Meet the cast of Until I Kill You on ITV
Regarding the significance of presenting the story through Delia's eyes, lead actress Anna Maxwell Martin stated: "Delia doesn't let anyone walk over her; she’s incredibly strong and passionate, a true original. We should honor that instead of resorting to more needless violence against women on television."
I believe many of us are tired of tuning in to shows about male killers and their predatory behavior. Personally, I wasn't interested in highlighting the abuse.
"We're delving into the thoughts of a woman who experienced many complicated situations, not only involving John Sweeney. I take great pride in this drama."
Alongside Martin, Shaun Evans takes on the role of Sweeney. But who else appears in the ITV drama? Keep reading for all the details about the cast of Until I Kill You.
"Until I Kill You Cast: Characters And Actors"
Here’s the complete cast list for Until I Kill You. Keep reading to learn more about the characters and discover where you might have seen the actors before.
Anna Maxwell Martin Plays Delia Balmer
Anna Maxwell Martin plays the role of Delia Balmer in Until I Kill You. ITV/World Productions.
Who is Delia Balmer? Delia is a passionate traveler and someone who tends to enjoy her own company. Unlike her fellow nurses, she embodies a more independent and adventurous spirit. One evening, she crosses paths with John at a pub. Although they don't connect right away, their relationship begins to grow rapidly. Eventually, John moves in with her, only for Delia to discover a darker, more aggressive side to his personality.
When discussing the role, Martin shared, "This character is totally different from anyone I’ve portrayed in the past. She’s a truly captivating individual, and her reactions are unique to her. It was both intriguing and freeing to embody someone like Delia, who fully embraces her identity and freely expresses all her thoughts and emotions."
What other shows has Anna Maxwell Martin appeared in? You might remember her from her performances as DCS Patricia Carmichael in Line of Duty, Julia in Motherland, and Kelly Major in Code 404. She is also recognized for her work in A Spy Among Friends, Ludwig, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, and The Bletchley Circle.
Shaun Evans Takes On The Role Of John Sweeney
Shaun Evans portrays John Sweeney in "Until I Kill You." Released by ITV and World Productions.
Who is John Sweeney? John is a carpenter who crosses paths with Delia at a bar. Their connection quickly deepens, leading him to move in with her. However, as time goes on, their relationship takes a darker turn, with John becoming increasingly aggressive and sharing some deeply troubling secrets with Delia.
When discussing his portrayal of the real-life murderer, Evans remarked, "This is the first time the events are still fresh in people’s minds. That brings a significant amount of responsibility to ensure that I represent it as accurately and fairly as I can."
What other projects has Shaun Evans worked on? Evans is widely recognized for his main role as the young Endeavour Morse in ITV's Endeavour, a character he has portrayed for over a decade. He has appeared in several other series, including Vigil, Silk, Whitechapel, and The Last Weekend. Additionally, he is going to take on the lead role in the upcoming spy thriller, Betrayal.
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Kevin Doyle Portrays David
Kevin Doyle portrays the character David in "Until I Kill You." This production is a collaboration between ITV and World Productions.
Who is David? He is a steady and comforting presence who enters Delia's life following her traumatic experience. As the trial begins, David plays a crucial role in providing support for Delia.
What other projects has Kevin Doyle taken part in? Doyle is primarily recognized for his performances in Downton Abbey as Joseph Molesley, in Happy Valley as Detective Sergeant John Wadsworth, and as John Parr in The Lakes. Additionally, he's appeared in Sherwood, The Witcher, Miss Scarlet and the Duke, and Paranoid.
"Amanda Wilkin Takes On The Role Of Leah"
Amanda Wilkin portrays Leah in "Until I Kill You." Produced by ITV and World Productions.
Who is Leah? Leah is one of the lead nurses at the hospital and has become a close friend to Delia, even though Delia can be a bit challenging to connect with at times. Still, Leah stays by Delia's side and makes an effort to alert her about John's behavior right from the start.
What other projects has Amanda Wilkin been involved in? She has appeared in shows like Am I Being Unreasonable?, Spent, Finding Alice, and The Split.
Lucy Thackeray Stars As WPC Jane Barker
Anna Maxwell Martin plays the role of Delia Balmer, while Lucy Thackeray portrays WPC Jane Barker in the show Until I Kill You. These performances are brought to life by ITV in collaboration with World Productions.
Who is Jane Barker? Jane is the sole female police officer assigned to Delia’s case. She is among the few individuals who came to see Delia in the hospital during the Christmas season following John’s brutal assault.
What other projects has Lucy Thackeray been involved in? She has featured in shows including Top Boy, Call the Midwife, Moon Knight, The Walk-In, and Black Ops.
Laura Morgan Stars As DC Christine Webb
Laura Morgan portrays DC Christine Webb, while Anna Maxwell Martin takes on the role of Delia Balmer, and Kevin Doyle plays David in the series "Until I Kill You." Credit: ITV/World Productions.
Who is Christine Webb? Christine serves as a family liaison officer in the case that ultimately leads to Sweeney facing trial. Her role involves assisting Delia in testifying and supporting her pursuit of justice.
What other projects has Laura Morgan been involved in? Morgan has had roles in Culprits, Clink, and Homeland. Additionally, she has made appearances in Victoria, See How They Run, and Operation Mincemeat.
"Until I Kill You" is set to premiere on ITV1 and ITVX from Sunday, November 3rd, running through Wednesday, November 6th, at 9 PM on ITV1.
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