Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators stars Mark Benton as Frank Hathaway, Jo Joyner as Luella Shakespeare, and Patrick Walshe McBride as Sebastian Brudenell.
Main cast
- Frank HathawayMark Benton1–4Main
- Luella ShakespeareJo Joyner1–4Main
- Sebastian BrudenellPatrick Walshe McBride1–4Main
Supporting cast
- D.S. Christina MarloweAmber Aga1–4Supp
- D.I. Tyler KennedyTomos Eames1–4Supp
- D.I. Valerie CullinghamYasmin Kaur Barn1–4Supp
- Beatrice "Bea" HathawayMarian McLoughlin1–4Supp
Guest & voice
- Marianne HathawayMolly Mayne1Guest
- Mr. FlanneryJohn Ramm1Guest
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About this cast
Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators is a BBC One comedy-drama series (2018–2022) following quirky private detective Frank Hathaway and his partner Luella Shakespeare, with assistant Sebastian Brudenell, solving crimes in Stratford-upon-Avon.
FAQs
Who plays Frank Hathaway in Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators?
Mark Benton plays Frank Hathaway, the dishevelled but sharp private investigator.
Who plays Luella Shakespeare in Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators?
Jo Joyner plays Luella Shakespeare, Frank’s savvy and stylish partner.
How many seasons of Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators are there?
There are four seasons, broadcast from 2018 to 2022.
Is Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators a comedy or a drama?
It is a comedy-drama (or dramedy), blending light-hearted humour with investigative plots.
Where is Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators set?
The series is set in and around Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026