Department Q: Meet the Cast of Netflix’s Latest Thriller Series
Netflix’s latest thriller series, Department Q, is set to captivate audiences with its gripping storyline and talented cast. According to Elle, the series boasts an impressive ensemble, including Matthew Goode, Kate Dickie, and Kelly Macdonald, among others.
At the helm of the series is Matthew Goode, who plays the role of Carl Morck, a detective working in Edinburgh who has been assigned to set up Department Q, a cold case unit. As Elle reports, Morck’s character has been involved in a shooting that killed a police officer, left him injured, and paralysed his best friend and partner. Goode, an English actor, has previously starred in notable films such as Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister, Chasing Liberty, The Good Wife, and The Imitation Game.
Joining Goode in the series is Kate Dickie, who plays the role of Moira Jacobson, Carl’s commanding officer. Dickie, a Scottish actor, is best known for her role as Lysa Arryn in Game of Thrones. Elle notes that Jacobson works closely with Carl, supporting him in his new role.
Kelly Macdonald also stars in the series as Dr. Rachel Irving, a police officer in charge of handling Carl’s post-shooting mandated therapy sessions. As Elle reports, Macdonald is a seasoned Scottish actor who has previously starred in notable films such as Trainspotting, Nanny McPhee, No Country For Old Men, and Brave.
The series also features Chloe Pirrie as Merritt Lingard, a ruthless and ambitious prosecutor who plays a key part in the story of Department Q. Pirrie, a Scottish actor, has previously starred in The Victim, Temple, and The Queen’s Gambit. Elle notes that Lingard’s character is a significant player in the series.
Jamie Sives stars as James Hardy, Carl’s former partner who was devastatingly injured in the shooting that left him and Carl with life-altering consequences. As Elle reports, Hardy begins to find a new lease in life through consulting Carl on his cases. Sives, a Scottish actor, has featured in the stage production of King James III, Frontier, and Annika.
Mark Bonnar rounds out the cast as Lord Advocate Stephen Burns, Merritt’s boss. Elle notes that Burns is a significant character in the series. Bonnar, a Scottish actor, has previously starred in Guilt, Shetland, and Line of Duty.
Finally, Alexej Manvelov plays the role of Akram Salim, an assistant police officer who was forced to flee Syria as a refugee. As Elle reports, Salim is often overlooked and underestimated despite doing well in his job, until he joins Department Q. Manvelov, a Russian actor, has previously appeared in Chernobyl, Jack Ryan, and The Contractor.
The talented cast of Department Q brings to life the thrilling story of a cold case unit in Edinburgh. With its gripping storyline and impressive ensemble, Netflix’s latest series is set to captivate audiences worldwide. Source: Elle.
