While there never seems to be a shortage of crime thriller TV shows, it can sometimes feel as though only a few series actually cut above the rest. Enter: Netflix’s Dept. Q. With refreshing storytelling, intriguing character arcs, and shocking twists, the new series is the latest thriller to add to your watch list.
Created by director Scott Frank, and based on the book series by Danish writer Jussi Adler-Olsen, the Scottish crime thriller sees a police detective tackle a cold case with an eccentric group of officers by his side. If, like us, you’ve already started bingeing the series and want to know more about who makes up the ensemble, keep reading below.
Matthew Goode as Carl Morck
Who is Carl Morck? He is a detective working in Edinburgh who has been assigned the role of setting up Department Q, a cold case unit. The move comes after he was involved in a shooting which killed a police officer, left him injured, and paralyzed his best friend and partner.
Who is Matthew Goode? He is an English actor who has previously starred in Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister, Chasing Liberty, The Good Wife, Downton Abbey, and The Imitation Game.
Kate Dickie as Moira Jacobson
Who is Moira Jacobson? Jacobson works as Carl's commanding officer.
Who is Kate Dickie? She is a Scottish actor who is best known for her role as Lysa Arryn in Game of Thrones.
Kelly Macdonald as Dr. Rachel Irving
Who is Dr. Rachel Irving? She is in charge of handling Carl’s post-shooting mandated therapy sessions.
Who is Kelly Macdonald? She is a seasoned Scottish actor who has previously starred in Trainspotting, Nanny McPhee, No Country for Old Men, and Brave.
Chloe Pirrie as Merritt Lingard
Who is Merritt Lingard? She is a a ruthless and ambitious prosecutor who (no spoilers) plays a key part in the story of Dept. Q.
Who is Chloe Pirrie? She is a Scottish actor who has previously starred in The Victim, Temple, and The Queen’s Gambit.
Jamie Sives as James Hardy
Who is James Hardy? He is Carl’s former partner, who was also devastatingly injured in the shooting but begins to find a new lease in life through consulting Carl on his cases.
Who is Jamie Sives? A Scottish actor who has been featured in the stage production of King James III, Frontier, and Annika.
Mark Bonnar as Lord Advocate Stephen Burns
Who is Stephen Burns? He is Merritt’s boss.
Who is Mark Bonnar? He is a Scottish actor who has previously starred in Guilt, Shetland, and Line Of Duty.
Alexej Manvelov as Akram Salim
Who is Akram Salim? He is an assistant police officer who was forced to flee Syria as a refugee. He is often overlooked and underestimated despite doing well in his job...until he joins Department Q.
Who is Alexej Manvelov? He is a Russian actor who has previously appeared in Chernobyl, Jack Ryan, and The Contractor.
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