Ben Miller stars as the eccentric criminologist Professor Jasper Tempest, with Emma Naomi as Detective Inspector Lisa Donckers and Barney White as Detective Sergeant Dan Winters in ITV’s ‘Professor T‘.
Main cast
- Professor Jasper TempestBen Miller1–3Main
- DI Lisa DonckersEmma Naomi1–3Main
- DS Dan WintersBarney White1–3Main
- Chief Constable Christina BrandJuliet Aubrey1–3Main
- DCS Paul RabbitAndy Gathergood1–3Main
Supporting cast
- Adelaide TempestFrances de la Tour1–3Supp
- Dr. Helena GoldbergSarah Woodward1–3Supp
- PC Lucy ChambersRebecca Humphries1–3Supp
- IngridSuzanne Packer1–3Supp
Guest & voice
- Professor AugusteDouglas Reith1Guest
- DCI JohnMichael Gould1Guest
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About this cast
Professor T is a British crime drama series on ITV, adapted from the Belgian series of the same name. It follows the brilliant but obsessive Professor Jasper Tempest, who uses his unique insights to help the police solve complex cases, despite his own personal struggles.
FAQs
Who plays Professor Jasper Tempest in Professor T?
Ben Miller plays the lead role of Professor Jasper Tempest.
Is Professor T based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional drama adapted from the Belgian TV series ‘Professor T.’ (2015).
How many seasons of Professor T are there?
As of 2024, there are three seasons, with a fourth confirmed.
Where is Professor T filmed?
The series is filmed in and around Cambridge, England, including at the University of Cambridge.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026