The long-running BBC forensic crime drama ‘Silent Witness‘ currently stars Emilia Fox as Dr. Nikki Alexander, David Caves as Jack Hodgson, and Alastair Michael as Velvy Schur.
Main cast
- Dr. Nikki AlexanderEmilia Fox9–presentMain
- Jack HodgsonDavid Caves18–presentMain
- Velvy SchurAlastair Michael27–presentMain
- Professor Thomas ChamberlainRichard Lintern17–25Main
- Clarissa MulleryLiz Carr14–25Main
- Dr. Sam RyanAmanda Burton1–8Main
- Dr. Leo DaltonWilliam Gaminara2–16Main
- Harry CunninghamTom Ward2–16Main
Supporting cast
- DS DCI Jane AlexanderHoneysuckle Weeks25–26Supp
- Dr. Maggie LiveseyMegan Maczko1–2Supp
- Dr. Marcus RylandCliff Parisi10–11Supp
Guest & voice
- VariousJohn Hannah1Guest
- VariousCelia Imrie2Guest
- VariousMark Addy20Guest
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About this cast
Silent Witness is the UK’s foremost forensic crime drama, first airing on BBC One in 1996. The series follows a team of pathologists and forensic scientists as they investigate suspicious deaths. The current core cast includes Emilia Fox, David Caves, and Alastair Michael, with Richard Lintern and Liz Carr having recently departed.
FAQs
Who plays Dr. Nikki Alexander in Silent Witness?
Dr. Nikki Alexander is played by Emilia Fox.
Is Silent Witness still airing?
Yes, Silent Witness is still airing; series 27 aired in early 2024 and the show has been renewed for series 28.
How many series of Silent Witness are there?
As of 2024, there have been 27 series (seasons).
Who was the original lead in Silent Witness?
The original lead was Amanda Burton as Professor Sam Ryan, who left in series 8.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026