Malpractice, written by real-life former doctor Grace Ofori-Attah, follows stressed-out medic Dr Lucinda Edwards (Niamh Algar) who faces disastrous consequences when a patient under her watch dies.
Set in the A&E department of a busy Yorkshire hospital, patient Edith Owusu is brought in following a suspected opioid overdose. Heading up the team is Dr Lucinda, who leaves the patient in the care of a junior doctor so that she can deal with another serious incident.
But when Edith dies, Lucinda’s behaviour and decisions on that fateful night become the subject of an investigation by the Medical Investigation Unit. As Lucinda's life implodes, some crushing secrets come to light.
Here is the cast of Malpractice...
Niamh Algar as Dr Lucinda Edwards
Niamh Algar plays the titular role of Dr Lucinda Edwards, a hard-working but exhausted doctor whose career is in jeopardy when she becomes the subject of an enquiry by the Medical Investigation Unit after patient Edith Owusu dies on her watch — and it's not long before devastating secrets emerge as her life spirals out of control.
Niamh has starred in an array of projects throughout her acting career, including Deceit, The Wonder, Wrath of Man, Censor and The Virtues.
James Purefoy as Dr Leo Harris
James Purefoy stars as Lucinda's boss and mentor Dr Leo Harris. He initially supports Lucinda through the ordeal, but this eventually lessens and Lucinda starts to feel abandoned.
James has previously starred in Marie Antoinette, Pennyworth, Rome and The Following.
Hannah Walters as Matron Beth Relph
Hannah Walters portrays efficient matron Beth Relph, who is working alongside Lucinda on the catastrophic shift. She's astonished when her department is under scrutiny by the Medical Investigation Unit.
Hannah has had roles in Boiling Point, This is England, Time and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales.
Priyanka Patel as Dr Ramya Morgan
Priyanka Patel is Dr Ramya Morgan, an ambitious junior medic who lacks in confidence. She's annoyed when Lucinda leaves Edith in her care — and it has tragic consequences.
Priyanka's previous work includes Sadie J and Another Me.
Scott Chambers as Dr Oscar Beattie
Scott Chambers stars as passionate and sensitive young Dr Oscar Beattie who has great admiration for Lucinda and supports her whenever he can.
You may recognize Scott from his roles in Innocent, Malevolent, Doctor Jekyll and Chicken.
Helen Behan as Dr Norma Callahan
Helen Behan plays Dr Norma Callahan, the formidable senior investigator who is in charge of the investigation into Lucinda's actions and is determined to find out the truth.
Helen's previous work includes The Virtues, Holding, The Box and Intruder.
Jordan Kouamé as Dr George Adjei
Jordan Kouamé portrays Dr George Adjei, a former work colleague of Lucinda who now works alongside Norma.
Rising star Jordan has appeared in two short films, Megalomania and Contenders, and is set to star in the Netflix drama Scoop.
Lorne MacFadyen as Tom Edwards
Lorne MacFadyen, who is also Niamh Algar's real-life partner, plays her on-screen husband Tom Edwards. He adores their toddler daughter, but their marriage comes under strain as the investigation into Lucinda's conduct continues.
Lorne's other acting work include Vigil, Six Four, Operation Mincemeat and Pistol.
Who else is starring in Malpractice?
Also starring in Malpractice are...
- Ash Tandon as Dr Jubair Singh
- Daniel Larkai as Dr Sam Henry
- Douglas Hansell as Dr Rob Thornbury
- Tristan Sturrock as Dr Mike Willett
- Georgina Rich as Dr Eva Tait
- Brian Bovell as Sir Anthony Owusu
Malpractice airs from Sunday, April 23 at 9pm on ITV1 in the UK and all episodes will be available on the streaming service ITVX.
