Inside Man is a BBC/Netflix thriller starring David Tennant as vicar Harry Watling, Stanley Tucci as death-row inmate Jefferson Grieff, and Dolly Wells as journalist Janice Fife.
Main cast
- Harry WatlingDavid Tennant1Main
- Jefferson GrieffStanley Tucci1Main
- Janice FifeDolly Wells1Main
Supporting cast
- Mary WatlingLydia West1Supp
- Ben WatlingLouis Oliver1Supp
- Beth DavenportLyndsey Marshal1Supp
- Dillon KemptonAtkins Estimond1Supp
- PatriciaKate Dickie1Supp
Guest & voice
- DI ReevesDylan Baker1Guest
- EdgarTobias Menzies1Guest
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About this cast
Inside Man is a four-part British psychological thriller series written by Steven Moffat. The story intertwines the lives of a vicar, a death-row inmate, and a journalist, exploring themes of morality and consequence. The main cast includes David Tennant, Stanley Tucci, and Dolly Wells.
FAQs
Who plays Harry Watling in Inside Man?
David Tennant plays Harry Watling, a vicar whose life spirals out of control after a series of bad decisions.
Who plays Jefferson Grieff in Inside Man?
Stanley Tucci plays Jefferson Grieff, a brilliant criminologist on death row in the United States.
Who plays Janice Fife in Inside Man?
Dolly Wells plays Janice Fife, a journalist who becomes entangled with both Harry and Jefferson.
Is Inside Man based on a true story?
No, Inside Man is a fictional story written by Steven Moffat, though it explores realistic moral dilemmas.
How many episodes are in Inside Man?
Inside Man is a limited series with four episodes, each approximately 60 minutes long.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026