Guilt Season 3: Meet the Exciting New Cast Members, Including the Thrilling Yvonne Recast!

Summary

The cast of Guilt is one of the standout features, with excellent performances that make the characters feel grounded and believable.

Guilt explores the theme of guilt extensively, impacting not just the main characters but also the supporting cast and their storylines.

In its third season, Guilt introduces a fresh lineup of actors, such as Isaura Barbé-Brown, Amelia Isaac Jones, David Hayman, Euan Mcnaughton, Tamsin Topolski, Anders Hayward, Jonathan Watson, and Anita Vettesse. Additionally, it sees the return of familiar faces like Mark Bonnar and Jamie Sives, among others.

The British TV series, Guilt, has garnered attention for its exceptional cast and authentic characters. Created by Neil Forsyth, the show initially revolves around Max (Mark Bonnar) and Jake McCall (Jamie Sives), two brothers who unintentionally cause the death of an elderly man while driving home from a wedding. As they try to conceal their actions, Guilt unfolds to include a diverse group of characters with their own compelling storylines.

Guilt delves deep into the theme of guilt, as the weight of the brothers' crime becomes increasingly burdensome throughout the series. Additionally, the supporting cast grapple with their own personal demons, impacting their individual journeys. The third and final season of Guilt premiered in April 2023, bringing back familiar faces while introducing new actors and a recasted character.

Isaura Barbé-Brown as Yvonne Nixon

Amelia Isaac Jones as Skye

Yvonne Nixon, a recovering alcoholic, was first introduced in Guilt season 2. She found herself being blackmailed by her corrupt co-worker, Stevie, over a past incident related to her drinking problem. Initially, the character of Yvonne was portrayed by Rochelle Neil. However, due to scheduling conflicts as she starred in the period TV drama Three Little Birds, Rochelle Neil was unable to return for the final season. As a result, Isaura Barbé-Brown took over the role of Yvonne in season 3. Isaura Barbé-Brown is recognized for her notable performances as Laurena Kama in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, Sophia in The Son, and Katie Rios in Halo.

Amelia Isaac Jones stars as Skye, an ordinary woman grappling to fit in with her more privileged peers at Edinburgh Law School, located in the prestigious University of Edinburgh. Skye's keenness to befriend these affluent classmates proves to be a double-edged sword when she subsequently becomes entangled in Max and Jake's world. Despite her limited screen experience, Jones has already made a mark with her standout performances in two projects: she portrayed Skye in the series Guilt and essayed the role of Maya in the short film Beast of Burden.

David Hayman as Alec

Euan Mcnaughton as Sir Jim Sturrock

David Hayman, a Scottish actor and director, is widely acclaimed for his performances. In his latest role, he portrays Alec, a fisherman residing in a secluded cottage, closely observing the actions of the McCall brothers. Hayman's remarkable career spans across film and TV, commencing in the 1960s. Notable appearances include Pavel in "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas," Malcolm in "Sid and Nancy," Lennox in "Macbeth," and Brace in Tom Hardy and Steven Knight's "Taboo." Additionally, Hayman has lent his directorial talents to projects such as "Harbour Lights," "Tales from the Madhouse," and "Finney."

Portraying Sir Jim Sturrock, a well-to-do Edinburgh entrepreneur overseeing the bank's sale to American investors, is the talented Euan Mcnaughton. Within his community, Mcnaughton is a widely recognized figure. Although his portrayal of Ross Campbell in the Netflix series Outlander has garnered him great acclaim, he has also made notable appearances in various films and TV shows. Some of his notable roles include Duncan in the film Fan, a physician in Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, and William Kirkcaldy of Grange in Mary Queen of Scots.

Tamsin Topolski as Aliza

Anders Hayward as Danny

Tamsin Topolski is known for her portrayal of Aliza, an American businesswoman collaborating with Jim Sturrock to ensure the success of a bank takeover. While tackling personal issues, Topolski delivers a compelling performance. With an extensive television career, she has made notable appearances in renowned shows such as Penny Dreadful (Lavinia Putney), The Rook (Bronwyn), and Into the Badlands (Wren). In addition, she has showcased her talent in various films and video games, including What You Wish For (Imogene) and Horizon Zero Dawn (Aluki).

Anders Hayward portrays the character of Danny, a member of a local gang involved in drug dealing, who grapples with conflicting loyalties in the third season of Guilt. Hayward gained recognition for his role as Dylan in the comedy series Gap Year, and has also showcased his talent in various television shows including Life After Life as Fred Smith, Death in Paradise as Lucas Magnussen, and Intergalactic as Subdirector Franklin. In addition to his television work, Hayward has made appearances in films such as Looted, where he played the role of JP, and Run, where he portrayed Kid. His versatility extends even further as he lent his voice to the character of Derek in the video game Ten Dates.

