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Cast of Give My Head Peace

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Give My Head Peace stars Tim McGarry as Da, Martin Reid as Cal, and Olivia Nash as Ma, in a satirical sitcom set in Northern Ireland.

  • BBC Northern Ireland
  • 1998–
  • 10 seasons
  • TV series
  • 10 cast

Main cast

  • DaTim McGarry1–10Main
  • MaOlivia Nash1–10Main
  • CalMartin Reid1–10Main
  • BillyMichael McDowell1–10Main
  • DessieDamon Quinn1–10Main

Supporting cast

  • Auntie SarahStella McCusker1–10Supp
  • Uncle AndyJames Greene1–10Supp
  • Mrs. McAllisterMaggie D’Arcy1–10Supp

Guest & voice

  • VariousPatrick Kielty1Guest
  • VariousEamonn Holmes2Guest

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About this cast

Give My Head Peace is a long-running BBC Northern Ireland sitcom that satirises Northern Irish politics and culture. The show follows the antics of the McAllister family, with Da (Tim McGarry), Ma (Olivia Nash), and Cal (Martin Reid) at the centre of the comedy.

FAQs

Who plays Da in Give My Head Peace?

Da is played by Tim McGarry.

Who plays Cal in Give My Head Peace?

Cal is played by Martin Reid.

Who plays Ma in Give My Head Peace?

Ma is played by Olivia Nash.

How many seasons of Give My Head Peace are there?

There have been 10 seasons to date.

What network broadcasts Give My Head Peace?

It is broadcast by BBC Northern Ireland.

Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026

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