In ITV’s ‘Post Office Scandal‘ (2024), Toby Jones stars as Alan Bates, Monica Dolan as Jo Hamilton, and Julie Hesmondhalgh as Lisa Castledine. The drama dramatises the Horizon IT scandal and the subpostmasters’ long fight for justice.
Main cast
- Alan BatesToby Jones1Main
- Jo HamiltonMonica Dolan1Main
- Lisa CastledineJulie Hesmondhalgh1Main
Supporting cast
- Sam GerrardBen Peel1Supp
- Suzanne PalmerLia Williams1Supp
- Patrick GerrardWill Mellor1Supp
- Beverley SmithMalachi Kirby1Supp
- James HartleyAdam James1Supp
- NadiaClare Foster1Supp
Guest & voice
- Mr. WatsonMark Moraghan1Guest
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About this cast
The Post Office Scandal is a four-part ITV drama that premiered in 2024, telling the harrowing true story of the Horizon IT scandal. Hundreds of subpostmasters were falsely accused of theft, fraud and false accounting due to faulty accounting software. The series centres on the campaign led by Alan Bates (Toby Jones) and the group of subpostmasters who fought for years to clear their names.
FAQs
Who plays Alan Bates in Post Office Scandal?
Toby Jones plays Alan Bates, the subpostmaster who led the campaign against the Post Office.
Is Post Office Scandal based on a true story?
Yes, it dramatises the actual Horizon IT scandal where subpostmasters were wrongly blamed for accounting shortfalls caused by faulty software.
How many episodes are in Post Office Scandal?
The series comprises four episodes.
Which streaming service has Post Office Scandal?
ITV broadcast the series in the UK, and it is available on ITVX.
Who plays Jo Hamilton in Post Office Scandal?
Monica Dolan plays Jo Hamilton, a subpostmaster who was wrongly convicted.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026