Episode 1

Guest stars

Kerr Loganas Matthew Cunliffe

Ruth Sheenas Pat Chauncey

Samuel Oatleyas DI George Layborn

Sarah Sweeneyas Lucy

Ian Redfordas Ted Nancarrow

Jonas Armstrongas Saul Morris

Sutara Gayleas Kim Sullivan

Sophie Wardas Anna Phipps

Abigail Lawrieas Margot Bamborough

Kierston Wareingas Leda Strike

Jess Impiazzias Gloria Conti (1970s)

Linda Bassettas Joan Nancarrow

Eliza Collingsas Janice Beattie (1970s)

Syrus Loweas Max Priestwood

Crew

Susan TullyDirector

Tom EdgeWriter

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