Jonathan Watson As Big Al McKee

Jonathan Watson, known for his role as Colin in the Scottish comedy sitcom Two Doors Down, takes on the character of Big Al McGee, a small-time crook. Watson has showcased his talent in several television shows, including Bob Servant where he portrayed Frank, MacBuff in Upstart Crow, and Dave in Back. Notably, he has made appearances in Doctor Who season 13, featuring in episodes 1, 2, 5, and 6, playing various characters.

Anita Vettesse As Carrie Tortolano

Carrie Tortolano, Skye's mother, is portrayed by Anita Vettesse. Vettesse is well-known for her appearances in numerous Scottish TV dramas, including the roles of Bea Whitehead in The Loch, Jackie Hamilton in Vigil, Margaret Chisholm in Outlander, and Angela Muir in season 6 of Shetland. She has also gained recognition for her portrayal of Dr. Ralston in the popular British TV soap opera, Coronation Street. Moreover, Vettesse has contributed her writing skills to various TV shows, notably Grantchester, River City, and The Break.

Guilt Returning Cast

Mark Bonnar stars as Max McCall, the older sibling of the criminal pair. Known for his standout performances in esteemed British television series like Shetland (as Duncan Hunter), Psychoville (as Detective Finney), Line of Duty (as DCC Mike Dryden), and Unforgotten (as Colin Osborne), Bonnar has solidified his presence in the industry. Moreover, he has lent his vocal and motion capture talents to notable video games such as Battlefield 1 (as Townsend) and Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag (as Edward "Blackbeard" Thatch). Bonnar's upcoming endeavors include a role in the highly anticipated war epic Napoleon, helmed by Ridley Scott and featuring Joaquin Phoenix.

Jamie Sives portrays Jake McCall, the younger and more emotionally attuned brother. Sives, too, has made a name for himself in the realm of television, impressing audiences with his appearances in prominent shows like HBO's Game of Thrones (as Jory Cassel), Chernobyl (as Sitnikov), and Annika (as DS Michael McAndrews). While also showcasing his talents in smaller film roles like Ron Howard's In the Heart of the Sea (as Cole), Rush (as a BRM mechanic), and Wild Rose (as Sam).

Emun Elliott portrays Kenny Burns, a private investigator whose battle with alcohol addiction has had a detrimental impact on both his professional career and his marriage. Elliott has garnered recognition for his appearances in various films directed by acclaimed directors, including Matthew Vaughn's The King's Man in the role of a Black Watch Sergeant Major, M. Night Shyamalan's Old as adult Trent Cappa, Ridley Scott's Prometheus as Chance, and J.J. Abrams' Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Brance. Additionally, he is known for his portrayals of Richie in Threesome, John Moray in The Paradise, and Dr. Christian King in Paradox.

Ruth Bradley takes on the role of Angie, the American niece of the individual unintentionally killed by Max and Jake. Bradley has received acclaim for her performances in television series such as Karen Voss in Humans, Sarah Sellars in the eighth season of Endeavour, and Ms. Bowen, Phoebe's school teacher, in Ted Lasso. She has also appeared in films such as The Informer as Cat, Agatha and the Truth of Murder as Agatha Christie, and Daphne as Tracey.

Greg McHugh portrays the role of Teddy McLean in Guilt, showcasing his talents previously seen in popular TV shows like Man vs. Bee as Coleman, A Discovery of Witches as Hamish Osborne, and Fresh Meat as Howard.

Stewart Porter skillfully embodies the character of Jim McLean. His acting credits include noteworthy appearances in In Plain Sight as John Buchanan, season 2 of Shetland as Sergeant Billy McBride, and River City as both Dougie Patterson and Duncan Bucknell. Additionally, Porter showcases his versatility as an actor, playing a pagan in Nicolas Winding Refn's Viking drama, Valhalla Rising.

Phyllis Logan portrays the role of Maggie Lynch in Guilt. She gained recognition for her portrayal of Mrs. Hughes, the housekeeper in the Downton Abbey series. Additionally, Logan has appeared in various projects including Intergalactic as Phoebe Skov-King, The Good Karma Hospital as Maggie Smart, and Another Time, Another Place as Janie, for which she received a BAFTA Award for Most Promising Newcomer.

Sara Vickers brings life to the character Erin McKee. Vickers is most renowned for her role as Ms. Crookshanks in Damon Lindelof's HBO superhero series, Watchmen. She has also made notable appearances in Endeavour as Joan Thursday, The Alienist as Jane Gooding, and season 3 of Shetland as Leanne Randall.

Henry Pettigrew, widely recognized for portraying Niels in Tom Hooper's acclaimed 2015 drama The Danish Girl, joins the cast of Guilt in the role of Stevie Malone. In addition, Pettigrew has showcased his talent in various TV shows, including his notable performances as Alan Claydon in The Vineyard, Neil Armstrong in The Crown, and a Commanding Militia Officer in Taboo.