ABC's The Catch Casts Doctor Who Vet John Simm as Grifters' Benefactor

ABC’s The Catch has cast Doctor Who and Life on Mars alum John Simm as the mysterious benefactor who has been backing Ben and Margot’s schemes.

RELATEDNia Vardalos Joins ABC’s The Catch

Per our sister site Variety, Simm will make his debut in Episode 6 of the midseason #TGIT drama (airing in late April), and appear throughout the back half of its 10-episode freshman run.

RELATEDDoes The Catch Have Hair Issues? And More TV Qs!

In addition to his recurring stint as Doctor Who‘s The Master and as the original Life on Mars‘ “time traveler,” Simm’s TV credits include Intruders, State of Play, Sky1’s Mad Dogs and The Village.

The Catch continues its run this Thursday at 10/9c, with Episode 3.

Want scoop on The Catch, or for any other show? Email insideline@tvline.com and your question may be answered via Matt’s Inside Line.

Related stories

Nashville Recap: Homecoming Mean

Video: black-ish Pays Homage to Diff'rent Strokes (Theme Song and All!)

Nashville Video: Juliette's Back! (But Avery Doesn't Share Our Excitement)

Get more from TVLine: Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Newsletter