Mackenzie Crook plays Andy Stone, Toby Jones plays Lance Stater, and Rachael Stirling plays Becky in the BBC Four comedy-drama Detectorists.
Main cast
- Andy StoneMackenzie Crook1–3Main
- Lance StaterToby Jones1–3Main
- BeckyRachael Stirling1–3Main
- SophieAimee-Ffion Edwards1–3Main
- TerryGerard Horan1–3Main
- LouiseLaura Checkley1–3Main
Supporting cast
- HughJohnny Flynn1–2Supp
- PeterSimon Farnaby1–3Supp
- SheilaSophie Thompson2–3Supp
- LarryDivian Ladwa2–3Supp
Guest & voice
- SimonMichael Smiley1Guest
- AnneDiana Rigg2Guest
- GerryDavid Sterne1Guest
- MaggiePearce Quigley1Guest
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About this cast
Detectorists is a British comedy-drama series written and directed by Mackenzie Crook, set in the fictional town of Danebury. It follows the lives of two metal-detecting enthusiasts, Andy and Lance, and their friends and family, exploring themes of friendship, obsession, and the quiet beauty of the English countryside.
FAQs
Who plays Andy Stone in Detectorists?
Andy Stone is played by Mackenzie Crook, who also created and directed the series.
Who plays Lance Stater in Detectorists?
Lance Stater is played by Toby Jones.
Is Detectorists based on a true story?
No, Detectorists is a fictional comedy-drama, but it was inspired by Mackenzie Crook’s own interest in metal detecting.
How many seasons of Detectorists are there?
There are 3 seasons, broadcast from 2014 to 2017, plus a special episode in 2022.
Where can I watch Detectorists in the UK?
Detectorists is available on BBC iPlayer and was originally broadcast on BBC Four.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026