Casualty fans, rejoice. After a one-week hiatus, the beloved BBC medical drama is back on our screens this evening. The show, which has been airing its latest boxset titled Lethal Legacy, took a pause last Saturday due to the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final. However, the wait is over, and here is everything you need to know about the schedule and recent developments.
Is Casualty on Tonight and What Time?
Yes, Casualty will air on BBC One this evening at 8:10 pm. The episode is already available to stream on BBC iPlayer for those who prefer to watch on demand.
Why Was Casualty Not on Last Week?
The show did not air on May 16 because the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final was broadcast instead. The UK entry, Look Mum No Computer, performed by Sam Battle, finished in last place with only one point. The electro-punk song Eins, Zwei, Drei was performed at the Grand Final in Vienna, Austria. Bulgaria’s Darina Nikolaeva Yotova, known as Dara, won the contest with 516 points for her song Bangaranga.
What Has Happened in Lethal Legacy So Far?
The Lethal Legacy storyline began with fears of a new pandemic. Flynn Byron, played by Olly Rix, and his team implemented measures at Holby City Hospital to handle an influx of patients with respiratory issues. The military, led by Colonel Jack Bard (Mark Womack), arrived to help manage the chaos. In the most recent episode, Flynn discovered a disturbing secret about Jack, whom he knew from his own military service. An explosion at the Wyvern Hill Estate revealed a toxic waste dump, and one of Jack’s soldiers was injured. While examining the soldier, Flynn noticed bruises on his back, but Jack intervened before Flynn could learn more.
Charlie Fairhead Returns
In other Casualty news, Derek Thompson will reprise his role as Charlie Fairhead. Charlie was a staple of the show from its inception in 1986 until 2024, when he retired. Details of his return, including whether he will appear as a nurse, patient, or visitor, remain undisclosed, but Metro understands his appearance will be brief.
This article was originally published on May 11, 2025.
