Casualty: an oral history by its stars and creators

Its success is no… accident. “In 1948, a dream was born. In 1986, that dream is in tatters,” wrote Paul Unwin and Jeremy Brock at the time of Casualty‘s conception three and a half decades ago. Initially titled Front Line, Casualty was born after the co-creators decided to amalgamate their separate experiences of being in hospital. In 2021, the…

Why Casualty’s mental health series is important television

Casualty is a show that has never shied away from telling stories about mental health. In recent years, the medical drama has sensitively depicted David’s bipolar disorder, Duffy’s anxiety and depression, and Iain’s suicide attempt. But the recent format change – shorter box sets of episodes with an overarching theme – has given the show…

Casualty legend Suzanne Packer addresses return rumours

“It’s a wonderful, wonderful show.” Casualty legend Suzanne Packer has addressed rumors she will be returning as Tess Bateman. Packer was quizzed on a comeback during an appearance on The One Show on Monday (July 8), when presenter Alex mentioned rumblings that Tess could reappear soon. “There’s no truth to this,” she admitted. “I wish I could…

Casualty star Milo Clarke on future of Teddy’s dark story

Casualty spoilers follow, while this article also contains discussion of sexual assault that some readers may find distressing. Casualty actor Milo Clarke has revealed where his character Teddy’s dark storyline is going next. The paramedic was recently sexually assaulted by a hen party while he was trying to do his job, and since then he’s spiralled due to…

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