'Bodkin': Cast and character guide on who’s playing who in Netflix's dark comedy series
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Netflix is set to add the dark comedy thriller series 'Bodkin' to its streaming library on May 9, 2024.
The intriguing series, which is created by Jez Scharf, explores the murky waters of a cold case, an Irish town with secrets, and a group of podcasters who are committed to finding the truth.
The show's plot revolves around a group of podcasters who set on to look into the disappearance of three strangers in a town in Ireland.
If you find the plot compelling, you must be planning to watch the thriller series. So let's talk about the cast and characters of the series before you indulge in watching it.
Will Forte as Gilbert Power
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The series will feature Will Forte as Gilbert Power. Gilbert is an American podcaster who is trying to find out more about his Irish heritage.
Will, an American actor, and comedian, became well-known during his eight-season run on the sketch comedy program 'Saturday Night Live'.
Born Orville Willis Forte IV, the talented actor rose to prominence for his performance in 'The Last Man on Earth' and his voice work in animated films such as 'The Mitchells vs. the Machines.'
His other notable film roles include 'Michael Bolton's Big, Sexy Valentine's Day Special', 'Future Man', 'Sit Down Shut Up', and others.
Siobhán Cullen as Dove
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The Irish actress Siobhán Cullen is set to breathe life into the character of Dove in the series. In the series, Dove, an investigative journalist from Dublin who teams up with Gilbert Power to look into the town's peculiar disappearances.
Cullen, who was born in February 1990, started as a child actor and made her stage debut in 1998 at Dublin's esteemed Abbey Theatre in Marina Carr's play 'By the Bog of Cats'.
In 2012, she landed her first significant role in the horror movie 'The Inside'.
Since then, she has landed prominent roles in several notable projects and is gradually building a name for herself in the film and television industry.
Robyn Cara as Emmy
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Robyn Cara, a rising star in the British acting scene, is set to play Emmy in the series. Emmy is Gilbert's podcaster assistant, assisting him while he investigates the strange disappearances.
Following her graduation from the Birmingham School of Acting in 2016, Cara made her stage debut in the prestigious Mercury Theatre, in 'Much Ado About Nothing'.
Her first significant TV roles were in the BBC One miniseries 'Life as Kat'.
Her notable acting performances include 'Red Rose', 'Ackley Bridge', 'Life' and others.
David Wilmot as Seamus Gallagher
The award-winning actor David Wilmot will play the character of Seamus Gallagher in the series. Even though there is currently little information about his character, it is safe to assume that, thanks to the series trailer, he will play an interesting character.
The veteran actor gained most of his notoriety from his dramatic roles, and in 2006, he was nominated for a coveted Tony Award for his portrayal of Padraic in 'The Lieutenant of Inishmore'.
For the same play, he also received the Theatre World Award and the Lucille Lortel Award.
Wilmot also seamlessly made the switch to television in recurring parts in series like 'The Clinic', 'The Tudors', and 'Station Eleven', among others.
With more than twenty years of experience, Wilmot is still a major player in the entertainment business, and his most recent role in 'Bodkin' looks to add even more sparkle to his already impressive resume.
Chris Walley as Sean O'Shea
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Chris Walley is set to portray Sean O'Shea in the television series, though not much information about the character is currently in the public domain.
Born on June 21, 1995, Walley started acting in 2016.
After landing a part in the Irish comedy film 'The Young Offenders', he won an IFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Since then, he has made appearances in several films and television shows, such as 'Spanish Pigeon', 'Lies We Tell', 'The Last Voyage of the Demeter', and others.
How to stream 'Bodkin'?
Netflix will begin streaming 'Bodkin' on Thursday, May 9, 2024.
If you are not a subscriber to Netflix? Fear not—Netflix offers a variety of packages at various price points to accommodate any budget.
The Standard plan with advertisements starts at $6.99 per month, while the Standard plan without advertisements is priced at $15.49 per month. The Premium plan has a monthly cost of $22.99.
'Bodkin' trailer