Malpractice cast: List of characters in ITV's Niamh Algar drama
Helen Behan and James Purefoy are also among the cast of ITV's new thriller.
The intense medical drama Malpractice has had fans hooked since it premiered on ITV1.
It tells the story of a doctor who has been dragged into a dangerous conspiracy after a patient dies.
The drama plunges viewers into the heart of an NHS A&E department as the pressure of the inquiry begins to chip away at Dr Lucinda Edwards (Suspect and The Wonder star Niamh Algar), threatening her relationship with her husband Tom as well as the career she’s worked so hard to forge.
Algar is joined by the likes of James Purefoy, Jordan Kouamé, and Helen Behan in Malpractice.
While some may wonder whether we will see a second season of the drama, read on for everything you need to know about the cast and characters of Malpractice.
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Malpractice cast: List of characters in ITV's Niamh Algar drama
Here are the main cast members and characters in Malpractice.
- Niamh Algar as Dr Lucinda Edwards
- Jordan Kouamé as Dr George Adjei
- Helen Behan as Dr Norma Callahan
- James Purefoy as Dr Leo Harris
- Priyanka Patel as Dr Ramya Morgan
- Scott Chambers as Dr Oscar Beattie
- Hannah Walters as Matron Beth Relph
- Lorne MacFadyen as Tom Edwards
- Brian Bovell as Sir Anthony Owusu
- Tristan Sturrock as Dr Mike Willett
- Georgina Rich as Dr Eva Tait
Read more about the major players in the ITV drama below.
Niamh Algar plays Dr Lucinda Edwards
Who is Dr Lucinda Edwards? Lucinda is an intelligent, hard-working doctor, who prides herself on her ability to handle crises and go above and beyond to ensure her patients get the best care. When a patient’s death threatens to unravel her career, she must try to figure out exactly what she got herself involved in before she loses it all.
Where have I seen Niamh Algar? Algar is known for her roles in series such as Raised by Wolves, Suspect, Deceit and The Virtues, as well as films such as Calm with Horses, Censor and The Wonder.
Jordan Kouamé plays Dr George Adjei
Who is Dr George Adjei? George is an investigator with the West Yorkshire branch of the Medical Investigation Unit who was friends with Lucinda when they were both junior doctors but now finds himself investigating her following the death of a patient.
Where have I seen Jordan Kouamé? Malpractice is Kouamé's first on-screen credit other than a 2022 short film.
Helen Behan plays Dr Norma Callahan
Who is Dr Norma Callahan? Norma is the senior investigator for the West Yorkshire Medical Investigation Unit who is leading the investigation into Lucinda.
Where have I seen Helen Behan? Behan is known for her roles in series such as This Is England '88 and '90, The Virtues, Soulmates and Holding.
James Purefoy plays Dr Leo Harris
Who is Dr Leo Harris? Leo is a senior A&E consultant and a mentor figure to Lucinda, who has been training her up to take his place running the Royal Hospital’s A&E department when he eventually leaves.
Where have I seen James Purefoy? Purefoy is known for his roles in films such as A Knight's Tale, Vanity Fair, John Carter, High Rise and Fisherman's Friends, and in the series A Discovery of Witches, Sex Education, Altered Carbon, The Following, Episodes and HBO's Rome.
Priyanka Patel plays Dr Ramya Morgan
Who is Dr Ramya Morgan? Ramya is a junior doctor on her placement in A&E, in the second year of her foundation training programme. She comes from a wealthy, successful medical family, meaning some of her peers resent her for her privilege and confidence (or arrogance). Ramya is left reeling from the patient's death and has to decide on the right thing to do.
Where have I seen Priyanka Patel? Patel has previously appeared in the series Sadie J and the film Another Me.
Scott Chambers plays Dr Oscar Beattie
Who is Dr Oscar Beattie? Oscar is a junior doctor working in the West Yorkshire Royal Hospital's A&E who idolises Lucinda.
Where have I seen Scott Chambers? Chambers has previously appeared in films such as Malevolent and Patrick, as well as series including Porters, Innocent and Murder in Provence.
Lorne MacFadyen plays Tom Edwards
Who is Tom Edwards? Tom is Lucinda's husband - will he stand by her?
Where have I seen Lorne MacFadyen? MacFadyen has previously appeared in series including Grantchester, Shetland, Vigil, Pistol and Six Four, and in films such as Operation Mincemeat and Outlaw/King.
Hannah Walters plays Matron Beth Relph
Who is Matron Beth Relph? Beth is the Matron overseeing and leading the team of nurses in the West Yorkshire Royal Hospital’s A&E department. She has worked with Lucinda for a long time meaning they have a close and trusting relationship.
Where have I seen Hannah Walters? Walters is known for appearing in This Is England as well as its subsequent TV series, films such as Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge, Funny Cow and Boiling Point, and series including Time, No Offence and Whitechapel. Walters is also married to actor Stephen Graham.
Malpractice continues on ITV1 on Sunday 30th April at 9pm with all episodes available on ITVX. If you're looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide and Streaming Guide. Visit our Drama hub for all the latest news.
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James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
