Min Harper is a British MI5 agent who works at Slough House, the division for sidelined and disgraced agents. Known for his casual demeanor and mistakes, Min is transferred to Slough House after losing a top-secret file, which nearly cost him his career. He is portrayed by Dustin Demri-Burns in the series Slow Horses, where his complex personality and interactions with colleagues add depth to the narrative. Separated from his wife Clare, Min is also a father of two sons, Lucas and Jared Harper, and often struggles with balancing his personal life and work.

Trivia/Facts

• Min Harper was born in 1973 and worked as a British MI5 agent. Before the events of Slow Horses, he was assigned to Slough House for making a mistake in his previous job. Min left a highly classified top-secret disk on a train, which almost cost him his job. Instead of being fired, he was sent to Slough House, a place for agents who had made mistakes.
• Min Harper was separated from his wife, Clare Harper. He had two young sons, Lucas and Jared Harper, who were an important part of his life. Min enjoyed music, and his favorite song was “The Scientist” by Coldplay. Despite his difficult personal life, he kept trying to stay involved in his children’s lives.

Slow Horses (2024)

• Min had a close relationship with his colleague, Louisa Guy, at Slough House. The two of them shared a lot of work experiences and often spent time together. After a night of drinking, they shared a kiss, showing a personal connection beyond just work. This moment added some complexity to their working relationship, but they both handled it professionally.
• In the series, Min and Louisa got involved in an unexpected situation that led to the death of Jed Moody, another agent. Min was attacked during the incident, but he fought back and ended up throwing the man down the stairs. Although Min was shaken by the event, he managed to defend himself and Louisa. This incident became an important part of their ongoing mission.
• Min participated in the operation to rescue Hassan Ahmed, working alongside other “Slow Horses” agents like River Cartwright and Jackson Lamb. Despite being labeled as failures, they played a crucial role in the mission. Min showed his courage by running toward danger, even if it put him at risk. His quick thinking helped save lives during the tense situation.

Dustin Demri-Burns, Jack Lowden, and Rosalind Eleazar in Slow Horses

• Throughout the series, Min struggled with feelings of guilt and inadequacy due to his past mistake. He constantly tried to prove himself as capable despite being in Slough House. This made him a determined and dedicated agent, though he sometimes doubted his abilities. His interactions with the team showed both his vulnerabilities and strengths as an agent.
• Min and Louisa worked closely to track down the kidnappers of Hassan Ahmed. At one point, they even ran out of gas during their pursuit, leading to some tension between them. However, they maintained their teamwork and continued to support each other in the mission. This partnership became one of the key dynamics in Min’s storyline.
• Min was a loyal friend and a dependable agent, but he also longed for personal connection and validation. He valued his friendship with Louisa and hoped for something more, but he respected her boundaries. His character showed that even agents with past mistakes could contribute meaningfully. Min Harper’s journey was one of redemption and proving his worth to himself and others.

Gary Oldman, Dustin Demri-Burns, and Rosalind Eleazar in Slow Horses (2022)

Min Harper’s Relationship with Other Characters

• Louisa Guy – Min develops a close relationship with Louisa, another agent at Slough House. They often work together, and over time, they share a romantic connection. They kiss after a night of drinking, and Min shows interest in pursuing something more with her. However, Louisa is more focused on their work and brushes off his advances, though they remain close allies.
• Jackson Lamb – Min respects Jackson Lamb, the head of Slough House, though he finds him difficult to deal with. Lamb often mocks Min and the other agents, calling them failures. Despite this, Min follows Lamb’s leadership during dangerous situations and looks to him for guidance, though Lamb doesn’t show much care for Min.

Dustin Demri-Burns and Rosalind Eleazar in Slow Horses

• River Cartwright – Min works alongside River, another agent at Slough House, and they share a professional relationship. They are both part of the team working to solve complex cases. Though they don’t share many personal moments, they support each other during missions, especially during tense operations like the rescue of Hassan Ahmed.
• Roddy Ho – Min and Roddy don’t get along very well, as Roddy often annoys Min with his arrogant behavior. Roddy is the tech expert of the team and looks down on the other agents, including Min. Despite this, Min works with him when needed and tries to stay professional.