Dragons’ Den features five wealthy investor ‘Dragons’ – currently including Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden and Touker Suleyman – who listen to pitches from entrepreneurs seeking investment. The BBC series is known for its high-stakes…
Main cast
- Himself – Lead DragonPeter Jones1–Main
- Herself – DragonDeborah Meaden3–Main
- Himself – DragonTouker Suleyman16–Main
- Herself – DragonSara Davies17–Main
- Himself – DragonSteven Bartlett19–Main
- Himself – Presenter / NarratorEvan Davis1–Main
Supporting cast
- Himself – DragonDuncan Bannatyne1–14Supp
- Himself – DragonJames Caan5–11Supp
- Herself – DragonTheo Paphitis1–11Supp
- Himself – DragonRichard Farleigh1–3Supp
- Himself – DragonDoug Richard1–2Supp
- Herself – DragonRachel Elnaugh1–2Supp
- Himself – DragonSimon Woodroffe4Supp
- Himself – DragonPiers Linney12–13Supp
- Himself – DragonNick Jenkins14Supp
- Himself – DragonKelly Hoppen13–14Supp
- Himself – DragonSarah Willingham13Supp
- Himself – DragonJenny Campbell15–17Supp
- Himself – DragonTej Lalvani15–18Supp
- Himself – DragonHilary Devey12Supp
Guest & voice
- Herself – Guest DragonJo Malone21Guest
- Himself – Guest DragonJoe Wicks19Guest
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About this cast
Dragons’ Den is a BBC reality television series where aspiring entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to a panel of wealthy investors, known as the Dragons. The series has been a staple of British television since 2005, with the current panel including Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Sara Davies and Steven Bartlett in recent series.
FAQs
Who plays the lead presenter in Dragons’ Den?
Evan Davis is the lead presenter and narrator of Dragons’ Den, a role he has held since the first series in 2005.
Which Dragon has been on the show the longest?
Peter Jones has appeared in every series since 2005, making him the longest-serving Dragon. Deborah Meaden joined in series 3 (2007) and is the second longest-serving.
How many Dragons are on the panel each series?
Typically five Dragons sit on the panel per series, though the lineup has changed over time. Currently (series 21) the panel consists of Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Sara Davies and Steven Bartlett.
Has a Dragon ever invested in a pitch that later failed?
Yes, deals made on the show are not always finalised; due diligence sometimes reveals issues, and some investments have indeed failed or been withdrawn. The programme broadcasts a follow-up segment in later series.
Is Dragons’ Den an original UK format?
Yes, Dragons’ Den originated in Japan (as ‘Money Tigers’) but the UK version on BBC One, created by Nippon TV, has run successfully since 2005 and has spawned many international adaptations.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026