Martin Shaw leads as Judge John Deed, with Jenny Seagrove as barrister Jo Mercer and Donald Sinden as Sir Joseph Channing, in the BBC legal drama ‘Judge John Deed’.
Main cast
- Sir John DeedMartin ShawMain
- Jo MercerJenny SeagroveMain
- Sir Joseph ChanningDonald SindenMain
Supporting cast
- Georgina ChanningLouisa CleinSupp
- Lizzie DeedNiamh CusackSupp
- Mills ChandosNigel HaversSupp
- Francesca DeedCathy TysonSupp
- DS Helen MorganChloe NewsomeSupp
- DCI Vince HardingJohn BowlerSupp
Guest & voice
- Sally MalloryKelly MarcelGuest
- David ChanningSimon WardGuest
- Sir Stephen RamsdenRoger AllamGuest
- Marcus JanewayKevin McNallyGuest
- Rachel de SantosLesley SharpGuest
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About this cast
Judge John Deed is a BBC courtroom drama following the life and career of High Court judge Sir John Deed, played by Martin Shaw. The series ran for six series from 2001 to 2007, combining legal cases with Deed’s personal struggles and moral crusades.
FAQs
Who plays Sir John Deed in Judge John Deed?
Sir John Deed is played by Martin Shaw.
How many series of Judge John Deed are there?
There are six series, broadcast between 2001 and 2007.
Which channel aired Judge John Deed?
The series was broadcast on BBC One in the UK.
Who plays Jo Mercer in Judge John Deed?
Barrister Jo Mercer is played by Jenny Seagrove.
Is Judge John Deed based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional drama series created by G.F. Newman, though it draws on real legal issues.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026