Looking for a new drama to watch? Holding on ITV could be your answer. The four-part series, which begins on Monday night, has been adapted from Graham Norton's best-selling novel of the same name, and has been directed by Kathy Burke – so it's bound to be brilliant!
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The show tells the story of Sergeant PJ Collins, a local police officer used to living a quiet life in Duneen, Ireland, when his workload dramatically increases when he begins investigating his first-ever serious murder case. Ahead of episode one, meet the full cast below. You'll definitely recognise a few faces...
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Conleth Hill as Sergeant PJ Collins
Playing the lead role of PJ Collins is Conleth Hill who is perhaps best-known for his part as Varys in HBO's Game of Thrones, but he's also appeared in shows such as Vienna Blood. The actor is also a Laurence Olivier Award recipient!
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© Photo: ITVConleth Hill plays the leader
Clinton Liberty as Linus
Clinton Liberty is relatively new to the acting game and is playing Linus, a sidekick to Sergeant PJ Collins. Although he recently graduated from The Lir, Dublin, he has appeared Normal People and film Touchdown.
© Photo: ITVLinus is played by Clinton Liberty
Siobhan McSweeney as Brid Riordan
Love Derry Girls? You'll definitely recognise the character Brid Riordan as she's portrayed by Siobhan McSweeney, who plays Sister Michael in the Channel 4 sitcom. Brid Riordan is closer to the case than most, as it's her ex-partner, Tommy, who ends up being the victim of a murder. It's not long before she becomes a suspect. We can't wait to watch Siobhan in the role.
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© Photo: ITVDerry Girls star Siobhan McSweeney appears in the cast
Brenda Fricker as Lizzie Meany
Holding has an Oscar-winner among its cast! Brenda Fricker, who picked up the Academy Award for Supporting Actress in 1990 for her role in the film My Left Foot, is playing Lizzie Meany in the show.
Brenda has also appeared in Beautiful People and Home Alone 2. Her character, Lizzie, also lives a quiet life in their rural town, but PJ begins to find out more about her character, revealing secrets along the way.
© Photo: ITVBrenda Fricker as Lizzie Meany
Charlene McKenna as Evelyn Ross
Evelyn Ross soon becomes a suspect in the case due to also having a close relationship with Tommy, who suddenly disappears. Viewers will recognise Charlene McKenna from her role as Captain Swing in Peaky Blinders.
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© Photo: ITVCharlene McKenna appears in the cast
Pauline McLynn as Eileen O'Driscoll
Father Ted actress Pauline McLynn plays the part of shopkeeper Eileen O'Driscoll. Many will recognise the actress from her roles in Shameless, EastEnders and Silent Witness.
© Photo: ITVPaulin McLynn plays Eileen O'Driscoll
Other stars in the Holding cast
Many other names are set to appear in the show including Helen Behan (The Virtues), Demi Isaac Oviawe (The Young Offenders) and Gary Shelford.
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