Based on the popular Belgian series, the British cozy crime drama Professor T is back with comedian Ben Miller. In season 3, which starts on June 16 in the US on PBS, we’ll see Professor T on the wrong side of the prison bars. Ready to see what prison life has in store for him, and who will appear in the series? Here’s everything you need to know about the cast of Professor T.
Ben Miller knows a lot about successful crime dramas. He was the first detective in the BBC’s long-running show Death in Paradise. In Professor T, Miller plays Professor Jasper Tempest, a Cambridge Criminologist. Tempest has OCD and a very controlling mother, played by Frances de la Tour. He uses his special skills to help the police solve different criminal cases.
Ben Miller as Professor Tempest
Who is Professor T?
Jasper Tempest is a mysterious criminology teacher who has OCD and is obsessed with surgical gloves and hand-washing. He gets pulled into solving real crimes when his former student, DI Lisa Donckers, asks for his help and believes in him.
Advertisement Where have I seen Ben Miller before?
Ben Miller recently played Lord Featherington in the popular Netflix show Bridgerton and returned briefly as DI Richard Poole in Death in Paradise. He is also famous for his comedy in The Armstrong and Miller Show and his roles in I Want My Wife Back, Paddington 2, and Johnny English Strikes Again.
Emma Naomi as DS Lisa Donckers
Who is Lisa Donckers?
She is a witty and charming police detective who used to be Professor T‘s student. She contacted her old teacher and now works on cases with him.
Where have I seen Emma Naomi before?
Emma Naomi recently played Alice Mondrich in the Netflix series Bridgerton with co-star Ben Miller. She also starred in the BBC drama The Trial of Christine Keeler.
Barney White as DS Dan Winters
Who is Dan Winters?
Lisa’s supportive police partner is like the “ying to her yang.” He’s the kind of guy you’d want to bring home to meet your parents unless you have to work with him!
Where have I seen Barney White?
Barney White has starred in shows like Holby City, King Gary, and Miss Marx.
Frances de la Tour as Adelaide Tempest
Who is Adelaide?
Adelaide is the professor’s scene-stealing, overbearing mother. Jasper Tempest had a tough experience when he was younger, which is often hinted at when Adelaide is in the scene.
Where have I seen Frances de la Tour before?
Frances de la Tour is famous for her roles in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, The History Boys, and Rising Damp (as Miss Ruth Jones). She has also appeared in Into The Woods (as the Giant), Vicious, Outlander, and recently in the first Enola Holmes film (as the Dowager).
Juliet Aubrey as DCI Christina Brand
Who is DCI Christina Brand?
She is the head of the local CID and has confusing feelings for her old flame, who is none other than Professor T himself.
Where have I seen Juliet Aubrey before?
Juliet Aubrey, The BAFTA-winner, has been in shows like Middlemarch (as Dorothea) and Primeval (as Helen Cutter). She has also appeared in movies like The Constant Gardener and The White Queen (as the Countess of Warwick).
Juliet Stevenson as Dr Helena Goldberg
Who is Dr Helena Goldberg?
Helena is Professor T’s therapist and is as smart as he is.
Where have I seen Juliet Stevenson before?
Stevenson has been in shows like Riviera, The Man Who Fell to Earth, and The Village. She has also been in movies like Bend it Like Beckham, Nicholas Nickleby, and Emma from 1996.
Andy Gathergood as Paul Rabbit
Who is Paul Rabbit?
Rabbit used to be a great cop, but after a personal tragedy, he lost his path. He doesn’t like working with Professor T and doesn’t trust his ways.
Where have I seen Andy Gathergood before?
Gathergood has been in shows like the 2010 mini-series Five Daughters and two episodes of Hatfields & McCoys from 2012. He has also appeared in The Last Kingdom, Britannia, and The Salisbury Poisonings.
Douglas Reith, as The Dean
Who is The Dean?
He is a Cambridge Dean and a close friend of Adelaide.
Where have I seen Douglas Reith before?
Douglas Reith is well-known for playing Isobel Crawley’s love interest, Lord Merton, in Downton Abbey. He has also starred in The Queen, The Prince and the Pauper, and Outlander.
Sarah Woodward as Ingrid Snares
Who is Ingrid Snares?
Ingrid is Professor T’s sharp-tongued personal assistant. She loves gossip and may seem very conservative, but under her fancy clothes, she’s actually quite rebellious. She enjoys drinking absinthe and looking at body-building magazines.
Where have I seen Sarah Woodward before?
Sarah Woodward is famous for her roles in shows like Poirot, Queens of Mystery, The Pale Horse, Supernova, Quiz, Endeavour, and The Politician’s Husband.
Sunetra Sarker as DCI Maiya Goswami
Who is DCI Maiya Goswami?
Sunetra Sarker replaced Christina Brand. People say she manages things in a tough and straightforward way.
Where have I seen Sunetra Sarker before?
She is famous for her roles in Casualty and Ackley Bridge.
Who else stars in the series?
Fans can also look forward to guest appearances by Jeany Spark, Flora Montgomery, Jack Ashton, and Roger Barclay.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Ben Miller’s transition from detective to criminologist in Professor T showcases his versatility and talent in crime drama. Playing the role of Professor Jasper Tempest, Miller brings to life a character who faces personal challenges while using his exceptional skills to help solve complex cases. With its intriguing storyline and engaging characters, the cast of Professor T promises to make the series more exciting for viewers of all ages.
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