Cutting It (BBC, 2002–2005) follows the Cutler brothers’ Manchester hair salon. Stars Sarah Parish as Allie Henshall, Jason Merrells as Gavin Cutler, and Amanda Holden as Mia Bevan.
Main cast
- Allie HenshallSarah Parish1–4Main
- Gavin CutlerJason Merrells1–4Main
- Mia BevanAmanda Holden1–4Main
- Darren JoulesBen Daniels1–4Main
Supporting cast
- Sally WildingSian Reeves1–4Supp
- Finn BevanJames Barbour1–4Supp
- Ruby RyderLorraine Cheshire1–4Supp
- Dylan BevanDean Lennox Kelly1–2Supp
- MeganRebecca Front1–2Supp
Guest & voice
- Clara CutlerPhyllis Logan1Guest
- DS JacksonMark Womack4Guest
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About this cast
Cutting It is a BBC One drama set in a competitive Manchester hair salon. The series primarily follows the turbulent personal and professional lives of the Cutler brothers and their staff, with the love triangle between Allie, Gavin, and Mia at its heart.
FAQs
Who plays Allie Henshall in Cutting It?
Sarah Parish portrays hairdresser Allie Henshall, the central character, across all four series.
How many seasons of Cutting It are there?
Cutting It ran for four series on BBC One between 2002 and 2005.
Is Cutting It available to stream in the UK?
As of 2025, Cutting It is available to stream on BBC iPlayer, and has also been released on DVD.
Who plays Gavin Cutler in Cutting It?
Actor Jason Merrells plays Gavin Cutler, brother of Finn and a key love interest for Allie.
What is the setting of Cutting It?
The show is set in a fictional Manchester hair salon, Cutlers & Co., and explores the drama within the team.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026