Actor Olly Rix, best known for Call the Midwife, has been cast as Flynn Byron, a new clinical lead in Casualty. Flynn has a military background, which shapes his leadership style and approach to emergency medicine. His experience with trauma will bring a fresh perspective to the hospital but may also create conflicts with existing staff.
The show will explore Flynn’s struggles in balancing professional pressures with personal trauma, shedding light on mental health issues in the medical field. Rix has expressed excitement about portraying Flynn, a character with complexity and depth, ensuring engaging storylines ahead.