The British four-part true-crime television series 'Believe Me' has captivated audiences with its harrowing portrayal of the John Worboys case. The show delves into the experiences of the victims and their fight for justice. Here is an overview of the cast and the real people they represent.
Cast of 'Believe Me'
The official cast includes:
- Aimée-Ffion Edwards as Sarah
- Aasiya Shah as Laila
- Miriam Petche as Carrie Symonds
- Daniel Mays as John Worboys
- Philippa Dunne as Harriet Wistrich
- Rachel Stirling as Philippa Kaufmann
- Alexa Davies as PC Ellis
- Kae Alexander as Sadie
- Laurie Kynaston as Frankie Peaccock
- Muhannad Ben Amor as Billy Houghton
- Maddie Evans as Lizzie
- Gillian Saker as Karen
- Steven Webb as Mike
- David Ganly as PC Wright
- Hussina Raja as Jade
- Ryan Davies as DC Lewis
- Hannah Dando as Debbie Shaw
- Tom Victor as PC Marriott
- Neelam Bakshi as Huda
- Nick Hyde as Nigel
- Ed Eales-White as DC Coldham
Sarah and Laila were among the first victims to report the sexual assaults. Their names are pseudonyms to protect their identities. Harriet Wistrich is the solicitor who represented them in their lawsuit against authorities. Philippa Kaufmann served as a King's Counsel advocating for the women. Carrie Symonds, now wife of Boris Johnson, narrowly escaped Worboys in her youth.
Premise of 'Believe Me'
The series follows the victims of the 'black cab rapist' John Worboys as they challenge the authorities who failed them. The official synopsis states: 'Sarah is given a drugged drink by a cab driver. She is certain she has been raped. After months of feeling disbelieved by the police, her case is dropped. He is free to attack again.'
Where to Watch
'Believe Me' is available on ITVX in the UK and airs on ITV1. Episodes 1 and 2 aired on May 10 and 11, with episodes 3 and 4 scheduled for May 16 and 17.
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