Martin Freeman stars as crisis-stricken police officer Chris Carson in BBC One’s ‘The Responder‘, with Adelayo Adedayo as his partner Rachel Hargreaves and Warren Brown as fellow officer Raymond Mullen.
Main cast
- Chris CarsonMartin Freeman1–2Main
- Rachel HargreavesAdelayo Adedayo1–2Main
- Raymond MullenWarren Brown1–2Main
Supporting cast
- Kate CarsonMyAnna Buring1–2Supp
- Carl SweeneyIan Hart1–2Supp
- CaseyEmily Fairn1Supp
- MarcoJosh Finan1Supp
- DCI Deborah BarnesAmanda Lawrence1–2Supp
- PC Jodie SweeneyFaye McKeever1–2Supp
- PC DaveyPhilip Shaun McGuinness1–2Supp
Guest & voice
- TuckersDavid Bradley1Guest
- MollyRita Tushingham1Guest
- Dr. D’AngeloMark Womack1Guest
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About this cast
The Responder is a British police drama set in Liverpool, focusing on the personal and professional struggles of a crisis negotiator. The series stars Martin Freeman as Chris Carson, a man battling his own demons while trying to help others in the city’s most desperate situations.
FAQs
Who plays Chris Carson in The Responder?
Martin Freeman plays the lead role of Chris Carson, a police crisis negotiator struggling with mental health issues.
Is The Responder based on a true story?
Yes, the series was created by former police officer Tony Schumacher, drawing on his own experiences as a responder in Liverpool.
How many seasons of The Responder are there?
As of 2024, there are two seasons. The first aired in 2022 and the second in 2023.
Where is The Responder filmed?
The series is filmed on location in Liverpool, England, capturing the city’s distinct atmosphere.
Who plays Rachel Hargreaves in The Responder?
Adelayo Adedayo plays Rachel Hargreaves, Chris Carson’s new partner and a probationary police officer.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026