Red Rose cast: Who is starring in BBC drama?

NEW BBC Three drama Red Rose follows a group of school pupils who discover the dangers of the dark web.

The series is set in Bolton where the students are supposed to be having a summer of fun, but who is in the new show?

Who is in the cast of Red Rose?

Isis Hainsworth

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Isis plays the main character of Rochelle Mason in BBC drama Red Rose.

She already has some notable acting credits under her belt including Metal Lords, Catherine Called Birdy and the film, Emma.

Isis moved to London when she was just 18 to pursue her acting dreams but during the pandemic moved back to her home of Edinburgh.

Isis said about the role: “Red Rose is a warning about the bad things that can go on there [social media], and are going on.

“With phones, if there’s bullying it can follow you everywhere. You’re not safe if you go home. Even in your bedroom it can get you.” 

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Amelia Clarkson

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Amelia is Wren Davis who is another lead character in the show.

She is already recognisable thanks to her part in Poldark.

The actress played the role of Aelflaed in Netflix show The Last Kingdom.

She also starred in Knightfall, Our Zoo and The Sarah Jane Adventures.

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Natalie Gavin

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Natalie Gavin is playing Rachel Davis.

The star will be recognised from her parts in Shameless, Prisoners' Wives, Ali & Ava, Hector, Gentleman Jack and The Syndicate.

Adam Nagaitis

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Adam Nagaitis is taking on the role of Rick Bennett who is the estranged partner of Rachel.

He starred in the award-winning drama, Chernobyl, and The Terror.

Ashna Rabheru

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The character of Jaya in the new drama is being portrayed by Ashna Rabheru.

She has previously acted in shows such as Sex Education, Indian Summers and Teenage Kicks.

Who else is in the cast?

• Ellis Howard as Antony Longwell
• Samuel Anderson as Vinny Mason
• Ali Khan as Tariq 'Taz' Sadiq
• Harry Redding as Noah Royston
• Katy Bartrop as Daphne Penrose
• Harry Cadby as Ciaran
• Robyn Cara as Alyssa Penrose
• Natalie Blair as Ashley Banister

When is Red Rose on TV?

Red Rose began on Monday, August 15, 2022, at 10pm on BBC Three.

The second episode aired the next day on Tuesday, August 16, with episode three and four scheduled for August 22 and 23 at the same time.

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There are eight episodes in total.

It is now available to watch in full on BBC iPlayer.