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'Hostage' Cast: All Of The Characters Of Netflix's 'Insanely Action-Packed' Political Thriller

Expect nothing less than scandal, chaos and blackmail.

By Panashe Nyadundu

Netflix has just dropped its latest high-stakes political-thriller, Hostage – and it’s already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about shows of the season.

The slick, five-part miniseries stars Suranne Jones as the UK’s Prime Minister and Julie Delpy as the French President, with both women thrown into chaos when a violent kidnapping threatens to descend two nations into danger.

Filled with a stellar cast, power plays, blackmail and plot twists, Hostage delivers all the scandal and suspense needed for a thriller worthy of being added to your watch list.

Hostage Cast List

  • Suranne Jones as Abigail Dalton
  • Julie Delpy as Vivienne Toussaint
  • Corey Mylchreest as Matheo Lewis
  • Lucian Msamati as Kofi Adomako
  • Ashley Thomas as Dr Alex Anderson
  • James Cosmo as Max
  • Jehnny Beth as Adrienne Pelletier
  • Martin McCann as John Shagan
  • Sara Powell as Kathy MacIntyre
  • Mark Lewis Jones as General Livingston
  • Isobel Akuwudike as Sylvie Anderson
  • Hiftu Quasem as Ayesha
  • Sophie Robertson as Saskia Morgan
  • Pip Carter as Dan Ogilvy
  • Josh Barrow as Tristan
  • Ami Okumura Jones as Zadie
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Suranne Jones as Abigail Dalton

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Who is Abigail Dalton Suranne Jones? Jones is the British prime minister, whose life is suddenly upended when her husband is kidnapped, descending both her professional and personal life into chaos as she must find a way to uphold her duties while dealing with an unfathomable situation.

What else has Suranne Jones starred in? Prior to featuring in Hostage, Jones has appeared in several TV and film projects including Doctor Foster, Strictly Confidential and Vincent.

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Julie Delpy as Vivienne Toussaint

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Who is Vivienne Toussaint? She is the French president, who has been blackmailed during a state visit to the UK, all while Abigail Dalton is navigating the kidnapping of her husband. Now, the pair are forced to form an alliance to work together despite their rivalry.

What else has Julie Delpy starred in? A French and American actor, Delpy is best known for starring in Europa Europa, An American Werewolf In Paris and 2 Days In Paris.

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Corey Mylchreest as Matheo Lewis

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Who is Matheo Lewis? He is a young man who is closely attached to the unfolding events. His relationships and allegiances place him at the forefront of the drama.

What else has Corey Mylchreest starred in? He is an English actor who has starred in Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, My Oxford Year and The Seven Dials Mystery.

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Lucian Msamati as Kofi Adomako

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Who is Kofi Adomako? A senior political advisor, he plays an integral role in advising the prime minister and president on how to deal with the catastrophe.

What else has Lucian Msamati starred in? An actor, writer, director and producer, Msamati has previously featured in Black Earth Rising, The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency and Game Of Thrones.

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Ashley Thomas as Dr Alex Anderson

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Who is Dr Alex Anderson? He is a doctor and the husband of prime minister Abigail Dalton, whose kidnapping sparks a series of events that put global diplomatic relations at risk.

What else has Ashley Thomas starred in? A British actor and rapper, Thomas has featured in Top Boy, Salvation and Great Expectations.

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James Cosmo as Max

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Who is Max? He is Abigail's father, who is a source of comfort to her providing guidance as she struggles through the turmoil of her political and personal upheaval.

What else has James Cosmo starred in? A Scottish actor, Cosmo is best known for his work in Game Of Thrones, Braveheart and Jack Ryan.

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Jehnny Beth as Adrienne Pelletier

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Who is Adrienne Pelletier? She is a key confidante of President Toussaint, Adrienne becomes entangled in the escalating crisis, where trust and relations are strained.

What else has Jehnny Beth starred in? She is a French musician and actor who has featured in Anatomy of a Fall, Split and Stranger.

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