Public Enemies stars Aml Ameen as convicted murderer Eddie ‘The Beast’ Abebo, Jessica Plummer as his fiancée Lana, and Samuel Adewunmi as prison officer Paul. The three-part BBC drama explores the dangerous relationship between an inmate…
Main cast
- Eddie ‘The Beast’ AbeboAml AmeenMain
- LanaJessica PlummerMain
- PaulSamuel AdewunmiMain
Supporting cast
- GaryFisayo AkinadeSupp
- NigelDavid AjalaSupp
- RuthSusan LynchSupp
- DCI DixonPippa NixonSupp
- ReggieJonjo O’NeillSupp
Guest & voice
- SabrinaJennie DaleGuest
- Governor StrattonClinton LibertyGuest
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About this cast
Public Enemies is a three-part BBC One thriller from 2022. It centres on Eddie ‘The Beast’ Abebo, a notorious criminal serving a long sentence, and the risky relationship he develops with a young prison officer, Paul. The show stars Aml Ameen, Jessica Plummer, and Samuel Adewunmi.
FAQs
Who plays Eddie ‘The Beast’ Abebo in Public Enemies?
Eddie is played by Aml Ameen, known for his roles in The Maze Runner and Yardie.
Who plays Lana in Public Enemies?
Lana is played by Jessica Plummer, best known for her role in EastEnders.
How many episodes are in Public Enemies?
The BBC series has three episodes, each around 60 minutes.
Is Public Enemies based on a true story?
No, the series is fictional but explores real themes of power, corruption, and relationships in a prison setting.
Who wrote Public Enemies?
The series was written by Ben Tagoe (also creator) and directed by Tom Van Ihsing.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026