The first original drama to broadcast on Channel 4's YouTube, Beth is a three-part science fiction series that is set to leave you with plenty to talk about.

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The series is led by Nicholas Pinnock and Abbey Lee as Joe and Molly, a successful couple who seem to have it all but are missing one thing: a child. Despite plenty of IVF attempts and close calls, their journey to parenthood is largely unsuccessful – until Molly eventually gets pregnant.

The news is what they've been waiting for, but when Imogen is born, the fact that she is white, with no resemblance to Joe at all, isn't something that passes either by. Is Molly hiding something?

The drama pretty much hinges on the engaging performances of its two leads, but where have you seen them previously and who else stars in Beth? Read on for everything you need to know.

Beth cast: Full list of characters and actors in Channel 4 drama

The full cast list for Beth is as follows but do scroll on to find out more about the characters, plus where you may have seen the actors before.

  • Nicholas Pinnock as Joe
  • Abbey Lee as Molly
  • Louise Bangay as Gabby
  • Nick Blood as Dr Balthas
  • Jemima Lown as Imogen
  • Alex Lanipekun as Jude

Nicholas Pinnock as Joe

Nicholas Pinnock as Joe in Beth, sitting against a wall and looking sad.
Nicholas Pinnock as Joe in Beth. Channel 4

Who is Joe? Joe is married to Molly and together, they're living pretty much the perfect life but have been trying desperately to have a child, to limited success. However, when Molly does eventually get pregnant, the dynamic shifts in the couple once the baby is born and is white.

Where have I seen Nicholas Pinnock? Pinnock can most recently be seen in Long Bright River, opposite Amanda Seyfried. The British actor is known for his roles in For Life, Django, Marcella and Counterpart. He has also starred in This Town, Fortitude, Top Boy and Criminal: UK.

Abbey Lee as Molly

Abbey Lee as Molly, staring in a mirror wearing a red dress.
Abbey Lee as Molly in Beth. Channel 4

Who is Molly? Molly has been struggling to get pregnant and so, when she has Imogen, it is quite literally a miracle. However, she's keeping a secret of her own that rocks Joe to his core.

Where have I seen Abbey Lee? Lee is known for her roles in Mad Max: Fury Road, Lovecraft Country, Florida Man and both parts of Kevin Costner's Horizon: An American Saga.

Nick Blood as Dr Balthas

Nick Blood as Dr Balthas, Abbey Lee as Molly and Nicholas Pinnock as Joe sitting in a doctor's office and having a serious conversation.
Nick Blood as Dr Balthas, Abbey Lee as Molly and Nicholas Pinnock as Joe in Beth. Channel 4

Who is Dr Balthas? The doctor who has been helping Joe and Molly on their IVF journey.

Where have I seen Nick Blood? Blood has most recently starred in Sky's The Day of the Jackal series and Joan, but is also known for his roles in Trollied, Agents of SHIELD, Euphoria and Slow Horses.

Beth airs on Channel 4 on Monday 9th June at 10pm.

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Morgan CormackDrama Writer

Morgan Cormack is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering everything drama-related on TV and streaming. She previously worked at Stylist as an Entertainment Writer. Alongside her past work in content marketing and as a freelancer, she possesses a BA in English Literature.

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