We don’t know about you, but the moment we heard BritBox was dropping a bold, queer, satirical period drama called OUTRAGEOUS — we were already hitting “add to watchlist.” Set in 18th-century London and packed with scandal, sex, and revolutionary women, this series promises everything we want from our historical dramas: wit, edge, and a cast full of familiar faces. Here’s your guide to the cast of OUTRAGEOUS — and why you’re going to love them in this.
Bessie Carter as Nancy Mitford
Of course you’ve seen Bessie Carter before. She stole scenes as Prudence Featherington in Bridgerton, where her flair for the dramatic and unmatched comedic timing made her a fan favorite. But Bessie’s talents go far beyond the Ton. She’s also appeared in Howards End, Beecham House, and the Netflix thriller The Good Nurse.
In OUTRAGEOUS, she stars as Anne Damer — a real-life sculptor, widow, and queer trailblazer navigating London’s elite with a chisel in one hand and her freedom in the other. It’s Bessie like you’ve never seen her.
James Purefoy as David Freeman-Mitford
Purefoy has played kings, killers, and everything in between. You might remember him from Rome (as the ever-charismatic Mark Antony), The Following (playing chilling cult leader Joe Carroll), or Sex Education, where he was Michael Groff’s delightfully toxic father.
In OUTRAGEOUS, expect his signature blend of charm and menace. Whether he’s seducing or scheming, Purefoy always brings a dangerous sparkle to period drama.
Anna Chancellor as Sydney Bowles Mitford
If British prestige drama had royalty, Anna Chancellor would be in line for the crown. She was Caroline Bingley in Pride and Prejudice (yes, that version), played the unforgettable Duckface in Four Weddings and a Funeral, and has shown up in everything from Fleming to Pennyworth.
Chancellor brings depth, bite, and that coolly devastating stare that says, “I’ve read you, darling, and you’re dull.” We can’t wait to see her wield that energy in OUTRAGEOUS.
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Joanna Vanderham as Diana Mitford
You might recognize Joanna Vanderham from Warrior, where she kicked serious ass, or from period pieces like The Paradise, Man in an Orange Shirt, and Banished. She has a knack for playing characters who hold secrets — and hold their ground.
In OUTRAGEOUS, we’re betting on a sharp, complex role for Vanderham — someone who knows the rules of society but isn’t afraid to break them.
Toby Regbo as Tom Mitford
Toby Regbo fans, rise up. If you swooned over him as Prince Francis in Reign, cried watching The Last Kingdom, or caught his younger Dumbledore in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, you already know he brings intensity and vulnerability in equal measure.
He has that rare ability to make period drama feel modern and alive. Don’t be surprised if his role in OUTRAGEOUS ends up stealing your heart — or breaking it.
Isobel Jesper Jones as Pamela Mitford
Isobel Jesper Jones may be a newer name to some viewers, but she’s been steadily building buzz. She made a strong impression in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, and has a striking screen presence that makes you want to know everything about her character.
Her involvement in OUTRAGEOUS is reason enough to keep an eye on every scene she’s in.
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Shannon Watson, Zoe Brough & Orla Hill as Unity, Jessica, and Deborah Mitford
This talented trio is part of the fresh wave of British actors making their mark. Shannon Watson has been building momentum in theater and indie projects, while Zoe Brough (last seen in The White Queen) and Orla Hill (Swallows and Amazons) bring youthful energy and emotional nuance to every role.
Whether they’re playing rebels, romantics, or rule-breakers, we’re excited to see what these rising stars bring to the table in OUTRAGEOUS.
OUTRAGEOUS premieres June 18 exclusively on BritBox.
Both James Purifoy and Toby R. Appeared in separate seasons of A Discovery of Witches – vampires- Great grand sire and great grandson.