James Nesbitt (Adam Williams), Helen Baxendale (Rachel Bradley), John Thomson (Pete Gifford) lead the ensemble cast of Cold Feet.
Main cast
- Adam WilliamsJames Nesbitt1–9Main
- Rachel BradleyHelen Baxendale1–5, 7–9Main
- Pete GiffordJohn Thomson1–9Main
- Jenny GiffordFay Ripley1–9Main
- David MarsdenRobert Bathurst1–9Main
- Karen MarsdenHermione Norris1–9Main
Supporting cast
- Joanne GiffordKimberly Joseph1–2Supp
- Ramona RamirezJacey Sallés1–2Supp
- Mark CubittRichard Armitage3–4Supp
- TinaLena Headey3Supp
- Olivia MarsdenEva Pope5Supp
- RobynLucy Liemann7–9Supp
Guest & voice
- Dr. MikeSean Pertwee1Guest
- MeganPhyllis Logan2Guest
- HimselfJohn Thomson1Voice
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About this cast
Cold Feet is a British comedy-drama television series that originally aired on ITV from 1997 to 2003, with a revival from 2016 to 2020. The show follows the lives and relationships of three couples in Manchester, blending humour and emotional depth.
FAQs
Who plays Adam Williams in Cold Feet?
James Nesbitt plays Adam Williams, one of the lead characters, throughout the entire series.
Who plays Rachel Bradley in Cold Feet?
Helen Baxendale plays Rachel Bradley, Adam’s love interest, in seasons 1–5 and returning in seasons 7–9.
Who plays Pete Gifford in Cold Feet?
John Thomson plays Pete Gifford, a main character and friend of Adam, across all nine seasons.
How many seasons of Cold Feet are there?
There are 9 seasons in total: the original run from 1997 to 2003 (seasons 1–5) and the revival from 2016 to 2020 (seasons 6–9).
Is Cold Feet based on a true story?
No, Cold Feet is a fictional comedy-drama created by Mike Bullen, though it explores relatable relationship themes.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026