Mark Latimer’s best friend and a local plumber. Nige is loud, aggressive, and quick to anger—making him an obvious red herring. Joe Sims plays him with just enough vulnerability to keep you guessing.

A reclusive, dog-walking neighbor with a mysterious caravan. Pauline Quirke, a beloved British comedy actress ( Birds of a Feather ), subverts her image completely, playing a woman who is hiding a terrible secret. Her monologue in the final episodes is unforgettable.

Andrew Buchan plays Danny’s father, Mark. His grief manifests as fury and a desire for vigilante justice. Buchan (known for Garrow’s Law and The Crown ) perfectly captures a man trying to hold his family together while secretly falling apart. The Prime Suspects (The Residents of Broadchurch) One of the show’s genius tricks is making you suspect everyone .

The local vicar who struggles to comfort his flock while dealing with his own private guilt. Arthur Darvill (another Doctor Who alum, having played Rory Pond) gives a quiet, nuanced performance about faith under pressure.

Have you watched Broadchurch? Who was your favorite performance? Let me know in the comments below!

A young, ambitious local journalist who wants to break the big story. Today, Jonathan Bailey is a massive star thanks to Bridgerton (Lord Anthony) and Fellow Travelers . But back in 2013, he was the eager rookie, providing a crucial link between the police and the press.