Mcdonald and Dodds stars Tala Gouveia as DCI Lauren McDonald, Jason Watkins as DS Dodds, and Claire Skinner as Chief Supt Mary Ormond in a gentle Bath-set crime drama.
Main cast
- DS DoddsJason Watkins1–Main
- DCI Lauren McDonaldTala Gouveia1–Main
- Chief Supt Mary OrmondClaire Skinner1–Main
Supporting cast
- PC James LarsonRob (Robert) Gilbert1–Supp
- Charlie RedburnJack Ransom1–Supp
- DC Darren WalshJames Murray1–2Supp
- DI John HousemanDanny Webb2–Supp
Guest & voice
- DS Laura SimpsonPearl Mackie2Guest
- Ruth CarringtonPhoebe Tyers1Guest
- Adrian LaceyMark Bonnar1Guest
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About this cast
McDonald and Dodds is a British crime drama series that premiered on ITV in 2020. It follows the unlikely partnership of the ambitious DCI Lauren McDonald and the seemingly timid but astute DS Dodds as they solve murders in Bath, with Jason Watkins and Tala Gouveia leading the cast.
FAQs
Who plays DS Dodds in McDonald and Dodds?
DS Dodds is played by BAFTA-winning actor Jason Watkins.
Who plays DCI Lauren McDonald in McDonald and Dodds?
DCI Lauren McDonald is played by Tala Gouveia.
Where is McDonald and Dodds filmed?
The series is filmed on location in Bath, Somerset, with many scenes shot at landmarks like the Royal Crescent and Bath Abbey.
How many seasons of McDonald and Dodds are there?
As of 2025, there are 4 seasons (series), each consisting of two 120-minute episodes.
Is McDonald and Dodds based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional crime drama created by Robert Murphy.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026