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Coma cast, plot and filming locations explained – all about the C5 drama
Find out how to watch the four-part series that is set to be a huge hit on Channel 5
CHANNEL 5's Coma follows Simon Bamford and his family after a life changing decision.
Here is everything you need to know about the cast and the show.
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Who is in the cast of Coma?
Jason Watkins
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Coma sees family man Simon's life change after he confronts a group of teenagers, who have been terrorsing his neighbourhood.
Jason Watkins stars as lead character Simon Bamford.
He told that his character faces a lot of issues, which can be found in the real world.
Jason is known for his roles in The Crown, W1A, as well as cop dramas McDonald & Dodds and Line Of Duty.
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Claire Skinner
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Claire Skinner plays Simon's wife Beth Bamford and together with her husband she is trying to move their daughter away from the trouble in their town.
In an interview with Skinner said: "I remember reading the script and finding it striking in terms of how unusual it was.
"I really didn't quite know where it was going!
"I also loved the characters, because they're all slightly off.
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"You think Beth is going to be straight-down-the-line, but she doesn't quite do what you think she's going to do, and I found that really fascinating."
Joe Barber
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Newcomer Joe Barber is playing the role of teenager ringleader Jordan Franklin, who won't leave Simon alone.
Joe has appeared on stage productions including O, Island, Shook and Julius Caesar.
David Bradley
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Coma not only is giving newcomers a chance but also has actor David Bradley in their cast.
Bradley is playing Simon's neighbour Harry.
He is known for his roles in Doctor Who and Harry Potter.
Other cast members include:
- Kayla Meikle as DS Kelly Evans
- David Mumeni as Jimmy
- Jonas Armstrong as Paul, Jordan's dad
- Matilda Firth as Sophie Bamford
- Adrienn Reti as Anna Franklin
What is Coma about?
Coma is a four-part series about family man Simon, whose life is changed after making a heated decision.
After his neighbourhood is being overrun by a group of troubled teenagers, Simon wants nothing more than to move away with his family.
But Simon is soon pushed to his limit by the group's ringleader, Jordan, who doesn't seem to want to leave Simon in peace.
Where was Coma filmed?
The show was filmed in Budapest, Hungary.
Leading actor Jason told about filming in the city: "I didn't actually get to see a lot of the city, though, because we were shooting 12-hour days, six days a week.
"But I did go on the big Ferris wheel in the city centre."
How can I watch Coma?
Coma will be shown on Channel 5 from Monday, March 18, 2024, at 9pm.
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It runs for four consecutive nights until Thursday, March 21, 2024.
Viewers will also be able to watch the show on Paramount Plus from a later date, since it is co-commissioning the series.
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