Code of Silence Cast: Meet the Stars of ITV’s New Drama
ITV’s new drama, Code of Silence, is set to captivate audiences with its gripping storyline and talented cast. According to Cosmopolitan, the show boasts an impressive ensemble, including Rose Ayling-Ellis, Charlotte Ritchie, and Andrew Buchan.
Rose Ayling-Ellis plays the role of Alison Brooks, a Deaf character who works in a police canteen and possesses exceptional lip-reading skills. Alison is recruited by DS Ashleigh Francis and DI James Marsh to work with them on a covert operation to take down a large criminal gang. As Cosmopolitan notes, "Alison is Deaf and works in a police canteen and has spent years observing secret conversations thanks to her talented lip reading skills." Ayling-Ellis, best known for her role as Frankie Lewis in EastEnders, has also appeared in several stage productions, including her Olivier Award-nominated performance in As You Like It.
Charlotte Ritchie stars as DS Ashleigh Francis, a detective in the Kent and Canterbury police force. Ashleigh is a complex character, dealing with a stressful job, a divorce following her husband’s affair, and raising two young children. Cosmopolitan reports that Ritchie has also appeared in a number of notable shows, including Netflix’s You, where she played Kate, as well as Fresh Meat, Siblings, Call The Midwife, Ghosts, and Grantchester.
Andrew Buchan plays DI James Marsh, the detective in charge of heading up the case against the Redman family gang. As stated in Cosmopolitan, "James Marsh is the detective in charge of heading up the case against the Redman family gang." Buchan has had a successful career, with notable roles in Broadchurch, Industry, The Crown, COBRA, and The Fixer. He has also recently appeared in Netflix’s Black Doves, where he starred as Wallace Webb, Keira Knightley’s character’s husband.
The cast also includes Kieron Moore, who plays Liam Barlow, Alison’s love interest and one of the main suspects in the gang case. Cosmopolitan notes that "Liam is Alison’s love interest in the series but also one of the main suspects in the gang case. Talk about a conflict of interest." Moore is best known for his role in the Peacock series Vampire Academy and for playing Sgt Clifford Starkey in Apple TV+’s Masters of The Air.
Rounding out the cast is Nathan Armarkwei Laryea, who plays DC Ben Lawford, another detective working closely with Ashleigh and James. According to Cosmopolitan, Laryea has also appeared in Netflix’s The Witcher and an episode of Doctor Who. With its talented cast and intriguing storyline, Code of Silence is sure to be a hit with audiences.
The show’s unique blend of police procedural and personal drama is set to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. As Cosmopolitan reports, the show explores themes of identity, community, and the complexities of human relationships. With its diverse cast and gripping storyline, Code of Silence is a must-watch for fans of drama and crime television.
The cast’s chemistry and performances are sure to bring the show’s complex characters to life, making Code of Silence a compelling and engaging watch. As reported by Cosmopolitan, the show’s attention to detail and commitment to authentic representation make it a standout in the world of television drama.
Sources:
Cosmopolitan – http://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/entertainment/g64789739/code-of-silence-cast/
