealing money due to a computer error throughout the 00s. Bringing the stories to life is a star studded cast, including former Emmerdale and Downton Abbey actress Amy Nuttall who has been capturing the hearts of viewers as Lisa, the wife of Lee Castleston - one of the post-masters who faced criminal charges and huge financial losses as a result of the Horizon scandal.

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The Best British Dramas and How to Watch Them

Looking for an escape from everyday life in the era of self-isolation? British television is the perfect place to jet off to — virtually, of course — while we all stay home and seek out new things to entertain us.

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Jurgen Klopp's wife donates £1000 in food vouchers to Waitrose staff as 'thank you'

Jurgen Klopp ’s wife reportedly donated £1000 worth of food vouchers to Waitrose staff to say thank you for working during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Downton Abbey and Star Wars costume makers sewing scrubs for coronavirus medics

Costume designers for shows including Downton Abbey, Game of Thrones and Star Wars are putting their skills to use making scrubs for medics battling the coronavirus pandemic.

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'Downton Abbey' Producer Says Sequel to Be Written This Year, Urges Fans to Be Patient (Exclusive)

producer Gareth Neame says that he, creator Julian Fellowes and Focus Features are “committed” to making a second film happen, making good on a promise to fans ahead of the release of the 2019 hit film adaptation of the beloved British upstairs-downstairs drama.

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