The Witness is a three-part true crime series on Netflix following the 1992 murder of Rachel Nickell.
Netflix’s latest true crime drama, The Witness, has landed on the streamer with an impressive lineup of well-known faces.
In 1992, mother-of-one Rachel Nickell was brutally stabbed to death on Wimbledon Common, with only her two-year-old son Alex present to witness the devastating attack.
This three-part true crime drama explores the lasting impact of Rachel’s death on both her son and partner, as well as chronicling the decade-long investigation into her killing.
Netflix’s The Witness cast in full
Andre Hanscombe – Jordan Bolger
Andre was Rachel’s partner at the time of her death and father to their young son.
As the years pass, he goes to great lengths to shield Alex from further trauma, particularly from the relentless media attention.
Actor Jordan Bolger is perhaps best known for his role as Isiah in the iconic BBC drama Peaky Blinders. More recently, he appeared as Sarah’s (Aimee-Ffion Edwards) former partner in ITV’s true crime drama Believe Me.
Alex Hanscombe – Max Fincham
As the sole witness to his mother’s murder, Alex Hanscombe carries a profound burden as he struggles to leave the past behind.
The teenage version of Alex is portrayed by Max Fincham, who has previously appeared in Dark Money, The Alienist, The Tower and Ricky Zoom.
June – Kerry Godliman
Veteran actress Kerry Godliman is no stranger to acclaimed television, having appeared in Extras, Trigger Point, After Life, Derek, Whitstable Pearl and Our Girl.
She takes on the role of June, Andre’s mother and Alex’s grandmother, who grows increasingly worried about the welfare of her family.
DI Keith Pedder – Neil Maskell
DI Keith Pedder leads the original investigation into the murder of Rachel Nickell.
Neil Maskell is a well-known face on British television, having appeared in King Gary, Small Axe, Peaky Blinders as Winston Churchill, The Bay as Steve Dawson and The Hijack as Stuart Atterton alongside Idris Elba.
DS Ivan Agnew – Mark Stanley
When the case is reopened in 2002, DS Ivan Agnew steps in to head up the fresh investigation.
He is brought to life by actor Mark Stanley, best known for his roles as Thom Youngblood in Trigger Point, Rob Hepworth in Happy Valley and Green in Game of Thrones.
His most recent appearance was in the ITV espionage thriller Secret Service, where he played politician Ryan Walker.
DC Nick Sparshatt – Jon Pointing
Actor Jon Pointing is rapidly making a name for himself on British television, having appeared in Channel 4’s Big Boys, ITV2 sitcom Plebs, Sky drama Sweetpea and Netflix’s Run Away.
He takes on the role of one of the police officers at the heart of the Rachel Nickell murder inquiry.
Dr Jean Harris-Hendriks – Claire Rushbrook
Dr Jean Harris-Hendriks is on hand to speak with Alex shortly after his mum is killed, trying to help the youngster deal with his emotions.
She is portrayed by Claire Rushbrook, who is recognised for her roles as Roxanne in the film Secrets and Lies and Linda Earl-Bouchtat in My Mad Fat Diary.
Her most prominent role in recent times, however, has been as Monica Baddingham, wife of Tony Baddingham (David Tennant) in Rivals on Disney Plus.
Other cast members include:
Rachel Nickell – Eleanor Williams
DCI Tony Nash – James Bradshaw
DCI Mick Wickerson – Kevin Eldon
The Witness is available to watch on Netflix.
