<P> The series stars David Jason as Detective Inspector William Edward `` Jack '' Frost , an experienced and dedicated detective who frequently clashes with his superiors . In his cases , Frost is usually assisted by a variety of different detective sergeants or constables , with each bringing a different slant to the particular case . Comic relief is provided by Frost 's interactions with the bureaucratically - minded Superintendent Norman `` Horn - rimmed Harry '' Mullett , played by Bruce Alexander . </P>
<P> The series stars David Jason as Detective Inspector William Edward `` Jack '' Frost , an experienced and dedicated detective who frequently clashes with his superiors . In his cases , Frost is usually assisted by a variety of different detective sergeants or constables , with each bringing a different slant to the particular case . Comic relief is provided by Frost 's interactions with the bureaucratically - minded Superintendent Norman `` Horn - rimmed Harry '' Mullett , played by Bruce Alexander . </P>
who plays jack frost in a touch of frost
who plays jack frost in a touch of frost
David Jason
David Jason