The 2017 CBBC series The Worst Witch stars Bella Ramsey as Mildred Hubble, Meibh Campbell as Maud Spellbody, and Raquel Cassidy as Miss Hardbroom, following a clumsy young witch at Cackle’s Academy.
Main cast
- Mildred HubbleBella Ramsey1–4Main
- Maud SpellbodyMeibh Campbell1–4Main
- Enid NightshadeJenny Richardson1–4Main
- Miss HardbroomRaquel Cassidy1–4Main
- Miss CackleClare Higgins1–4Main
- Drusilla PaddockShauna Shim1–4Main
Supporting cast
- Fenella FeverfewDagny Rollins1–4Supp
- Ethel HallowTrixie Hyde1–4Supp
- Miss PentangleKacey Ainsworth2–4Supp
- Julie BlossomTallulah Greive1–4Supp
Guest & voice
- Agatha Cackle / Miss Cackle’s twinClare Higgins1, 3Guest
- Grand WizardSimon Paisley Day1–2Guest
- Mr. Rowan-WebbPhilip Martin Brown1Guest
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About this cast
The Worst Witch (2017–2020) is a British fantasy comedy-drama series on CBBC, based on Jill Murphy’s books. It follows Mildred Hubble, a kind but accident-prone witch, as she navigates life at Cackle’s Academy alongside her best friends Maud and Enid, under the watchful eye of the strict Miss Hardbroom and the kindly Miss Cackle.
FAQs
Who plays Mildred Hubble in The Worst Witch?
Bella Ramsey portrays Mildred Hubble in the 2017 CBBC series.
Who plays Miss Hardbroom in The Worst Witch?
Raquel Cassidy plays the strict potions teacher Miss Hardbroom.
How many seasons of The Worst Witch are there?
The 2017 series has four seasons, airing from 2017 to 2020.
Is The Worst Witch based on a book?
Yes, it is based on the children’s book series by Jill Murphy, first published in 1974.
Where can I watch The Worst Witch?
In the UK, it originally aired on CBBC and is available on BBC iPlayer. It also streams on Netflix in some regions.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026