Quick answer: The Lioness cast includes major film stars like Zoë Saldána, Nicole Kidman, and Morgan Freeman, plus TV veterans like Michael Kelly — and at least one direct link to Taylor Sheridan’s other hit show, Yellowstone.
Zoë Saldána
Saldána, who leads Lioness as Joe McNamara, is one of the highest-grossing actresses in film history — best known for playing Neytiri in the Avatar franchise, Gamora in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy films, and Nyota Uhura in the rebooted Star Trek movies.
Nicole Kidman and Morgan Freeman
Both are among the most decorated actors working today, with careers that need little introduction: Kidman’s credits range from Moulin Rouge! to Big Little Lies, while Freeman is known for roles in The Shawshank Redemption, Se7en, and dozens of other major films.
Michael Kelly
Kelly, who plays Byron Westfield, is widely recognized for playing Doug Stamper, Frank Underwood’s loyal chief of staff, across all six seasons of Netflix’s House of Cards.
Ian Bohen — The Yellowstone Connection
Season 3 addition Ian Bohen is a familiar face to fans of Taylor Sheridan’s other major show, Yellowstone, where he’s part of the Dutton Ranch ensemble — making Lioness the second Sheridan production he’s appeared in. (See his Lioness role in full: Lioness Season 3 Cast: New and Returning Stars.)
A Cast Still Building Its Own Identity
Alongside its A-list names, Lioness leans on a rotating ensemble of lesser-known actors — Jill Wagner, LaMonica Garrett, James Jordan, Austin Hébert, and Jonah Wharton among them — for whom the show represents a major recurring TV role. (Meet the full cast: Lioness Cast: Every Actor and Character.)
More of the Cast’s Other Credits
Dave Annable, who plays Dr. Neal McNamara, is best known for starring as Justin Walker on the long-running family drama Brothers & Sisters.
Laysla De Oliveira, who plays Cruz Manuelos, previously starred in Guillermo del Toro’s horror anthology Cabinet of Curiosities and the horror film In the Tall Grass.
LaMonica Garrett, who plays “Tucker,” is widely recognized as the Monitor across the Arrowverse’s DC shows, including The Flash and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, and also had a recurring role on Designated Survivor.
Jill Wagner, who plays “Bobby,” is best known outside Lioness as the longtime host of the obstacle-course competition show Wipeout.
FAQ
Is the Lioness cast connected to Yellowstone? Yes — Season 3 addition Ian Bohen also appears in Yellowstone, both Taylor Sheridan productions.
What else has Zoë Saldána been in? The Avatar franchise, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy films, and the rebooted Star Trek movies, among many others.
What is Michael Kelly known for besides Lioness? Playing Doug Stamper in Netflix’s House of Cards.
