David Jason stars as Detective Inspector Jack Frost in A Touch of Frost, with Bruce Alexander as Detective Sergeant George Mullet and John Lyons as Detective Constable Ernie Trigg.
Main cast
- DI Jack FrostDavid Jason1–18Main
- DS George MulletBruce Alexander1–18Main
- DC Ernie TriggJohn Lyons1–18Main
Supporting cast
- Superintendent Harry H. B. NormanJames McKenna1–13Supp
- DC Clive BarnardMatt Bardock6–18Supp
- DC Arthur BoneRoger Woakes6–11Supp
- DS Bill PorterTerry Mannering1–5Supp
- WPC Hazel ClarkKaren Henthorn5–18Supp
Guest & voice
- Various rolesPhyllida LawEpisode ‘No Other Love’Guest
- Various rolesJohn WoodvineEpisode ‘The Mistress’Guest
- Various rolesFrances de la TourEpisode ‘The Edge of the Light’Guest
- Various rolesLinda MarloweEpisode ‘Private Lives’Guest
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About this cast
A Touch of Frost is a British television crime drama series that originally aired on ITV from 1992 to 2010. The show follows Detective Inspector Jack Frost, a brilliant but unorthodox detective in the fictional town of Denton, Yorkshire, who solves complex murders while navigating his own gruff persona and office politics. The lead actors include David Jason, Bruce Alexander, and John Lyons.
FAQs
Who plays DI Jack Frost in A Touch of Frost?
David Jason plays the lead role of Detective Inspector Jack Frost.
What network originally broadcast A Touch of Frost?
The series originally aired on ITV in the United Kingdom.
How many series or episodes are there of A Touch of Frost?
There are 18 episodes (including specials) broadcast over 15 series from 1992 to 2010.
Is A Touch of Frost based on books?
Yes, the series is based on the novels by R. D. Wingfield.
Who plays DS George Mullet?
Bruce Alexander portrays Detective Sergeant George Mullet in the series.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026