Des (2020)
Des is a 2020 crime series created by Lewis Arnold and Luke Neal. It stars David Tennant, Daniel Mays and Jason Watkins.
The story of one of the most infamous cases in UK criminal history, that of serial killer Dennis Nilsen. Told through the prism of three men, the series explores the personal and professional consequences of coming into contact with a man like Nilsen.
Where to watch Des
Stream: AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Britbox Apple TV channel, Howdy Amazon Channel, Philo, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Spectrum On Demand, Sundance Now
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Cast
- David Tennant as Dennis Nilsen
- Daniel Mays as DCI Peter Jay
- Jason Watkins as Brian Masters
- Ron Cook as DSI Chambers
- Faye McKeever as Linda Jay
- Barry Ward as DI Steve McCusker
- Ben Bailey Smith as DC Brian Lodge
- Alex Bhat as DS Jones
- Jay Simpson as DS Chris Healey
- Bronagh Waugh as Charlotte Proctor
- Joel Morris as Tim Wells
- Laurie Kynaston as Carl Stottor
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Des in our writing
- Companion guide: British Crime Drama: The Complete Guide